teacher tenure

On Second Thought, Tenure Changes Tossed

Kelly Connelly — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 23:42:58 +0000

A state judge has thrown out rules passed last session tying teacher tenure and pay to classroom performance. Monday's decision is a turnaround from the same judge’s previous ruling.

In December, Judge Michael Caldwell threw out parts of what’s been called the “Teacher Tenure Act,” – parts that didn’t directly address teacher tenure, but made rules for school boards, visiting teachers, superintendents and principals.

That day, the governor touted the ruling as a success because it kept his tenure overhauls. Now the judge is saying the whole thing has to go.

BESE Expected to Approve Adjustments to Teacher Evaluations

Kelly Connelly — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 11:32:09 +0000

State Superintendent of Education John White is advocating refinements to “Compass” – the program created by 2010 legislation to reform how public school teachers are evaluated. The changes stem from teacher input.

Teacher Tenure, Compensation Act Headed To Court

Louisiana Radio Network — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:39:18 +0000

Another major part of Governor Bobby Jindal's education reform package faces a court challenge Monday in Baton Rouge.