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Waiver states could learn from CA’s CORE on ESSA
Building and implementing a new accountability system is perhaps the most challenging mandate imposed on the states by ESSA.
Cabinet Report, by Kimberly Beltran

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State to reimburse costs related to Common Core tests
School districts in California may get a new influx of money to reimburse as much as $600 million in estimated costs related to the administration of mandated tests.
EdSource, by Theresa Harrington

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Congress puts new spotlight on English learner performance
Under the new law, English learner accountability will be included as part of Title I – the section dedicated to the performance of students – instead of Title III.
Cabinet Report, by Alisha Kirby

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Sometimes, teacher turnover is a good thing, study finds
A new study of IMPACT — the controversial D.C. Public Schools teacher evaluation system — suggests that not all turnover is created equal.
Washington Post, by Emma Brown

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School threats multiply and get harder to track
The surge leaves school officials struggling to find a balance – determined to keep students safe, but exasperated by a proliferation of almost always bogus threats.
Philadelphia Inquirer