Notes from the news, Sept. 7

Philly School District embarks on a year with big changes Inquirer
Incoming superintendent William Hite, who will preside over a ceremonial bell-ringing at AMY Northwest on the first day of school, said that school closings are still necessary as a part of the District's transformation plan, but that he has some reservations about the proposed "achievement networks."

Nutter plugs education, Obama -- and Philly Inquirer
In five-minute remarks that Mayor Nutter made at the Democratic National Convention on Thursday, he spoke about education and applauded President Obama for saving 400,000 educators' jobs.

Philadelphia controller says SEPTA student passes could cost School District millions Inquirer
Alan Butkovitz said auditors found that many passes were not properly recorded and could not be accounted for, potentially costing the District millions of dollars.

Judge allows more time for 'complex' charter school fraud case Inquirer
Though no trial date has been set for the criminal case against charter school mogul Dorothy June Brown, the judge presiding over the case said that because of the multiple charges, number of defendants, and volume of evidence involved, additional time is needed so that the attorneys can prepare.

Obesity among Philadelphia students drops 5 percent over 4 years Inquirer
Declines were greater among African American boys and Hispanic girls in Philadelphia, two groups at high risk of obesity-related conditions.

Two new Catholic schools, blended from others, start the school year on a positive note Inquirer
Parents, teachers, and students find the consolidation of schools that has created Our Lady of Hope and Mater Dei to be a positive thing for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, which several months ago announced plans to combine many of its low-enrollment elementary schools.

Resources for parents Inquirer
A list of the District's Parent and Family Resource Centers.

Please email wendyh@thenotebook.org if we missed anything today or if you have any suggestions of publications, email lists, or other places for us to check for news.

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