News in this edition

• New ACSA president sworn in for 2011-12
  Alice Petrossian vows to work tirelessly to deliver message on the importance of school administration.
• Revenue plan still needed to avoid school cuts
  If the governor’s proposed revenue extensions don't pass, schools face drastic funding reductions.
• Study provides guidance on Common Core testing
  Three reports look at key issues in the development of state assessments aligned to new national standards.
• Algebra 1 brief results from a team effort
  ACSA’s Middle Grades Education Council has collaborated with EdSource on eighth grade math research.
• Teacher pensions lower than other public workers
  A new study finds retirement benefits of teachers far below those of similar non-safety employees.
• Taking Center Stage model middle schools sought
  The CDE is seeking Schools to Watch with key structures and practices for educating early adolescents.