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Managing by the Numbers
Managing by the Numbers Empowerment and Accountability in New York City’s Schools by CLARA HEMPHILL AND KIM NAUER WITH HELEN ZELON, THOMAS JACOBS, ALESSANDRA RAIMONDI, SHARON McCLOSKEY AND RAJEEV YERNENI Center for New York City Affairs Milano the new school for Management and Urban Policy June 2010 Contents 1 Executive Summary 7 Recommendations From the Field The Center for New York City Affairs is dedicated to 10 Principal Power Deconstructed: A History of Reform advancing innovative public policies that strengthen neighborhoods, support families and reduce urban 16 Measuring Progress in the South Bronx poverty. Our tools include rigorous analysis; journalistic 27 Alternate Possibilities: Competing Visions of School Improvement research; candid public dialogue with stakeholders; and 35 A Tale of Two High Schools: Curriculum Matters strategic planning with government officials, nonprofit 40 Local Voices: Where Can Communities Turn? practitioners and community residents. 42 What Makes an “A” School? Grading the Progress Reports 47 Building a Better Yardstick: Making Measures More Consistent Andrew White, Director 48 Beyond Numbers: Where is the Quality in Qualitative Carin Mirowitz, Deputy Director Measurement? Kim Nauer, Education Project Director Clara Hemphill, Senior Editor 49 What’s Wrong With Using State Tests to Measure Progress? Paul Tainsh, Senior Research Associate 50 The Level 4 Paradox: Why Are Fewer Children Scoring at the Top? Kendra Hurley, Associate Editor 51 Principals Without Supervisors: Networks Replace Oversight Anna -
Dorchester's Favorite Restaurants
Dorchester Reporter “The News and Values Around the Neighborhood” Volume 29 Issue 34 Thursday, August 23, 2012 50¢ Dorchester’s Favorite Restaurants From take-out pizza and steak tip-subs to cocktails and apps under the stars, Dorchester’s dining scene has taken on exciting new dimensions in recent years. The Reporter takes a look at some of the neighborhood’s stalwart eateries and hot new spots in our latest dining guide this week. The guide also features the results of our first-ever Reader’s Survey of Dorchester’s favorite restaurants. At left: Pat’s Pizza co-owner Pat Newell with employees Kleber Pintz, left and Vinnie Felix. Photo by Bill Forry Right: The Ledge in Lower Mills has become a favorite, in part, because of its fabulous outdoor patio. Photo by Mike Deehan New building, streetscape eyed for Mt. Vernon St. By gintautas duMcius UMass Boston, the John F. nEws Editor Kennedy Presidential Library Executives at Corcoran Jen- and Boston College High nison Companies are planning School, among other institu- the construction of a six-story tions. apartment building at the While no plans have been intersection of Mt. Vernon St. formally filed with City Hall, and Morrissey Boulevard. A Corcoran Jennison executives nonprofit funded by developer have been in discussions with is also in the conceptual stages the Boston Redevelopment of potentially remaking Mt. Authority, the city’s plan- Vernon St. through the expan- ning agency, and have made sion of sidewalks and creation a presentation about their of space for bicycles. ideas for Mt. Vernon St. -
Teacher Attrition and Retention
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK HON. GIFFORD MILLER SPEAKER A staff report of the New York City Council Investigation Division on Teacher Attrition and Retention to Members of the Committee on Oversight and Investigations Hon. Eric Gioia, Chair Hon. Tracy Boyland Hon. Miguel Martinez Hon. John C. Liu Hon. Peter Vallone, Jr. New York City Council Investigation Division EXECUTIVE SUMMARY New York City faces a “brain drain” in our City’s schools; a staffing crisis looms on the horizon as New York City public school teachers retire or leave the system at alarming rates. A report by the New York City Council Investigation Division (CID) shows that over 70% of the most experienced NYC public school teachers are likely to retire within the next two years, while more than 25% of mid-career teachers and nearly 30% of newer teachers say it is likely that they will leave the system within the next three years—potentially creating as many as 30,000 vacancies in the City’s classrooms in that time. There are currently over 80,000 teachers in New York City’s public school system.i In NYC, the two-year attrition rate for teachers is 25%, with 18% of teachers leaving in the first year—while the national rate is only ten percent.ii To find out how many teachers are thinking of leaving the school system and possible reasons why, CID investigators, with the assistance of UFT staff members, conducted a telephone survey of 2,781 teachers currently employed by the DOE. Respondents, who were randomly selected, were called during the weeks of April 26 and May 3, 2004. -
Remarks by Rupert Murdoch Accepting the Media Institute's
Remarks by Rupert Murdoch Accepting The Media Institute’s American Horizon Award October 6, 2010 Thank you for those gracious words, Joel. Many of you know Joel from his days in Washington. Some of you are even reporters. Let me tell you: There are many stories to be written about the miracles Joel has been performing for the New York City school system. This is a man who works day and night for one goal: that every child who enters a New York City public school will leave with a solid education – and a fair shot at the American Dream. So I ask you, please join me in toasting a man for all seasons … Joel Klein. I also want to congratulate Kyle McSlarrow. In his work for National Freedom of Speech Week, Kyle reminds us that the Founders made freedom of the press first for a reason. In his work for cable television, he reminds us why property rights are vital for keeping the press free and independent. So again, let’s give a good man a big thank you. Finally I’d like to acknowledge Meredith Attwell Baker. Commissioner Baker is one of the brightest people to sit on the FCC – and tonight we can see why. It’s refreshing to have in government someone who recognizes that the first protection for a free press is limited government. Meredith, thank you for your wise words – and thank you for your good work. I also want to thank The Media Institute. Every day, you advance three principles essential for a healthy media – freedom … competition … and excellence. -
FY 2004 Annual Report
MASSACHUSETTS COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN FY 2004 Annual Report The Charles F. Hurley Building 19 Staniford St., 6th Floor Boston, MA 02114 Phone: 617-626-6520 Fax: 617-626-6530 E-Mail: [email protected] Web: www.mass.gov/women Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women Annual Report Fiscal Year 2004 DEDICATION Her Light Still Shines… “I believe in the power of government to make a better place for us to live. I believe that many problems in the public realm can be solved by the focused attention and hard work of capable, well-intentioned people working together. The potential for the state Commission on the Status of Women to have a positive impact in Massachusetts is enormous. I would be honored to work as a member on the issues and problems that affect all of us.” ~ Elaine F. Guiney 1946 - 2004 This annual report of the Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women (MCSW) is dedicated to former Commissioner Elaine F. Guiney, who succumbed to an all too short battle with cancer on February 20th. Her passion for our mission, vision, guidance and involvement will be forever missed. Elaine wrote the quote above in her request for appointment to the MCSW by the Massachusetts Women’s Legislative Caucus. Elaine wanted to be appointed to enhance economic opportunities for women. She knew that in order to guarantee economic self-sufficiency for women, all opportunities needed to be available to them, including non-traditional jobs and self-employment. She knew that dealing with economic issues was key to improving the lives of women living within Massachusetts. -
Massachusetts Nurse Newsletter :: April 2003
April 2003 Inside… Single-payer health care: Why are we cutting Medicaid? ....2 President’s column: Where we are headed.................3 THE NEWSLETTER OF THE MASSACHUSETTS NURSES ASSOCIATION ■ www.massnurses.org ■ VOL. 74 NO. 3 MNA joins new coalition to save Hundreds gather to celebrate MNA’s 100th anniversary Worcester State Hospital.............3 More than 400 nurses from all corners of current crisis in nursing and patient safety MNA on Beacon Hill: the commonwealth took part in an historic in the state. Upon entering the hall, nurses Safe staffi ng & quality care..........4 three-part celebration on February 26 to mark were each given a single white carnation. The the 100th Anniversary of the Massachusetts carnations symbolized nurses’ commitment MNA on Beacon Hill ....................4 Nurses Association. The MNA, the largest to providing quality patient care, as well as and oldest association for registered nurses those nurses who have left the profession Capitol Hill Watch: in Massachusetts, used the occasion to honor because of untenable staffi ng conditions. Bush’s Medicare proposal ..........4 its past, celebrate its many accomplishments Higgins introduced the ceremony by and to point to present and future challenges saying, “Nurses are here to tell you that faced by the profession. while we are proud of our history and the Political Pulse: The event was kicked off with a special profession we have created to care for the Sen. Jarrett Barrios......................5 ceremony and demonstration in the Gard- public, you need to know that we are fi nd- registration for nurses. It was here that the ner Auditorium at the Massachusetts State ing it more diffi cult to meet the legal, ethical Safe staffi ng update ....................6 nurses made their case for the creation of an House. -
Pbs Quarterly Program Topic Report
July 2005 PBS QUARTERLY PROGRAM TOPIC REPORT ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- QPTR Category: Abortion ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOLA Code: NOWD 000130C1 Series Title: NOW Distributor: PBS Release Date: 7/29/2005 7:30:00 PM Length: 30 Format: Interview/Discussion/Review; Magazine; News In a controversial reading of the state's statutory rape law, Kansas Attorney General Phill Kline has pushed to mandate reporting of any sexual activity of people under the age of 16 and subpoenaed medical records of abortion patients. Kline maintains he just wants to enforce the law and protect children, but critics charge that he's attacking a woman's right to an abortion and putting more kids at risk. NOW examines Kline's policies, which have made Kansas ground-zero for the reproductive rights debate in America. The report looks at both sides of the issue and at the implications for the nation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- QPTR Category: Agriculture ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- NOLA Code: MLNH 008314C1 Series Title: The NewsHour with Jim Lehrer Distributor: PBS Release Date: 7/20/2005 6:00:00 PM Length: 60 Segment: 00:08:55 Format: Interview/Discussion/Review; News Cultivating Controversy: Betty Ann Bowser provides a report on Minnesota farmers' differing opinions on the Central American Free Trade Agreement. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -
Albert Shanker Institute in Cooperation with the Cte Technical Assistance Center of New York
UNITED FEDERATION OF TEACHERS & THE ALBERT SHANKER INSTITUTE IN COOPERATION WITH THE CTE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER OF NEW YORK Fulfilling The Promise Of a Quality Education for All: st 21 Century Career and Technical Education October 10-11, 2013 New York, NY BIOS OF SPEAKERS Vanda Belusic-Vollor Vanda Belusic-Vollor is Executive Director of the Office of Postsecondary Readiness (OPSR), which leads efforts that ensure all New York City students graduate high school prepared for postsecondary success. These efforts include the Expanded Success Initiative, an educational component of the Office of the Mayor’s Young Men’s Initiative and a pioneering effort to close the achievement gap by significantly increasing the percentage of Black and Latino young men who complete high school prepared to succeed in college and careers. Ms. Belusic-Vollor also leads OPSR’s work to drive rigorous Career and Technical Education school and program pathways aligned to current labor market demands. Previously, she served as Executive Director of the Office of Multiple Pathways to Graduation (OMPG), where she supported the expansion of school and program models to meet the needs of differentiated segments of the over-age, under-credited population. Prior to joining OMPG, Ms. Belusic-Vollor served as the principal of South Brooklyn Community High School, a successful New York City transfer school, which served as the model for transfer schools opened under the leadership of New York City Schools’ Chancellor, Joel Klein. James E. (Gene) Bottoms Gene Bottoms has served as Director of the Southern Regional Education Board's High Schools That Work initiative since 1987. -
CEP May 1 Notification for USDA
40% and Sponsor LEA Recipient LEA Recipient Agency above Sponsor Name Recipient Name Program Enroll Cnt ISP % PROV Code Code Subtype 280201860934 Academy Charter School 280201860934 Academy Charter School School 435 61.15% CEP 280201860934 Academy Charter School 800000084303 Academy Charter School School 605 61.65% CEP 280201860934 Academy Charter School 280202861142 Academy Charter School-Uniondale Charter School 180 72.22% CEP 331400225751 Ach Tov V'Chesed 331400225751 Ach Tov V'Chesed School 91 90.11% CEP 333200860906 Achievement First Bushwick Charte 331300860902 Achievement First Endeavor Charter School 805 54.16% CEP 333200860906 Achievement First Bushwick Charte 800000086469 Achievement First University Prep Charter School 380 54.21% CEP 333200860906 Achievement First Bushwick Charte 332300860912 Achievement First Brownsville Charte Charter School 801 60.92% CEP 333200860906 Achievement First Bushwick Charte 333200860906 Achievement First Bushwick Charter School 393 62.34% CEP 570101040000 Addison CSD 570101040001 Tuscarora Elementary School School 455 46.37% CEP 410401060000 Adirondack CSD 410401060002 West Leyden Elementary School School 139 40.29% None 080101040000 Afton CSD 080101040002 Afton Elementary School School 545 41.65% CEP 332100227202 Ahi Ezer Yeshiva 332100227202 Ahi Ezer Yeshiva BJE Affiliated School 169 71.01% CEP 331500629812 Al Madrasa Al Islamiya 331500629812 Al Madrasa Al Islamiya School 140 68.57% None 010100010000 Albany City SD 010100010023 Albany School Of Humanities School 554 46.75% CEP 010100010000 Albany -
Steven D. Pierce
This document is from the collections at the Dole Archives, University of Kansas http://dolearchives.ku.edu HOUSE REPUBLICAN LEADER STEVEN D. PIERCE First elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1978 at the age of 29, Steve Pierce is currently serving his sixth term representing the City of Westfield and the Town of Montgomery. A member of the House Republican Leadership since 1983, Representative Pierce is currently in his third year as House Republican Leader. He is the immediate past chairman of the New England Caucus of State Legislatures. Representative Pierce is a graduate of Westfield Public Schools, Union College (B.A. '71), where he was named to Phi Beta Kappa and was class co-valedictorian, and Duke University School of Law Q.D. '74), graduating with honors. Prior to his election to the Massachusetts House, Representative Pierce practiced law in Hartford, Connecticut and in Westfield. Over the past two years, Representative Pierce has led the successful effort to call attention to the fiscal mismanagement in Massachusetts state government by its Democrat officials. In 1988, he was named Massachusetts Chairman of the Bush-Quayle "Victory '88" campaign. Currently he serves as Chairman of the Massachusetts Republican Legislative Campaign Committee which he founded in 1987 to help elect more Republicans to the Massachusetts General Court. In 1988, Representative Pierce was honored by the National Republican Legislators Association as "Legislator of the Year." Representative Pierce and his wife, Mary Jane, a registered nurse, reside in Westfield with their eight year old son, Jeffrey. ~ 12 Page 1 of 97 This document is from the collections at the Dole Archives, University of Kansas http://dolearchives.ku.edu Honorary Co-Chairs Congressman Silvio 0 . -
Knowledge City
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE, PLANNING, AND PRESERVATION ADV ANCED STUDIO IV ENVIRONMENT Studio Brief Revised 01/19/17 SPRING 2017 NAHYUN HWANG STUDIO KNOWLEDGE CITY Knowledge and the City In 1966, through an unsolicited proposal of “Potteries Thin kbelt,” Cedric Price envisioned a transformation of a townregion of North Staffordshire in England , in which its functional territory was no longer defined by medieval town centers, an ideal grid, or other familiar administrative edifices. Instead, his plan appropriated the existing infrastructural network to produce a new framework for the city education. Although unrealized, the project remains an important moment when knowledge production and its spatial mechanisms were proposed as the main drivers for the definition and transformation of the city. The new relationship between the ideals of the city (education) and the operations of the city (infrastructure, mobility, industry, technology, housing etc.), between the aspirations of the city and its environment, were articulated through the cityscale framework of “anticipatory architecture”1 and the participation of the newly defined student body, the new citizens. Education was a “generator of urban location and form.”2 Participating in the continuing discourse on the relationship between the architecture of education and the city, and acknowledging both precarity3 and possibilities in knowledge in the context of a knowledge economy, this 2017 Spring studio, working with the expanded school program shared yearwide and as a part of the ongoing research and studio series “Knowledge City,” focuses on the typological investigations of experimental educational institutions and their less institutional counterparts. Exploring the possibilities of a novel architecture for knowledge production, exchange, and consumption, the investigation aims to challenge their familiar spatial and institutional formats, while utilizing the potentials in the typology of schools to generate new configurations for collectivity in the city. -
The Testimony of William Bulger Hearin
THE NEXT STEP IN THE INVESTIGATION OF THE USE OF INFORMANTS BY THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE: THE TESTIMONY OF WILLIAM BULGER HEARING BEFORE THE COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT REFORM HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ONE HUNDRED EIGHTH CONGRESS FIRST SESSION JUNE 19, 2003 Serial No. 108–41 Printed for the use of the Committee on Government Reform ( Available via the World Wide Web: http://www.gpo.gov/congress/house http://www.house.gov/reform U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE 89–004 PDF WASHINGTON : 2003 For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office Internet: bookstore.gpo.gov Phone: toll free (866) 512–1800; DC area (202) 512–1800 Fax: (202) 512–2250 Mail: Stop SSOP, Washington, DC 20402–0001 VerDate 11-MAY-2000 09:36 Oct 02, 2003 Jkt 000000 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 5011 Sfmt 5011 D:\DOCS\89004 HGOVREF1 PsN: HGOVREF1 COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT REFORM TOM DAVIS, Virginia, Chairman DAN BURTON, Indiana HENRY A. WAXMAN, California CHRISTOPHER SHAYS, Connecticut TOM LANTOS, California ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN, Florida MAJOR R. OWENS, New York JOHN M. MCHUGH, New York EDOLPHUS TOWNS, New York JOHN L. MICA, Florida PAUL E. KANJORSKI, Pennsylvania MARK E. SOUDER, Indiana CAROLYN B. MALONEY, New York STEVEN C. LATOURETTE, Ohio ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS, Maryland DOUG OSE, California DENNIS J. KUCINICH, Ohio RON LEWIS, Kentucky DANNY K. DAVIS, Illinois JO ANN DAVIS, Virginia JOHN F. TIERNEY, Massachusetts TODD RUSSELL PLATTS, Pennsylvania WM. LACY CLAY, Missouri CHRIS CANNON, Utah DIANE E. WATSON, California ADAM H. PUTNAM, Florida STEPHEN F. LYNCH, Massachusetts EDWARD L. SCHROCK, Virginia CHRIS VAN HOLLEN, Maryland JOHN J.