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Massachusetts
Joined January 2012
Join the Voices for Academic Equity coalition for the release of a first-ever analysis of MA high school course requirements, which reveals a wide variation in students’ learning experiences across high schools. Register here: https://t.co/YJl0OziUKD
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Where does MCAS ballot question leave state grad requirement? That’s far from clear via @CWBeacon
https://t.co/0RPm8ypxcV
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BESE member @mmoriarty61 points to Voices report at Tuesday's meeting. "...if the state is seriously considering [MassCore] to patch over the inconsistencies in accountability from district-to-district, that's something we can get in front of right now." https://t.co/y9j7yaSj77
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Former Secretary of Education Jim Peyser shares insights on the future of #maedu following the elimination of the MCAS graduation requirement. #mapoli
https://t.co/STvvo6DffX
educationnext.org
Paul E. Peterson interviews, Jim Peyser, former Massachusetts Secretary of Education
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Massachusetts comes in 26th place when controlling for demographics on 8th grade NAEP math scores. Continuing to live up to the "number 1 for some" title. #maedu #mapoli
{new} Which states *actually* have the best schools? https://t.co/sFHQrX9WKZ
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"America’s education system is in trouble, but neither Republicans nor Democrats are up for the challenge of enforcing change." #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/Y9o3da3Ef7
theatlantic.com
America’s education system is in trouble, but neither Republicans nor Democrats are up for the challenge of enforcing change.
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The latest polling from @MAOpportunity shows that 75% of surveyed Massachusetts residents support a new graduation requirement based on statewide curriculum standards. #maedu #mapoli
Mass. became one of the top states for public education because of its high standards. After the removal of the MCAS graduation requirement, voters agree something new is needed to keep that legacy alive.
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"Without a uniform graduation assessment that identifies and addresses unique needs and conditions, student achievement gaps between affluent and high-needs communities will only grow." #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/R0iFbkyZy5
bostonglobe.com
"Instead of fixating on standardized tests, we need to address funding and resource gaps," writes one stakeholder. Another: "Without a uniform graduation assessment, achievement gaps between affluent...
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It's time to end legacy admissions preferences in Massachusetts. "Legacy admissions disproportionately harm students of color and low-income students, because most of the beneficiaries are white and rich." #maedu #mapoli @James_S_Murphy @CWBeacon
https://t.co/wW2z3pbplL
commonwealthbeacon.org
Banning legacy admissions is long overdue, but it’s even more imperative now after seeing the harm to campus diversity that has resulted from Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) v. Harvard, the...
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Research from Annenberg affiliate Matthew Kraft referenced in a recent article from @edsource Time in class improves academic outcomes, according to new research https://t.co/p0RbH10AlF
edsource.org
The latest education news updates from EdSource.
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Congratulations to @teachplusMA Senior Policy Fellow, Luisa Sparrow on being named 2025 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year! 👏👏 #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/NZ1OrpXABz
mass.gov
Boston teacher Luisa Sparrow receives state’s top educator award
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Two Massachusetts families sue famous literacy specialists. “I trusted that when I was sending my children off to school, they were getting instruction that had been tested and proven effective..."👏👏 #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/OicOwQ0n7P
bostonglobe.com
The complaint, which is seeking class action status, could spur others like it nationwide.
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Massachusetts is looking for a new K-12 Education Commissioner. “The successful candidate will...[have] a clear track record of dismantling systemic inequities & improving the experience of all students...” #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/FjjO8PTmhg
boston25news.com
The Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education is taking applications for the next commissioner to lead the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
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🚨A must read from @mandy_mclaren & @BostonGlobe highlighting what the Voices for Academic Equity coalition reported in October: Massachusetts local high school graduation standards vary widely among districts. 1/3 #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/1idFrl6nNz
bostonglobe.com
Advocates say the range of graduation requirements creates inequitable opportunities for students.
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We agree with @MassGovernor that students in Beverly and Marblehead should be back in school even if negotiations need to continue. #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/dTXD30GI3I
cbsnews.com
Governor Maura Healey released a statement about the ongoing strikes in Marblehead and Beverly. She said that she had spoken to everyone involved and thinks an agreement will be reached this weekend.
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“Teacher strikes are illegal in Massachusetts, but unions in 3 North Shore districts have decided that the hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines they’re incurring will be made up by the eventual collective bargaining haul.” @WSJopinion
https://t.co/5AScd2fEpY
#maedu #mapoli
wsj.com
The unions are racking up fines, while hoping for a bigger payout.
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Mark your calendars and share with your community! This event is available for all! Stay up to date at https://t.co/gcfuEvN8M9
@FusionAcademy @FulcrumLiteracy @concordsepac @ @massteacher @MassGovernor @MassEducation @MASchoolsK12 @MassDHE @RepSimonCataldo @HSepac @RevereSEPAC
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Throughout the school year, AP students face crucial moments on their path to the AP exam. Join us TOMORROW for a live walkthrough of our AP On-Track Framework to see how you can implement this FREE tool in your classroom or school building. Register: https://t.co/dNmZSdxvt1
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"What we're asking for is for the administration and the Legislature to urgently collaborate on a different state graduation standard, something that is uniform so we can protect equity for students..." #maedu #mapoli
https://t.co/ycWzhKOHdR
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