Notes from the news, Feb. 24
by Erika Owens on Feb 24 2010 Posted in Notes from the news
Report released on racial violence at S. Phila. High The Inquirer
The report detailed the incidents of last December and made a series of recommendations.
See also: A graphic account of South Philly violence The Notebook blog
Fix for violence: Ban on hoodies Metro Philadelphia
Asian group hits report on school fights Daily News
Whitewash in South Philly Attytood
Data, please It's Our Money
City Controller Alan Butkovtiz said the cut-off time for students to use TransPasses should be moved up from 7 p.m. to 4 p.m. to help prevent flash mobs.
See also: Controller want time limit on student SEPTA passes Daily News
City official: Restrict student transit passes The Inquirer
Phila. Controller Urges Tighter Controls on SEPTA Student Fare Passes KYW
Controller's Pass Idea Fails Daily News (opinion)
Piden restricción a estudiantes en SEPTA Al Día
New teacher contracts in Minn., Conn., Philly support reforms in failing urban schools AP via LA Times
The Renaissance Schools plan is getting more regional and national attention for its turnaround approach.
Philadelphia kicks off campaign to boost college attendance WHYY
PhillyGoes2College.com and an office in City Hall opened yesterday.
See also: Philadelphia Offers One-Stop Shopping for Prospective College Grads KYW
Mantua: West Philadelphia Community Center Enriching Young Minds Philadelphia Neighborhoods
What's A Good Liberal To Do? Len Lipkin and Philly School Search Philly Weekly
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