ECISD TAAS scores show gains over 2000 but gaps linger
ECISD and Texas TAAS results reveal reading math and writing varies by grade. Hart notes state and district comparisons to ensure students are as prepared as peers. Despite higher overall district scores, writing remains a challenged area as standards shifted in 1997 and TEKS focus guides teaching toward mastery rather than TAAS only.
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Supreme Court silent on race in college admissions cases
The ruling focuses on the courts reviewing university policy and cites a significant record on educational benefits of diversity. Texas and Michigan cases challenge race-conscious admissions, with a 1996 Bakke question lingering. The Texas case, Hopwood, 00-1609, seeks clarity on desegregation orders and ongoing voluntary agreements across several states.
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OConnor accepts marriage proposal amid Dublin ties
Irish singer Sinead O Connor accepts a marriage proposal from journalist Nick Sommerlad a Dublin based Press Association correspondent They began dating in February after a mutual friend introduced them O Connor 34 has two children Jake 13 from previous marriage to John Reynolds and Roisin 5 with Irish Times columnist John Waters Helms Bono note at U2 concert in Washington and Trek Expo 2001 in Tulsa feature Doohan Sorbo West Brooks among stars at event
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Scientist laments flood damage to labs and stalled medical research
Feigin described labs submerged and losses as immeasurable, stressing world wide scientific interest and the need to salvage what remains. He noted no detailed asset inventory exists yet, only what has been cataloged so far as investigators assess critical research impacted by the flood.
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Houston flood cripples Memorial Hermann Hospital complex
Flooding swamped Houston paralyzed Texas largest medical complex. Nine of the citys 30 hospitals closed to new patients at the peak. Memorial Hermann Hospital sustained 433 million in damage and will stay closed for at least three weeks. Water was pumped out through large pipes at 6000 gallons per minute for four days.
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Mayon Volcano Erupts Forcing Major Evacuations In Philippines
The Mayon volcano near Legazpi erupts, sending ash clouds and lava flows that threaten 60,000 residents. Evacuees fill five schools as authorities declare a calamity and rush aid, while some return home despite clear warnings.
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Diversity ruling fuels UT law school admissions debate
Four white students led by Cheryl Hopwood sued UT law school claiming unconstitutional denial of admission due to affirmative action. UT system halted most state aid preferences, minority enrollment declined, later boosted by top ten percent laws. Dean Powers vows ongoing diversity efforts within legal limits while a Michigan case looms at the Supreme Court.
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New York Assembly Bans Hand Held Phones While Driving
The New York Assembly approved a bill to ban drivers from using hand held cell phones, aiming to curb roadway deaths. Gov Pataki is expected to sign this week. The measure carries fines up to 100 dollars and includes a study on accidents related to cell phone use.
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Texas Lottery 11¢ 15 17 27 Pick 3 drawing
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Burglar makes a clean break in Wisconsin home
In Eau Claire, a burglar entered via a window, stole about $200 in cash, a 1983 Chevy S-10 pickup, a pair of shoes, and left dirty bathwater filling the tub when Robert and Patricia Lokken returned home Friday. Authorities noted the theft occurred from their residence.
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Weekend Box Office Report with Top Ten Titles
The Fast and the Furious leads a crowded lineup with $40.1 million in its first week. Dr Dolittle and Lara Croft follow, while Atlantis the Lost Empire and Shrek show strong evergreen appeal with multi week runs. Pearl Harbor and Moulin Rouge also rank in the top ten for the period.
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