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Dozens of people came out Tuesday night to voice their concerns about a proposed sales tax increase. The Madison City Council held a meeting at City Hall.More >>
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Alabama State Superintendent Dr. Tommy Bice is asking the U.S. Dept. of Education to temporarily freeze yearly progress requirements in the state.
Benchmarks for schools' adequate yearly progress are raised each year in an effort to reach 100% proficiency in math and science by 2014. The requirement is part of "No Child Left Behind."
Huntsville City Schools Superintendent Dr. Casey Wardynski said he understands why Alabama officials are asking for the one year freeze.
"I think what the state is asking for is to sort of hold us where we were this year. Because where the United States is heading, pretty much in the next two years, I think every school will be a failing school by their definition," Wardynski said.
The U.S. Secretary of Education has already granted 11 states an exemption on adequate yearly progress goals. The states must continue to reform schools and evaluate student performance.
It is not clear how long the decision on Alabama's waiver will take.
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