have now wound up getting laid off. Layoffs included social workers, psychologists, custodians and bus attendants who assist special needs students.

look at what school district employees may wind up getting laid off.

that juniors have improved on the Prairie State Achievement Test, but a total change in how it is calculated has caused fewer Chicago area kids to have passed the exam.

The Hartford Courant reports on this school that has been modified to five smaller schools. So far this year the schools have seen better attendance.

The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports on new technology classes opening up at the school.

The AP reports on this program at Kansas City Academy, a private school for 6th-12th graders. The program helps bring good food to lunches.