After enduring criticism that they've been waiting too long, Gov. Charlie Crist and Education Commissioner Eric J. Smith now have formally applied for the state's share of the federal stimulus money for public schools. ...more

April 28, 2009

I know, because admirers of Barack Obama tell me, that this year's election poses a choice between a candidate who represents a fresh approach to problems and one who offers a dreary continuation of the status quo. That much I understand. What I sometimes have trouble keeping straight is which candidate is which. ...more

July 22, 2008

Raising achievement for all students and closing achievement gaps between economically disadvantaged students, students of color and their peers must be the No. 1 priority in our nation. ...more

October 19, 2007