New York State High-Stakes Exams: More Errors Found In Questions On Standardized Tests
Posted: 05/09/2012 1:46 pm Updated: 05/09/2012 1:46 pm
May 9, 2012
The Semantics of Mean
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The volume on the subject of bullying has grown even louder in
recent weeks with the conviction of Dharun Ravi in a hate crime against
his college roommate, Tyler Clementi, and the release of two
documentaries on the subject: “Speak Up” and the forthcoming “Bully.”
While parents, legislators, and even student advocates continue to
articulate the seriousness of bullying and the toll this activity takes
on children and teens, the use of electronic devices and the Internet to
telegraph information, as evidenced, in fact, by Ravi’s conviction, now
firmly frames cyberbullying in a criminal context. I believe this is a
step in the right direction.
“Too often, teens flip off the word ‘bully’ as childish, knowing that assailants today are much more vicious than the playground bullies of the previous century.”
Obama Backs Gay Marriage
The statement constitutes an act of political bravery on the president's
behalf, as well as a major victory for the gay rights community, which
has been pushing him to declare his support for marriage equality for
several years. With the issue back in the news this week, the pressure
intensified.
Still, the symbolism of Obama's remarks is hard to ignore. In becoming
the first president to publicly support marriage equality, he sets the
bar for its political acceptance. He also has the ability to shape
public opinion further on the matter.
Second Masseur Files Sexual Battery And Harassment Suit
John Travolta Lawsuit: Second Masseur Files Sexual Battery And Harassment Suit Against Actor
RadarOnline reports that the second alleged victim, who is identified in the documents only as "Doe Plaintiff No. 2," claims to have "substantial documentation and numerous witnesses regarding the substance of Travolta's actions." The site notes that the second accuser -- who is said to have worked at an unspecified Atlanta-based resort -- is also being represented by the same lawyer as the first. Both are seeking $2 million in punitive damages, and in the amended complaint, they are both now suing Travolta for sexual harassment as well.For Immediate Release
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Heroine Arrest
Frank R. Ingoldsby, 45 of Drumough Road Averill Park, and Jacob R. Quickenton, 20, of 1st Street Troy, have been charged with Criminal Sale Controlled Substance 3rd Dgr. – Heroin.
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May 7, 2012
State jobs down 18.4%
Wave of retirements, hiring freeze present challenges, opportunities for change
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