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Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online publication, Reform Matters! This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community. Continue Reading...
PACE Supports a Clear Pathway to an Initial Teaching License
posted by: Tim | May 01, 2014, 03:19 PM For Immediate Release May 1, 2014 Professional Association of Colorado Educators Supports a Clear Pathway to an Initial Teaching License
Englewood, CO – The Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE) recently polled member educators about the merits of education reform in Colorado. One of the themes that remained constant was the need to attract and retain talented teachers. A whopping 72% of teachers agree with a policy that would create a clearer pathway to receive initial entry into the profession. Continue Reading...As the school year draws to a close, high school seniors in South Carolina are breathing a sigh of relief. Governor Nikki Haley recently signed a new proposal into law that will cancel mandatory exit exams as a requirement for graduation. Continue Reading...
PACE Supports Creating a Pathway for "Innovation" Teachers
posted by: Tim | April 23, 2014, 05:37 PM For Immediate Release April 23, 2014 Professional Association of Colorado Educators Supports Creating a Pathway for “Innovation” Teachers
Englewood, CO – The Professional Association of Colorado Educators recently polled member educators about the merits of education reform in Colorado. One of the themes that remained constant was the empowerment of educators to have control over their own classrooms. A whopping 81% of teachers agree with a policy that would give teachers more flexibility in the classroom by creating a process through which they can apply for waivers from certain local, state and federal mandates. Continue Reading...
PACE Supports Depositing Percentage of Student Funding into Classroom Account
posted by: Tim | April 14, 2014, 04:29 PM For Immediate Release April 14, 2014 Professional Association of Colorado Educators Supports Depositing Percentage of Student Funding into Classroom Account
Englewood, CO – The Professional Association of Colorado Educators recently polled member educators about the merits of education reform in Colorado. One of the themes that remained constant was the empowerment of educators to have control over their own classrooms. A whopping 77% of teachers agree with a policy that would require the deposit of a percentage of per-pupil funding into a classroom account to be used by a teacher on the classroom level. Continue Reading...National Board Certification is one of the most highly esteemed professional certifications a teacher can achieve. In 2009, the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) began creating a similar certification program for school principals. With a pilot group of 120 principals invested in the program, the NBPTS executive board is now deciding on whether or not to scrap the program entirely. Continue Reading...The debate continues as nine students in California engage in a lawsuit over teacher tenure policies. Continue Reading...For Immediate Release March 27, 2014 Survey of Colorado Teachers Demonstrates Support for Innovative Education Policies
Englewood, CO – Today the Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE), the largest non-union educators' organization in the state, released its 2014 Membership Survey about possible reforms to education in Colorado. Survey results show forward-thinking stances on policy changes, from pension reform to how we license teachers. Continue Reading...
You've Heard of a Flipped Classroom, but What About Flipped PD?
posted by: Tim | March 21, 2014, 07:03 PM By this point, anyone paying attention to trends in education is familiar with the concept of a flipped classroom. In this model, the teacher assigns the lectures as "homework” in video form and then works with the students by going through what usually would have been assigned for homework in class. The model has a lot of advantages. It allows students to work at their own pace, and for the teacher to give extra help where it’s needed. Continue Reading...Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online publication, Reform Matters! This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community. Continue Reading...PACE remains committed to elevating the teaching profession and empowering educators. As PACE begins planning the issues we hope to work on next year, we are hosting listening sessions for members to hear from you! PACE wants to know about some of the difficulties you face as an educator, as well as your ideas and solutions for making it better! Continue Reading...For Immediate Release March 7, 2014 The Professional Association of Colorado Educators Recommends Teacher Licensure Changes
Englewood, CO – The Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE) continued its commitment to elevating the teaching profession by convening a diverse group of Colorado’s educators to develop recommendations for improving and reforming the state’s system of teacher licensing. Continue Reading...Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online publication, Reform Matters! This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community. Continue Reading...Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online publication, Reform Matters! This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community. Continue Reading...
Today, AAE released its 2014 Membership Survey about high-profile education and labor policies. Survey results show progressive stances toward education and labor reform, particularly with regard to education spending, school choice, technology, safety in schools, Common Core State Standards, and collective bargaining.
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Welcome to the Association of American Educators' online publication, Reform Matters! This education reform-focused publication features both original AAE content and a compilation of the latest news from the growing education reform community. Continue Reading...This week the Professional Association of Colorado Educators and the Association of American Educators join teachers and students across the country in celebrating National School Choice Week! It's an honor to be celebrating teachers and their professional choices! Continue Reading...
New Report Gives Guidelines for School Choice Accountability
posted by: Tim | January 18, 2014, 03:38 PM The Fordham Institute released a report this week analyzing the balance between a school’s freedom to operate with autonomy and the public’s interest in ensuring that tax dollars are well spent. Continue Reading...It’s time to celebrate National School Choice Week! From January 26th to February 1st, 2014, school choice advocates across the nation will gather to demonstrate their belief that parents should be empowered to choose the best educational environments for their children. PACE is proud to be a partner in this unprecedented opportunity to shine a positive spotlight on the need for effective education options for all students and teachers. Continue Reading... |
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