AltWeeklies Wire
Amid the Detroit Schools Chaos, Who Helps Parents?new
Through her comments on Fox News and elsewhere, Sharlonda Buckman is stirring controversy. And the Detroit Parent Network is poised as an increasingly important player in the turf battles over education in Detroit. With increased importance is likely to come increased scrutiny.
Metro Times |
Sandra Svoboda |
12-29-2009 |
Education
Phys Ed in Michigan Isn't What it Used to Benew
With attention to both the rising rate of childhood obesity and the emphasis on test results, Michigan school districts are revisiting their game plans for gym classes. Their playbooks reduce the focus on competitive sports and increase it on lifestyle fitness activities that will help create healthier kids now and fitter adults in the future.
Metro Times |
Sandra Svoboda |
11-25-2008 |
Education
Law Schools Take Services & Students to Clientsnew
This RV with "University of Detroit Mercy" printed on its side could be considered just a PR gimmick, as it travels the state carrying law students and their faculty advisers who work with clients as part of the school's free legal services. But it's part of the growing national trend of law schools providing -- and sometimes requiring -- more clinical experiences for students.
Metro Times |
Sandra Svoboda |
01-29-2008 |
Education
Tags: Education
Schoolhouse Locksnew
Detroit school closures complicate education and the city's revival.
Metro Times |
Sandra Svoboda |
04-24-2007 |
Education
Tags: Education
