N.J. school officials say they can't educate parents about budget - Bridgeton News
The Star-Ledger Gov. Chris Christie in a file photo. While school districts grit their teeth and wait for state aid numbers from Gov. Chris Christie, school officials around the state say the vast level of uncertainty has compromised their ability to

Texas, Maryland get reprieve on recruiting rule - CNN Sports Illustrated
after schools will be bound by the rule, Christianson said. The rule change was supported by the NCAA's football issues committee. The rationale was that recruiting by a "head coach in waiting'' creates a competitive advantage for a program

Making progress, West. Phila. High wary of district move - Philadelphia Inquirer
Once in the spotlight for out-of-control hallways and poor academics, West Philadelphia High School has made strides in the last three years. The changes may not be fast enough, though. West has landed on a list of 14 schools that may be radically

Jobless aid clears Senate hurdle - Nashville Tennessean
The sweeping bill also would prevent doctors from absorbing a crippling cut in Medicare payments and extends insurance subsidy for the unemployed under the COBRA program adds about another $10 billion. Federal cash to help states with Medicaid