Improving Schools and Colleges: 2006 News

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March 24, 2006
Sells, McCoy legislation boosting higher education is signed by the governor
Lawmakers cite new century’s demands for more tailored college slots.
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March 22, 2006
Governor signs bill to protect local funding for schools
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Mar. 16, 2006
Audio: New law could shave hundreds of dollars from college textbook tabs (MP3, 55 seconds, 855 KB; Read the script)

March 15, 2006
Governor to sign Ormsby bill easing textbook bite for college students
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March 6, 2006
Legislature holds schools accountable for civics education
The House gave final approval to a measure to require civics exams for students in elementary, middle and high school.
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March 4, 2006
Legislature approves early learning department
Washington’s littlest learners will be the focus of a new state agency authorized by the Legislature today.
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Feb. 24, 2006
Audio: Civics education poised for return to Washington classrooms (Feb. 24, 2006; MP3, 40 seconds, 623 KB; Read the script)

Feb. 22, 2006
Audio: Snohomish, Island, Skagit counties hoping to land four-year college (MP3, 40 seconds, 630 KB; Read the script)

Feb. 14, 2006
House votes to hold schools accountable for civics education
The House voted to require civics exams for students in elementary, middle and high school.
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Feb. 10, 2006
House takes steps to make education reform work for all students
House supports students who are willing to continue working toward their diploma.
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Feb. 10, 2006
Audio: House OKs WASL adjustments, other education bills in marathon session (MP3, 59 seconds, 925 KB; Read the script)

Feb. 9, 2006
WASL, education measures pass House
The House approved education measures today to help schools prepare students for college, job training and the workplace.
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Feb. 9, 2006
“Have a Heart for Kids Day” proves huge success for Higher Education bills
Extensive package of bills covers many aspects of higher ed
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Feb. 9, 2006
Snohomish County lawmakers win support for emphasis on tech education
House passage of measure promotes ‘relevant college instruction’
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Feb. 3, 2006
House committee OKs plan boosting engineering, tech enrollment
Sells, McCoy say measure aims for more local jobs for more local people
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Jan. 23, 2006
Education dominates House Monday
Early Learning, simple majority, WASL reform
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Jan. 23, 2006
Audio: Simple-majority bill approved 3-to-1 in state House (MP3, 56 seconds, 882KB; Read the script)

Jan. 19, 2006
Audio: Opportunity Grants touted as career builders (MP3, 59 seconds, 927KB; Read the script)

Jan. 16, 2006
Snohomish County lawmakers advocate increased student enrollment in science, technology
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Jan. 11, 2006
Early legislative action will help struggling students pass WASL
Proposal to give school districts more time to hire teachers and develop summer school programs.
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November 2005
The WASL Graduation Requirement: Legislative Briefing
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Sept. 1, 2005
Audio: WASL scores up in most areas (MP3, 53 seconds, 851KB; Read the script)

June 28, 2005
Students recognized for knowledge of government and excellence in civic involvement
Daniel J. Evans Award part of legislator’s plan to improve civics education.
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May 16, 2005
Governor signs education study
A bipartisan task force will shape schools for the twenty-first century.
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May 20, 2005
AUDIO: New law directs complete review of state's K-12 spending practices (MP3, 46 seconds, 829 KB; Read the script)