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by NYSUT on low-performing schools list September 4, 2002. "This year's list of New York's low-performing schools once again underscores the need to provide more resources to the schools where students have the farthest to go to meet the standards. It's no coincidence that the lowest performing schools are most often the schools with the fewest resources. "Putting out a list of under-performing schools is only the first step. But the real challenge is to put together a plan and to marshal the resources to make those schools better. The list once again illustrates the need for a quick and permanent resolution to the Campaign for Fiscal Equity case. "School districts and schools need to design action plans to get back on track. And SED should provide the technical resources to make that possible, including finally moving forward with a real plan to reform middle school education. "We know what works, because we see it at successful schools: smaller classes, extended day programs, tough and consistently enforced attendance and discipline policies, ongoing support and professional development for teachers, good leadership, and parent and community involvement. If we don't move forward with a real plan to fix our failing schools, the promise of "no child left behind" will still be a hollow promise for far too many kids in New York." Antonia Cortese |
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