The Institute for School Innovation announces the kickoff meeting of a select expert panel for a research project investigating the effects of class size on learning. The panel is co-chaired by Senator Anna Cowin and Representative Stephen Wise and consists of principals, teachers, school district leaders, school board members, association executives, and business leaders concerned about public education in Florida. The goal of the research project is to create an enhanced instructional model which utilizes technology and differentiated staffing patterns to deliver better results at less cost. Florida TaxWatch will conduct an independent evaluation. Florida TaxWatch will collect and analyze data to determine academic performances, as well as potential cost savings to the state.
Many success stories abound.
Tedder was on the list of critically low performing schools just three years ago. Students became more involved in learning, discipline problems became almost non-existent, and teacher enthusiasm increased. Results were dramatic, as shown below. Grades K and 1 are not tested in Broward County. Dr. Frank Till, Broward County Superintendent, kicked off the meeting, with opening remarks from the panel co-chairs, Senator Cowin and Representative Wise.