Eddy Ramírez

Georgia District May Ask Teachers to Give Back Raises

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - January 7, 2009

One school district may ask for pay raises back to avoid layoffs. more >>

University of California to Accept Fewer Students

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - January 6, 2009

Cuts and a record number of applicants will likely mean more rejections. more >>

Debate Over Teacher Drug Tests Spreads to West Virginia

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - January 5, 2009

A judge rules that the random screenings are unconstitutional. more >>

More Strapped Families Relying on School Cafeterias

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 29, 2008

The rise in students using free and reduced lunch programs puts pressure on district budgets. more >>

8th-Grade Algebra Requirement in California Gets Sidelined

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 29, 2008

A judge says the state board of education acted without public input. more >>

Recession Forces Students to Shop Around

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 26, 2008

A survey found that students are applying to less expensive schools and looking for scholarships. more >>

New Hampshire Students Could Start College at 16

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 23, 2008

The state considers a plan that would allow students get a head start on college. more >>

Influential Groups Lay Out Road Map for Improving U.S. Education

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - December 19, 2008

A report urges states to adopt common standards so Americans can compete with other nations' students. more >>

Change Your Toothbrush More Often

By Eddy Ramírez - Nation & World - December 18, 2008

Older toothbrushes harbor bacteria and don’t clean your teeth as well. more >>

Leader of Chicago Schools Is Obama’s Choice for Education Secretary

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 16, 2008

Arne Duncan strikes the right note with reformers and unions, faces daunting challenges ahead. more >>

Struggling With Math, Students Turn to YouTube for Help

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 15, 2008

Free online tutorial videos develop an audience. more >>

American High Schools Try the International Baccalaureate Program

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - December 11, 2008

The rigorous program helps students get ready for college and the global workforce. more >>

Study: U.S. Trails Asian Countries in Math and Science

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 9, 2008

But the study finds that math scores for American students are on the rise. more >>

How to Solve Our Problem With Math

By Eddy Ramírez - Education - December 4, 2008

Three top schools in Los Angeles use different strategies to help students score in math and science. more >>

Cheating on the Rise Among High School Students

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 2, 2008

A majority of students surveyed admit cheating on a test at least once. more >>

Rhee Challenges Obama to Get Behind Her on School Reform

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - December 2, 2008

The chancellor of D.C. schools expresses alarm about Democrats' education agenda. more >>

Math Teachers Struggling to Keep Up

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 28, 2008

A study warns that many math teachers don't know the subject and are only a chapter ahead of students. more >>

Obama Girls Opt for a Posh Private School

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 24, 2008

The Obamas chose a private school that educates the children of many of Washington's elite families. more >>

New Study Might Spell the End for Federal Reading Program

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 21, 2008

Schools receiving federal money for reading instruction haven't made significant progress, study finds. more >>

America's Best Leaders: Mike Feinberg & David Levin, Knowledge is Power Program (KIPP)

By Eddy Ramírez - Nation & World - November 19, 2008

Raising educational expectations in under-served communities. more >>

America's Best Leaders: Terence Blanchard & Herbie Hancock, Musicians

By Eddy Ramírez - Nation & World - November 19, 2008

Their Thelonius Monk Institute of Jazz brings music education to public schools. more >>

Who Should Be the Nation's Next Education Chief?

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 13, 2008

A look at the early contenders. more >>

Where Will the Obama Girls Go to School?

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 11, 2008

The Obamas face a choice: public or private. How will they choose? more >>

Elite Public High Schools in New York City Drawing Few Minorities

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 10, 2008

Black and Hispanic student enrollment remains low despite increased outreach and admissions test preparation. more >>

California Schools Are Pulled Into a Debate on Same-Sex Marriage

By Eddy Ramírez - On Education - November 3, 2008

Teachers union fights ads warning families their children would learn about gay marriage in schools. more >>