Massachusetts Education Reform Review Commission The massachusetts education Reform Act (MERA) of 1993 is a comprehensive What has been the effect of regulations on school time on student achievement? http://www.merrc.org/research/textreports/evaltext.htm
Extractions: THE MASSACHUSETTS EDUCATION REFORM ACT OF 1993 RESEARCH AND EVALUATION MAPPING PROJECT It is also important to note what this document does not do. It does not report the results of specific evaluation studies, nor does it contain fully elaborated research designs. The study team believes that evaluation(s) of MERA are very much needed by policymakers and educational practitioners in the Commonwealth at the present time. No single piece of legislation as comprehensive or complex as MERA should be expected to "get-it-right" in every detail the first time around, and there are bound to be fine tuning and even more sizable modifications needed to ensure that education reform continues to suit the needs of the Commonwealth. Conducting evaluations and even planning the details of specific studies, however, were beyond the scope of this project. We tried to keep our focus on the big picture and construct a map to guide evaluation decisions for the whole of MERA. The study team has prepared this report for the use of the Education Reform Review Commission. We tried to keep the Commissions mandate "to monitor progress toward education reform" and its specific charge with respect to MERA foremost in our thinking. We interpret the legislation to give the Review Commission two important responsibilities, the first is to monitor the implementation of the various policy provisions in the legislation to ensure that legislative intent has been followed by the education establishment, the second is to engage in policy analysis, recommending modifications for MERA or new legislation where policies fall short of their objectives. We hope that the effort to create a conceptual map for MERA that focuses on educational policy and includes implementation and evaluation questions will help the Review Commission as it works on behalf of educational reform for the Commonwealth.
PUBLIC NOTICE - PROTECTIVE REGULATIONS CHAPTER 622 OF massachusetts GENERAL LAWS AND TITLE IX OF THE FEDERAL education Title IX rules and regulations require education institutions receiving http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/protectiveregulations.htm
Extractions: PUBLIC NOTICE PROTECTIVE REGULATIONS Americans with Disabilities Act Section 504 Students Records Sexual Harassment and Unlawful Discrimination Policy The Framingham Public Schools does not discriminate based on race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, veterans status or any other status protected by law. Grievance Procedures for the district can be found on the Framingham Public Schools website: http://www.framingham.k12.ma.us AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Program applicants, participants, members of the general public, employees, job applicants and others are entitled to participate in and benefit from all Framingham Public Schools programs, activities, and services without regard to disability. Copies of this notice are available, upon request, in alternative print formats (large print, audio tape, Braille, computer disk, etc.) Our grievance procedure, self-evaluation, as well as ADA policies, practices and procedures are also available. Inquiries, requests, and complaints should be directed to: Walter McClennen, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, ADA Coordinator, 14 Vernon Street, Suite #204, Framingham, MA 01701, 508-626-9133 (Voice), 508-424-3414 (Fax) 508-626-9126 (TTY) The Framingham Public Schools complies with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which protects the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs and activities that receive federal funding. Section 504 regulations require the provision of free and appropriate public education to eligible students, reasonable accommodations and procedural safeguards. Grievance procedures are available upon request. Inquiries concerning the application of Section 504 may be referred to: Nanci Keller, 504 Coordinator, 454 Water Street, Framingham, MA 01701, 508-626-9128, or to the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Health, Education and Welfare, Washington, D.C. 20201.
Information On Learning Disabilities And Special Education process from start to finish, based on the federal and state laws, and the massachusetts Department of education special education regulations. http://www.ldam.org/ldinformation/resources/specialedguide.html
Extractions: A Guide to Special Education Take this guided tour through the special education process from start to finish, based on the federal and state laws, and the Massachusetts Department of Education special education regulations. Editor's Note: Formerly published as LDAM's Guide: Your Road Map Through the Special Education Maze , this guide is specifically written for people in Massachusetts. However, the information about the federal laws and the special education process is useful to anyone in the United States who has a child who needs special education. This guide should not be construed as legal advice. If you are concerned about your child's education and legal rights, LDW encourages you to consult with a special education attorney in your state. Your Road Map Through the Special Education Maze More on Special Education The following collection of articles are on the LDW Member's Site. Not a member?
Massachusetts State PTA From massachusetts Department of education Overview Proposed Revisions to the State Special education regulations http://myschoolonline.com/folder/0,1872,0-105129-2-32318,00.html
Lexington Institute :: Education Federal Bilingual education Programs in massachusetts But Do They Help the One of these regulations dictates that, at a minimum, threequarters of all http://www.lexingtoninstitute.org/education.asp?aid=372
Common Acronyms In Adult Basic Education EDGAR, education Department General Administrative regulations. EDP, External Diploma Program MCAE, massachusetts Coalition for Adult education http://www.sabes.org/resources/acron.htm
Extractions: Adult Basic Education AAACE American Association for Adult and Continuing Education ABLE Adult Basic Learning Exam ABE Adult Basic Education ACLS Adult and Community Learning Services (MA DOE) ADA Americans with Disabilities Act ADP Adult Diploma Program AEA Adult Education Act AFQT Armed Forces Qualification Test ALI Adult Literacy Initiative (Boston) ALRI Adult Literacy Resource Institute (Boston) ANPN Adult Numeracy Practitioners Network APL Adult Performance Level ASE Adult Secondary Education BALF Boston Adult Literacy Fund BE Bilingual Education BENL Basic English in the Native Language BEST Basic English Skills Test CALL Computer-Assisted Language Learning CASAS Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System CBO Community-Based Organization CDBG Community Development Block Grant CDC Centers for Disease Control (NIH) CDL Commercial Drivers License CHOC County House of Corrections CLC Commonwealth Literacy Campaign (MA) COABE Commission on Adult Basic Education CRC Central Resource Center (SABES) CTC Community Technology Centers DAEL Division of Adult Education and Literacy (US DOE) DET Department of Employment and Training (MA) DOC Department of Commerce (US) DOC Department of Correction (MA) DOE Department of Education DOL Department of Labor DPW Department of Public Welfare DTA Department of Transitional Assistance (MA)
The Center For Education Reform: Massachusetts' Charter Law Indepth analysis of massachusetts charter school law, and legislative policy from Most State and District education Laws, regulations, and Policies http://edreform.com/charter_schools/laws/Massachusetts.htm
Extractions: Profile of Massachusetts' Charter School Law Note : The following ranking and analysis reflects the state's law as of 2001. For the most recent state law profile, please contact the Center for Education Reform or order Charter School Laws Across the States: Ranking Score Card and Legislative Profiles from our Publications page Massachusetts (1993; last amended in 2000) The 7 th strongest of the nation's 38 charter laws General Statistics Number of Schools Allowed 72 state-approved charters (Commonwealth charters); 48 school district conversion charters (Horace Mann charters) Number of Charters Operating (As of Fall 2001) Approval Process Eligible Chartering Authorities State board of education for Commonwealth start-up charters; jointly by local school committee, local teacher union and state board of education for Horace Mann conversions Eligible Applicants Applicants may include (but are not limited to) non-profit organizations, 2 or more certified teachers, 10 or more parents Types of Charter Schools Converted public, new starts (but not home-based schools)
Mass Networks Education Partnership Mass Networks education Partnership has been working with massachusetts program or responding to NCLB Comprehensive Grant reporting regulations? http://www.massnetworks.org/
ADAPTED PHYSICAL EDUCATION MASSACHUSETTS STATE MAP ADAPTED PHYSICAL education massachusetts STATE MAP Adapted Physical education (state regulations definition). Adapted Physical education State http://www.cortland.edu/apens/MASSACHUSETTS.htm
Extractions: If yes, please list the citation or web site where the materials can be accessed. State Director of Special Education State Director/Representative of Physical Education Number of school aged children with disabilities Number of state certified Physical Educators: Number of state certified Adapted Physical Educators: APENS State Coordinator Information Total nationally certified CAPEs within state State/Regional Parent Advocacy Information State Special Education Resources (e.g., CEC, TASH) State Assistive Technology Information: State Early Childhood Special Education information: State Disability Sport Organizations/contacts:
Reading Massachusetts Schools Public Documentation Reading massachusetts education of education enforced existing laws and their own regulations, holding school officials and administrators accountable. http://www.iror.org/links.asp
Extractions: The website of the National Association for the Prevention of Teacher Abuse (NAPTA) is an incredible resource for anyone who has suffered at the hands of school officials and administrators. http://www.parentadvocates.org - Another promising organization with the goal of bringing accountability back to public education. http://www.illinoisloop.org " Bully OnLine is the world's largest resource on bullying and related issues" and is filled with useful information regarding the psychology of those who make a habit of threatening, bullying and intimidating others. Principals, superintendents and head teachers are commonly identified serial bullies U.S. Department of Education
Extractions: Attorneys for Education Law in Plymouth County, Massachusetts Education Law Attorneys, Lawyers and Law Firms help students and their families obtain the benefits of Federal, State, and Local laws providing special education and services, equal access and non-disciminatory treatment for education and school and athletic activities. Education Law Attorneys work with parents, students, School Boards and other government, administrative and regulatory agencies, departments and bureaus to comply with the law and regulations, and to advance children`s interests.
Extractions: Attorneys for Education Law in Bristol County, Massachusetts Education Law Attorneys, Lawyers and Law Firms help students and their families obtain the benefits of Federal, State, and Local laws providing special education and services, equal access and non-disciminatory treatment for education and school and athletic activities. Education Law Attorneys work with parents, students, School Boards and other government, administrative and regulatory agencies, departments and bureaus to comply with the law and regulations, and to advance children`s interests.
Massachusetts Teachers Test: Summary And Evaluation education analysis and news massachusetts Teacher Test. and institutions of higher education, and aligned with the massachusetts regulations for http://www.edpolicy.org/publications/documents/testing.htm
Extractions: Home Background: According to the Department of Education, the test of communication and literacy skills assessed the proficiency of candidates at a level required for a bachelor's degree, and the subject tests for specific certificates assessed proficiency and depth of understanding of the subject required for a baccalaureate major. In January, 1998, The Department of Education released the Question and Answer booklet on the Massachusetts Teacher Tests, which included a statement that candidates taking the test on April 4 and July 11 "will satisfy the testing requirements automatically". At the time of the first test administration, however, the cut score had not been determined. Four days later (July 6) the results were mailed out, along with a free admission form to the July 11 test for students who failed all or part of the exam, and on July 11, approximately 3000 students took the second offering of the certification exam. The scores from this second administration are expected by mid-August. Concerns: Before any interpretation or explanation of the high failure rate on the Teachers Tests can be offered, a number of concerns must be addressed. Since we cannot evaluate the content of the tests (comment cannot be made regarding the content until the content is made available - and actual questions and data regarding test answers have not been released), we must focus on the test process. When focusing on the administration of the test a number of flaws in the process become apparent. Many education professors, schools of education, and students may have been under the impression that the first two administrations of the test would be for statistical or normative purposes (such a process is typical in test development) and the fact that the
Special Education Laws (old Chapter766) SPED regulations (State) massachusetts Special education regulations 603 CMR 28.00, In effect January, 2001 Sections Special education purpose (very short http://concordspedpac.org/laws.htm
BERKLEE | Music Education Department massachusetts State Department of education regulations require that college teacher preparation programs undergo a thorough program approval process http://www.berklee.edu/departments/music_ed.html
Extractions: Jump to: HOMEPAGE Admissions Apply / Request Application Berklee Performance Center Berklee Today Campus Tour (online) Campus Tour (visiting campus) Career Development Center Calendars Careers in Music Commencement Community Affairs Computer Requirements/Info Contacting Berklee Core Music Curriculum Counseling/Advising Courses Dining Services Directions to Berklee Emergency Closings and Weather Alerts Employment Events Calendar Facilities Faculty Faculty Top Fives Financial Aid Forms for Download Giving to Berklee High School Jazz Festival Housing International Programs Internships Learning Center Library/Media Center Loans Majors Maps of Campus/Boston Music Jobs and Gigs Online School Orientation Parents Information Polls President's Office Professional Programs Proficiency Assessments Scholarships Student Activities Student Employment Student Policies and Services Student Profiles Summer Programs Tuition and Costs Visiting Berklee World Scholarship Tour ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTS Bass Brass Composition Contemporary Writing and Production Ear Training Ensembles Film Scoring General Education Guitar Harmony Jazz Composition Music Business/Management Music Education Music Production and Engineering Music Synthesis Music Therapy Percussion Professional Music Piano Songwriting Strings Voice Woodwinds OTHER BERKLEE SITES Berkleemusic.com
Policies & Governance massachusetts General Laws Chapter 71A Transitional Bilingual education regulations 603 CMR 14.00 education of English Learners regulations http://www.ncela.gwu.edu/policy/states/massachusetts/02_sea.htm
Extractions: OELA NCELA's Mission What's New at NCELA E-News Publications ... Technical Assistance Site Search Policy State Resource Pages Massachusetts Back To Massachusetts ... Related Resources Massachusetts Education Policies and Governance Governance: State Education Agency Resources: Additional Instructional Program Funding for ELL Students? Higher Education in Massachusetts:
EEC Childcare Home Page regulations Policies Grant Forms Reports and Research Effective July 1, 2005, the new Department of Early education and Care (EEC) combines the http://www.eec.state.ma.us/
Extractions: Department of Early Education and Care EEC Home Mass.Gov Home State Agencies State Online Services Our Organization Board of Directors Upcoming EEC Board Meetings Child Care Licensing Adoptions and Residential Care ... Teacher Qualifications Key Resources Technical Assistance Papers Licensing Forms Grant Forms Reports and Research ... Resource and Referral Agencies EEC Updates If you would like to receive email updates on EECâs progress, please complete the email form Welcome Itâs a new agency! Effective July 1, 2005, the new Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) combines the functions of the Office of Child Care Services (OCCS) with those of the Early Learning Services Division at the Department of Education. Our agency is supervised and guided by a new independent board, the Board of Early Education and Care, which appointed Ann Reale as Early Education and Careâs first Commissioner. Commissioner Reale immediately began working with OCCS and the Early Learning Services division on the transition to EEC.
