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School Days
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Indoor games for kids on snow days
Even though the Tri-State is still waiting for the first big snow storm to hit, it's never too earlier to think of what to do with the kids when they're off on snow days.
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How bullying affects autistic kids
Camping inside is suitable for Abby Mahoney and her younger brother Aidan. The tent is a place for them to play.
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Fun money lessons for kids and parents
As the temperature drops, and activities move inside, here are some new ways to entertain and enlighten your kids and teens.
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Tricky treats for young readers
This Halloween, treat your young readers to one of these books.
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When to keep a sick kid at home
Where do you draw the line between keeping a sick child at home and sending them to school?
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Adequate Yearly Progress or AYP is the federally mandated standard that originated from the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 and the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Schools are required to have specific percentages of students reaching proficiency or above in reading and mathematics each year. They are also required to meet other criteria in order to make AYP. (More)
OHIO: Public school test data is based on the Achievement test, which measures students in grades 3-8 in mathematics, reading, science, social studies and writing. Ohio schools are required to have at least 75% of their students test at or above Ohio's defined "Proficient Level." (More)
KENTUCKY: The Commonwealth Accountability Testing System (CATS) includes the Kentucky Core Content Test, writing portfolios and prompts, alternate assessments for students with severe to profound disabilities, the ACT, PLAN and nonacademic components. (More)
INDIANA: The Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) measures what students know and are able to do at each grade level. Based on Indiana’s Academic Standards, ISTEP+ provides a learning checkup to make sure students are on track and signal whether they need extra help. (More)
PRIVATE SCHOOLS: Some private schools voluntarily reported their own testing data. These tests include the Terra Nova Achievement Test and the The Iowa Tests of Basic Skills (ITBS). (More)
Most Popular Stories
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Who says raising boys is easier?
We worry so much about girls getting hurt -- and justifiably so -- but interestingly enough, the stats show it's our boys who are more likely to get robbed, attacked or even murdered
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Where are all the teenage baby sitters?
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Study: Exercise in daycare too limited
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Five minute primer: School choice
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Golf's green pastures for job seekers
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Other Elementary News
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FoodTips: Ideas for fun school lunches
The recipe name, Rainbows and Butterflies Pasta Salad, comes from the multicolored vegetables and, of course, butterfly-shaped pasta.
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Back-to-school dos and don'ts
Before you rush out and get caught up in the office-supply-store madness -- really, who doesn't love a big back-to-school shop -- here's a little advice.
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Protect your children & teens online
Do you check your child's social networking?
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Tanya's favorite back-to-school muffins
Gotta get rid of zucchini from your garden? Need a snack or breakfast treat for the kids? Try this tasty and easy zucchini recipe.
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How to create smoother mornings
Tips on keeping the family organized as the new school year resumes
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Doctors give advice on picking backpacks
Backpacks are a common school supply, but if used incorrectly they could cause damage to your child.
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Kids should mentally prepare for school
It's easy to physically get your child ready for school, but the mental preparation for class takes a little more work.
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Back-To-School Tips For Drivers
Kentucky and Ohio officials are asking drivers to be on alert as students head back to school.
