Tag Archives: DPS

How to Improve Denver’s School Performance Framework

Posted on September 13, 2013 by axooms

At some point very soon, DPS will issue its 2013 School Performance Framework (SPF). The SPF performs a valuable function by aggregating multiple metrics on school performance and presenting the data so that both parents can understand it at a … Continue reading →

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2013 School Performance in Denver

Posted on August 19, 2013 by axooms

TCAP data was released last week, and the focus in Denver was an emphasis on median growth percentiles. Now I think academic growth is really important, and I’m on record as saying the Colorado Growth Model is one of the most … Continue reading →

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DPS’s gifted and talented: separated or segregated?

Posted on February 4, 2013 by axooms

There was a terrific article a few weeks back in the New York Times about the demographic imbalance in the gifted and talented (G&T) programs within the public school system in New York City. The school system serves primarily students … Continue reading →

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High School Savior Syndrome

Posted on January 7, 2013 by axooms

A new day is dawning at North High School. Under the watchful eye of an experienced and proven principal, with the unwavering support of passionate teachers and coupled to galvanized support from many residents, North High is on a fresh … Continue reading →

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