The Boston Globe

Most US kids aren’t gaining fast enough in reading and math. Some schools are different.

COMPTON, Calif. — Math is the subject sixth-grader Harmoni Knight finds hardest, but that’s changing. In-class tutors and “data chats” at her middle school in Compton have made a dramatic difference, ...
The Hechinger Report

America’s kids are still behind in reading and math. These schools are defying the trend

The Hechinger Report covers one topic: education. Sign up for our newsletters to have stories delivered to your inbox. Consider becoming a member to support our nonprofit journalism. In-class tutors ...

New teaching strategy in Steel Valley improves special education student performance

An inclusive instruction model for elementary reading and math classes has shown growth in students’ academic performance, ...
Newsday

Kids are in a 'reading recession,' as test scores continue to decline

MODESTO, Calif. — Before every important test, teacher Nancy Barajas dims the lights, turns on a disco ball and blasts music from her playlist. Her sixth graders dance together as a “pre-celebration” ...
The Boston Globe

America’s kids are still behind in reading and math. These schools are defying the trend.

COMPTON, Calif. (AP) — Math is the subject sixth grader Harmoni Knight finds hardest, but that’s changing. In-class tutors and “data chats” at her middle school in Compton, California, have made a ...