Tag Archives: State of New Jersey
It’s the Law, isn’t it?
I’m scratching my head about this question: don’t we have to follow the law? We pride ourselves in this country about being a nation of laws, not men. But it doesn’t seem as if New Jersey is paying much attention. … Continue reading
What you can learn on October 2 at PEF’s community leaders conversation: Building Brighter Futures
If you’ve ever wished that you could hear something good about Paterson students and their teachers, here is your chance. Is it worth investing a Saturday? You bet. Come hear from innovative Paterson science teachers and their student interns. They … Continue reading
Myths About Returning to Local Control: Twenty years and counting
Myth # 1. Paterson schools were better in 1991 than they are now. Were our test scores better? Yes. But the level of educational performance they were testing at the high school level was about our current 4th grade curriculum. … Continue reading
Returning to Local Control: Will Paterson ever get out of takeover?
Do you know that it has been 19 years [August 3, 1991] since the State of New Jersey took over the Paterson Public Schools? Since that time Paterson has had six State Superintendents, seven Commissioners of Education and seven Governors. … Continue reading