California Ended Standardized Tests For College Entrance: OOPS
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California Ended Standardized Tests For College Entrance: OOPS

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California Democrats allowed leftists to take control of the California university system.The desire of these leftists is to birth a socialist system in the United States where power is in the hands of the educated elites.  In 2020, the California Democrats decided that the California University System would eliminate the requirement for standardized testing for…

AI Is Harming Student Development
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AI Is Harming Student Development

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The dumbing down of our educational system is being papered over by Artificial Intelligence (AI). With the advent of AI being introduced into our school systems, students today are entering the workforce without the ability to reason and formulate ideas.  Andy Smarick recently wrote in National Review about the needless harm that has been caused…

Every Student Gets An A
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Every Student Gets An A

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The Wall Street Journal hosts a forum where university students give their views on various topics. During a recent forum, students gave their thoughts on the topic of grade inflation. Grade inflation refers to the trend of universities giving higher grades  to students than in previous years.  At Harvard University, the most common grade was…

Woke College Admission Standards Results In Poor Performance
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Woke College Admission Standards Results In Poor Performance

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One maxim is certain is life. For every action, there is a reaction. Often the best of intentions are behind actions taken to fix a problem. Often, the action taken to fix the problem leads to an unanticipated reaction that results in a situation that can be worse than the original problem.  The University of…

Democrats Waste Public School Dollars
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Democrats Waste Public School Dollars

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Public schools across our country are losing students. Between 2019 and 2023, 59% of small schools, 69% of medium sized schools and 69% of large schools experienced enrollment declines. Overall, the share of children ages 5-17 enrolled in public schools fell by nearly 4% from 2012 to 2022 according to Census Bureau data. In some…

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Manatee Shines at Congressional Education Awards

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The Congressional Education Awards were presented by U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan andhis staff, Thursday May 1, 2025, at Manatee Technical College. The awards were established torecognize outstanding teachers, administrators and support staff in Florida’s 16th CongressionalDistrict.Manatee District Honorees Included:Congressional Leadership Award: Joseph Hougland – Principal, Stewart Elementary Relief After the Storm Award: Mary Glass and…

Leftist College Officials Can Be Sued
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Leftist College Officials Can Be Sued

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For years, leftist college officials have violated the First Amendment rights of professors and students who make statements that the leftists consider “unwoke.” When a professor says something that irritates leftist students or professors, university officials will take action to penalize the offending faculty member. Of course, 99% of the time the university officials are…

Jon Lynch, The Right Choice For School Board
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Jon Lynch, The Right Choice For School Board

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The Manatee Herald endorses Jon Lynch for Manatee County School Board District 3 seat. Lynch is a native of Bradenton and a Manatee High graduate. Lynch has spent the last 24 years building his career in the marine industry. Lynch utilized the On The Job Training program at Manatee High and is a prime example…

Democrats Fight Attempts To Have Balanced Teaching In Higher Education
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Democrats Fight Attempts To Have Balanced Teaching In Higher Education

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Much has been written about the spending increases during the short tenure that Ben Sasse had as President of the University of Florida (UF). Of course, the outrage over his spending initiatives comes from Democrat leftists who constantly abuse Republicans over their lack of spending on education. One true axiom: If Democrats are upset about…