Author Archives: Patrick Kerr

Back-to-School Tour in the News: Day One

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Patrick Kerr

The first official day of the “Education Drives America” Back-to-School Bus Tour saw Secretary Duncan and other ED officials meeting with education stakeholders in California, Nevada, and other points of the compass. Prior to the official kick-off, senior staff held … Continue reading →

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School Sees ‘Turnaround’ Progress in Just Two Years

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Patrick Kerr

Those questioning whether a school can dramatically turn around should look no further than Emerson Elementary School in the Argentine community of Kansas City, Kan. The school recently opened its doors to a group of local, state, and federal education … Continue reading →

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Teacher Creates Museum Experience in Classroom

Posted on May 24, 2012 by Patrick Kerr

Stepping into Keil Hileman’s classroom was like being magically transported to a wing of the Smithsonian. This archeology teacher at Monticello Trails Middle school in Shawnee, Kan., has decorated every square inch of his space with a fascinating array of … Continue reading →

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