Pay It Forward: Washer/Dryer Surprise
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Pay It Forward
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Education
Indiana school vouchers upheld in ruling that could set precedent
The Indiana Supreme Court upheld the school voucher program that gives poor and middle class families public funds to pay for private school tuition.
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News
Fifth Grade Classroom Empty After Concerns of Mold
An area classroom will stay empty after concerns of mold in the walls. A complaint of headaches from a fifth…
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Education / News
“Difficult decisions” ahead for Moline schools
The Moline Board of Education met Thursday night in closed session to talk about “significant personnel reductions.”
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Education / News
No More Trans Fat for Illinois School Lunches Possible
If a group of Illinois lawmakers have their way, trans-fats would be off the menu at public schools. Lawmakers in…
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Education
Poverty increased in Iowa schools
More than 40% of Iowa public school students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to 27% a decade ago.
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Education
Public forums address boundaries and budgets for Davenport Schools
The first of six public forums on the proposed budget cuts and changes to school boundaries is planned for January 17.
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Education / News
Following Newtown, security stepped-up at Davenport schools
The recent tragedy in Connecticut was front and center for some who are upping the ante on security at schools in Davenport.
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News
Arizona plan would arm principals
Arizona’s attorney general proposed arming one principal or employee at each school to defend against attacks such as the recent Connecticut school massacre.
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News
Moline School Finds Success in Male Mentoring Program
Dads, uncles, and grandparents are spending more time in schools, but it’s not because their child is misbehaving. Involvement has…
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News
Some Schools in QC Don’t Meet Federal Education Standards
With just a few clicks parents can find test scores, school finances and 2012 Illinois school report cards online, and many schools in our area didn’t pass.
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News
Davenport Students Embrace New USDA School Lunch Requirements
Several months after new menu requirements went into effect and as students elsewhere boycott against the healthier options, students in…
