SAT Changes Spark Debate Over Reading and Privilege
Rich Lowry argues the College Board is dumbing down the SAT with easier math and evidence based reading. He notes the test remains tied to privilege, with income and parental education shaping performance more than the test itself. He urges broader social effort to improve education rather than blaming the SAT.
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Ottawa University hosts 13th annual Franklin County Children's Literature Festival
Local students and teachers enjoyed an abbreviated festival day featuring 1,100 plus third to fifth graders. Founding literacy advocate Gerry Getty’s legacy remains central as new and returning authors like Beverley Olson Buller and Mary Casanova participate alongside sponsors and educators to inspire youth readers and writers.
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Old fashioned baby names make a comeback
Tom Purcell notes baby name trends with 2013 lists from BabyCenter showing classics like Thomas or Bill remaining timeless. He reflects on naming history, the influence of saints, and avoids costly naming consultants while praising simple, traditional names.
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