Includes bibliographical references.

[Article Title : Game changing in union city / David L. Kirp, p.4-11]

Abstract : With strategies such as full-day, top-drawer preschool and a literature-filled, word-soaked education, districts brings poor immigrant youngsters into the educational mainstream.

[Article Title : Making school a calmer place to learn / Suzanne Bouffard, p. 12-17]

Abstract : When students can cope with frustrations, anger, and get along with classmates, teachers are better able to teach and students better able to learn. Social-emotional learning programs can contribute significantly to success.

[Article Title : Florida pushes longer day, more reading in some school / Catherine Gerwertz, p. 18-22]

Abstract : A mandatory hour dedicated to intensive reading instruction added to each school day has produced some strong results, but initiative comes with challenges.

[Article Title : Gains in teacher quality / Dan Goldhaber and Joe Walch, p. 23-31]

Abstract : HAs the emphasis on teacher quality led more academically talented people into teaching workforce or driven talent away? here are trends in the teacher workforce over the last two decades.

[Article Title : Don't get trapped by social media / Heather Ashley, p. 32-36]

Abstract : Few things can ruin an educator's career faster than a slip-up on social media. Here's how to stay on the straight and narrow when communicating online.

[Article Title : Patterns of innovation / Christopher Brown, p. 37-42]

Abstract : An overview of the interacting practices and activities commonly found in exemplar schools, which appear to be essential to successful school reform.

[Article Title : The misdirection of modern american education / Alan M. Weber, p. 43-48]

Abstract : Staunch teacher advocate and trainer discusses the educational community's revolt against the standardization of tests and teaching.

[Article Title : Single-sex classrooms / Arika Herron, p. 49-50]

Abstract : Students at a middle school that adopted a single-gender policy are more attentive, engaged, and comfortable participating. What's more, the new classroom dynamics have sparked a healthy competition that leads to better performance.

[Article Title : Cyberbullying happens in code. Break it. / Maggie Messitt, p. 51-54]

Abstract : Cyberbullying is sinking further below parents' and teachers' radar as teens use new technology and more creative methods. Here's info on the latest jargon and "anonymous" apps.

[Article Title : Part-time job program for Latinos boosts college success / Gary M. Stern, p. 55-58]

Abstract : The student employment initiative helps students earn money through part-time campus employment, thus helping them to stay in school, maintain course load, and graduate on time.