Category Archives: Success Stories

Nebraska Schools Use Niche Tactics to Claim Academic Victories

Posted on December 27, 2010 by jjohnson

Each of Nebraska’s Blue Ribbon Schools has its own strategy for creating a culture of academic excellence. Continue reading →

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Two Rock Elementary ’s Community Is at Heart of School’s Success

Posted on December 15, 2010 by jjohnson

Parent involvement and team teaching help create a strong sense of community at Two Rock Elementary School, where “each student is everyone’s responsibility.” Continue reading →

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‘No Excuses’ Defines Success at Springfield, Illinois, Schools

Posted on December 7, 2010 by pkickbush

“We don’t use poverty as an excuse for low achievement.” That message was seen and heard during a day of visiting Springfield, IL, schools. Continue reading →

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Country is Cool: Rural Kansas School Celebrates Blue Ribbon Achievement

Posted on November 26, 2010 by jjohnson

What makes this Blue Ribbon School in rural Kansas successful? Find out here. Continue reading →

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Colorado wind chill couldn’t stop these Eagles!

Posted on November 23, 2010 by jjohnson

How did a school in a Lakewood, Colorado, earn its second Blue Ribbon School award in a decade? Find out here. Continue reading →

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Outstanding Principals Share Secrets for Leading Blue Ribbon schools

Posted on November 23, 2010 by jjohnson

“What’s your secret for leading?” we asked award-winning principals. Here’s what they said. Join the discussion. Continue reading →

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2010 Blue Ribbon Schools Ceremony Celebrates Teachers and Principals

Posted on November 17, 2010 by jreeves

Outstanding teachers and principals from the 2010 Blue Ribbon Schools gathered in Washington this week for a two-day celebration in their honor. Continue reading →

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An Education Masterpiece in Baton Rouge

Posted on October 8, 2010 by John McGrath

Learn about a remarkable public elementary school that combines the art of learning with the learning of art. Continue reading →

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Illuminating Positive Change: Rural Transformation at West Carter Middle School

Posted on July 12, 2010 by jjohnson

West Carter Middle School improved dramatically and is now in the top 15% of middle schools in Kentucky. How did West Carter do it? Watch this video. Continue reading →

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Voices from Turnaround Schools

Posted on May 6, 2010 by pkickbush

What’s it like to turn around a low-performing school? Teachers, principals, parents, and students describe the experience in these three videos.
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What’s Possible: Turning Around America’s Lowest-Achieving Schools

Posted on March 5, 2010 by pkickbush

How can low-performing schools be turned around? These videos tell the stories of three turnaround schools. Continue reading →

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A Promise Kept, A School Renewed: Locke High School’s Turn Around

Posted on January 29, 2010 by pkickbush

A school turnaround model and lots of hard work by teachers, students, and the community led to dramatic improvements in a Los Angeles school. This video tells the story. Continue reading →

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