Student Achievement Archives - The Local News App https://thelocalnews.app/tag/student-achievement/ Only what you care about Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:09:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 https://thelocalnews.app/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/cropped-the-local-news-app-logo-512-1-150x150.png Student Achievement Archives - The Local News App https://thelocalnews.app/tag/student-achievement/ 32 32 220501511 New York Considers Making Regents Exams Optional for Graduation https://thelocalnews.app/new-york-considers-making-regents-exams-optional-for-graduation/ https://thelocalnews.app/new-york-considers-making-regents-exams-optional-for-graduation/#respond Wed, 12 Jun 2024 01:09:26 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=61445 In a move that could reshape high school graduation requirements in New York, education officials have proposed making Regents exams optional, sparking both applause and concern among stakeholders. Understanding the Proposal The proposal, currently under review by the State Board of Regents, aims to provide students with alternative options to demonstrate their education in seven […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/new-york-considers-making-regents-exams-optional-for-graduation/feed/ 0 61445 Texas Student Performance on STAAR Exams Remains Steady https://thelocalnews.app/texas-student-performance-on-staar-exams-remains-steady/ https://thelocalnews.app/texas-student-performance-on-staar-exams-remains-steady/#respond Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:46:07 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=59856 In the latest round of end-of-course STAAR exams, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) has reported consistent student performance, with some notable shifts in specific subject areas. The results indicate a 4% uptick in students meeting grade level expectations in English II, reaching 60%, while there was a 2% dip in students meeting grade level in […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/texas-student-performance-on-staar-exams-remains-steady/feed/ 0 59856 TLNA Exclusive: Fresno Unified School District Reflects on Key Successes and Challenges https://thelocalnews.app/tlna-exclusive-fresno-unified-school-district-reflects-on-key-successes-and-challenges/ https://thelocalnews.app/tlna-exclusive-fresno-unified-school-district-reflects-on-key-successes-and-challenges/#respond Sat, 18 May 2024 19:45:40 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=49068 As the school year draws to a close, TLNA reached out to superintendents across the Valley to gain insights into their achievements and hurdles. Here’s what we discovered. Checking In with Fresno Unified School District Located in Fresno, California, the Fresno Unified School District (FUSD) is one of the largest districts in the state, serving […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/tlna-exclusive-fresno-unified-school-district-reflects-on-key-successes-and-challenges/feed/ 0 49068 Southland College Prep Celebrates 100% College Acceptance Rate for Class of 2024 https://thelocalnews.app/southland-college-prep-celebrates-100-college-acceptance-rate-for-class-of-2024/ https://thelocalnews.app/southland-college-prep-celebrates-100-college-acceptance-rate-for-class-of-2024/#respond Thu, 16 May 2024 19:38:40 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=47030 COOK COUNTY – Southland College Prep once again proves its excellence in education as all 133 graduating seniors of the class of 2024 have received college acceptance letters, maintaining its remarkable track record. Unprecedented Success In an annual ceremony held on Tuesday, the graduating students proudly announced their chosen colleges, marking a significant milestone in […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/southland-college-prep-celebrates-100-college-acceptance-rate-for-class-of-2024/feed/ 0 47030 Driver’s Ed Backlog in Wake County: Equity Concerns https://thelocalnews.app/drivers-ed-backlog-in-wake-county-equity-concerns/ https://thelocalnews.app/drivers-ed-backlog-in-wake-county-equity-concerns/#respond Wed, 15 May 2024 06:12:24 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=45903 In Wake County, students face lengthy waits for driver’s education, raising equity concerns within the school district. The backlog, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, prompts officials to seek solutions. Addressing the Issue School Board Action During a recent Student Achievement Committee meeting, Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) board members convened to address the prolonged […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/drivers-ed-backlog-in-wake-county-equity-concerns/feed/ 0 45903 TCU Student to Become Youngest Doctoral Recipient in School History https://thelocalnews.app/tcu-student-to-become-youngest-doctoral-recipient-in-school-history/ https://thelocalnews.app/tcu-student-to-become-youngest-doctoral-recipient-in-school-history/#respond Sat, 11 May 2024 01:17:18 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=42362 Fort Worth, Texas – Carson Huey-You, a student at Texas Christian University (TCU), is poised to enter the annals of academic history as the youngest recipient of a doctoral degree in the institution’s history. At the age of 21, Huey-You’s journey through academia has been nothing short of remarkable, beginning with his enrollment at TCU […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/tcu-student-to-become-youngest-doctoral-recipient-in-school-history/feed/ 0 42362 Clay County District Schools Earns Prestigious Accreditation from Cognia https://thelocalnews.app/clay-county-district-schools-earns-prestigious-accreditation-from-cognia/ https://thelocalnews.app/clay-county-district-schools-earns-prestigious-accreditation-from-cognia/#respond Mon, 06 May 2024 21:13:48 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=38697 In a significant achievement highlighting its dedication to educational excellence, Clay County District Schools has successfully completed the rigorous accreditation process with Cognia, a distinguished accrediting body with a rich history dating back to 1887. Rigorous Evaluation Process by Cognia Cognia’s accreditation process entails a thorough assessment of various aspects crucial to student achievement within […]

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]]> https://thelocalnews.app/clay-county-district-schools-earns-prestigious-accreditation-from-cognia/feed/ 0 38697 Texas Universities Make Forbes’ List of New Ivies https://thelocalnews.app/texas-universities-make-forbes-list-of-new-ivies/ https://thelocalnews.app/texas-universities-make-forbes-list-of-new-ivies/#respond Sun, 05 May 2024 19:02:24 +0000 https://thelocalnews.app/?p=37775 Two prestigious universities in Texas, the University of Texas at Austin and Rice University in Houston, have secured spots on Forbes’ esteemed list of New Ivies. This list, curated by Forbes earlier this week, aims to recognize top-tier educational institutions beyond the traditional Ivy League. Forbes’ Evaluation Criteria Forbes embarked on this endeavor after noting […]

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