Education – Page 114 – People's World

Doomsday scenario for Calif. budget cuts

February 16, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

Brown’s proposals call for some $12.5 billion in cuts, mostly to programs serving human needs.

‘Stop breaking the law’ protest tells Chicago charter school [with video]

February 14, 2011 By John Bachtell

The battle for union recognition by charter schoolteachers has grown as charters have assumed a larger presence in the city.

Lost chance for school desegregation led to today’s woes

February 14, 2011 By John Rummel

A landmark 1974 Supreme Court case was a failed opportunity to strike a blow at school segregation in Michigan and around the nation, and we continue to suffer the consequences.

Puerto Rico: police violence against striking students

February 11, 2011 By Emile Schepers

Pepper spray and clubs were the methods used by police in Puerto Rico against protesting students.

Too many teachers reject or ignore evolution

February 10, 2011 By Dan Margolis

These problem teachers - who openly flout the law - aren't discussed by Fox News or right-wing politicians.