Local educator says teachers are pressured to improve test scores

One local superintendent says the pressure felt from federal mandates may be too much for educators to handle.

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    WIU increases admissions standards for incoming freshmen

    Students looking to apply to Western Illinois may have a tougher time next year.

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    Iowa Assessment tests altered at Davenport elementary school

    Answer sheets were altered to boost scores on Iowa Assessment tests at one elementary school in Davenport, but school officials say they don’t know who made the changes.

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    Kids compete in math and science

    Rivermont Collegiate hosted its annual Academic Invitational on Wednesday.

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    Davenport Central student gets scholarship to pursue medical career

    A Davenport Central High School senior was awarded a scholarship to help her pursue her interest in medicine.

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    Students collect food for local pantry

    Fourth graders from Jordan Catholic School used their Lenten service project to collect food for a local pantry.

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    Spotlight shines on upcoming Davenport Central renovations

    Davenport schools want to hear from the public this week. That’s when the district is launching a series of community…

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    Students Grow Into Sustainable Lifestyle

    A group of Monmouth College students have found a way to live healthier life. They’re starting at the roots by skipping the grocery store and growing their own food.

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    Moline students hunt for treasure to learn about science

    A group of Moline middle school students joined in a treasure hunt to learn a new set of scientific skills.

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    Galesburg High School breaks ground on major upgrades

    Galesburg High School students and administrators broke ground Friday on a multi-million dollar upgrade to the school’s sports facilities.

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    High School Students Explore Medical Programs

    Around 50 Quad City high school students got the chance to spend the day in health care professionals’ shoes. Black…

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    Davenport school budget reflects state stalemate

    Davenport schools will have a new budget that includes more than $3.2 million in cuts. That’s after the school board…

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    Davenport Schools face millions in budget cuts

    Updated: With a 6-1 vote, the Davenport School Board approved additional cuts to the district’s budget for the next school year.