Thursday, October 8, 2009

D.C. teachers ask court to block layoffs

D.C. teachers ask court to block layoffs
Teachers planned a rally Thursday to protest the layoffs of nearly 400 D.C. public school employees, about 6 percent of the work force.

An education problem looms

An education problem looms
In a time of layoffs, the state hopes to inspire a new generation of educators

As thousands of laid off California teachers sit out the school year, educators are worried about the long-term effect of losing so many teachers. Some instructors are considering leaving the state or even the profession, and if history is any indication, fewer young people will pursue careers in teaching.



Legislative session on deficit to start Oct. 17

Legislative session on deficit to start Oct. 17
The Legislature will convene in a special session on Oct. 17 to try to resolve a budget deficit of more than $400 million, but Gov. Bill Richardson said Monday that tax increases will not be on the agenda.