Sept. 30, 2011 DirectLink

September 30, 2011
Tickets still available for Diane Ravitch
The internationally recognized educational activist will deliver a keynote address entitled “Will School ‘Reform’ Improve the Schools?” at Duke's Page Auditorium on Monday, October 3 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Read more . . .
Teacher Effectiveness: Sixth Standard Update
Effective this school year, the State Board of Education has added growth in student performance as a sixth standard on the Teacher Evaluation Instrument. Read more . . .
Leadership Excellence Awards
The Superintendent's Business Advisory Council recognized exemplary school leadership in meeting annual school Scorecard goals. Read more. . .
Flu Shots Available to DPS Staff and Family Members
DPS has partnered with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina and Maxim Health Systems to host a flu shot clinic at the Staff Development Center this fall. Read more . . .
Cool School of the Day
Bill Reh and NBC-17 are starting a new project called “Cool Schools” which features a school every weekday on the morning newscast while Bill gives the forecast for the day. Read more . . .
Stories Needed
Please send us your stories. We are always on the lookout for success stories, awards, celebrations, best practices, tips or any other newsworthy events. Read More . . .
What’s New on Channel 4?
Be sure to check out the latest videos added to the Channel 4 lineup.

