Former State Rep. Jonathan Pelto, an engaging political analyst, is like a one-man riot squad when it comes to Superintendent of Schools Paul Vallas, the turn-around
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The University School Faces Closure
The University School, an oasis for troubled public high school students, is in danger of closing, according to long-time owner Nick Macol. From Linda Conner
Read moreRegional Magnet School Building Making Progress
From Mayor Finch: Mayor Bill Finch joined dignitaries from across the region and hundreds of workers to celebrate the topping off of the new Fairchild
Read moreParent Engagement With Schools A Must For Education Improvement
A coalition of city parents have come together in an effort to build family and school relationships. Check out www.bptparentengagement.com. They write about engaging the
Read moreBridgeport Included In Pilot Program For Education Evaluation
From Governor Malloy: GOV. MALLOY: TEN APPLICANTS SELECTED TO PILOT NEW EDUCATION EVALUATION AND SUPPORT SYSTEM (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Dannel P. Malloy, together with
Read moreSmith: Charter Revision Document Flawed
Some towns play political softball, other towns play hardball … in Bridgeport they play hand grenades.—Philip Smith Phil Smith knows a lot about city politics.
Read moreFor One Night, Political Peace In The City–Santa, BOE Candidates, House Members Endorsed
What a difference a day makes. Monday night former State Senator Ernie Newton turned the political establishment upside-down following his unlikely endorsement in an effort
Read moreReport: Vallas Consulting Company Seeking $1 Million Contract In Illinois
Crain’s Chicago Business reports that a consulting firm headed by Superintendent of Schools Paul Vallas is in position for a major Illinois school board contract.
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