Literacy
Advocates for Children says the school system has "failed" children, with less than 47% of all third through eighth graders, and only 36% of Black and Hispanic students, scoring proficient in reading on 2019 state tests.
May 2, 3:44 PM
With children falling behind on reading skills, Schools Chancellor David Banks wants to change the curriculum.
Mar 25, 1:14 PM
There is a backlash to that backlash, with friends and associates coming forward to dismiss any doubts about Lee's desire for 'Go Set A Watchman' to be released.
Updated: Feb 8, 2015 4:37 PM
It all seemed too good to be true—and now a lot more information has come out suggesting that it perhaps IS too good to be true. Or not. It's all very confusing.
Updated: Feb 5, 2015 2:28 PM
It doesn't bode well for the city's youth that the majority of its teachers-in-training can't pass a literacy test.
Updated: Dec 8, 2014 12:36 PM
It's great cab drivers are staying informed about current events, but some cab passengers feel that driving a taxi might not be the ideal time to peruse the newspaper.
Updated: Apr 27, 2012 3:04 PM