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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 2002
Page
6
The May 2001 MSPAP results show improved scores after curriculum enhancements in elementary and middle schools. State officials note a slight composite dip, high attendance, and low high school dropout, with Maryland ranking high in standards and accountability per Education Week.
statewide MSPAP results show a 1.6 percent drop in Maryland with 2001 data. Superintendent Nancy Grasmick attributes declines to younger, less experienced teachers and higher-poverty, non native English speaking student populations while noting some schools outperform expectations despite overall trends.
Maryland MSPAP results show a countywide 4.4 point drop from 2001 with Germantown schools posting the steepest declines. The statewide scores fell 1.6 points as third, fifth and eighth graders scored lower in reading writing language math science and social studies. School officials cite wide variations among individual schools and urge ongoing review of data and patterns.
Debates over a proposed bargaining bill in Maryland focus on topics such as class size, school calendar, and merit based pay. Frederick County teachers urge protections for classroom accountability while school officials worry over loss of control. The bill’s fate hinges on amendments and committee votes as legislators, teachers, and boards weigh which issues can be negotiated.
Maryland lawmakers proposed raising the cigarette tax from 66 cents to 1.36 per pack with supporters arguing the 70 cent hike would reduce smoking and generate about 200 million dollars for health care amid recession. Opponents warned it could drive buyers to neighboring states and hurt businesses.
Salt Lake City readies for the Olympics with strong security including FBI and Interpol background checks and metal detectors at Olympic Square. City residents and visitors express support, emphasizing unity, freedom, and sportsmanship despite tighter controls.
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