has a report out just looking at 8th graders in their state.

They found that you are two times or more likely to be an academic risk if you either smoke, use marijuana, or drink 2 or more cans a soda a day.

has come out with a report looking at Pre-K programs in Tennessee. The report is showcasing that after second grade all the effects of going to Pre-k in state are gone.

Robert Bobb signing on for a second year with the Detroit Public schools.

They also report on the school district and the teachers union extending a contract to November 21.

on tuition aid for kids that has been given out yet.

on Houghton Mifflin Harcourt that has a new deal with Detroit Public Schools where they will be providing a computer-based teaching system it developed with Microsoft Corp. that will connect teachers, students, and administrators.

on schools looking to meet enrollment numbers for count day.

They also report on union members, parents and community activists packed the D.C Council chambers today for Chancellor Michelle A. Rhee’s first detailed account of the teacher layoffs and budget cuts.