The final report in our 3-year series turns a critical eye on Paul Vallas’ legacy in New Orleans. What’s he done, how does it work, and will it last?
Jul 26th, 2010 |
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Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 11 Bonus Video - Turning a New Page in New Orleans
When Dr. Edmond Donald decided to start a school newspaper at Schwarz Academy in New Orleans, he wasn't sure what to expect.
Apr 14th, 2010 |
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Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 11 - A New Approach to Alternative Schooling
How does you teach a 17-year-old to read? What approach would you try with teenagers who have gotten in trouble with the law?
Apr 7th, 2010 |
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Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 10 - The TFA Effect
Does being bright, young and energetic qualify one to be a good teacher? New Orleans Superintendent Paul Vallas seems to think so.
Jul 7th, 2009 |
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Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 9 - Charter Schools: Experiment or Solution?
Paul Vallas wants to 'charterize' the entire district, even though there's evidence that charters may be abusing their freedom.
May 7th, 2009 |
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Duration: 10:08 min
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 8 - Truancy in New Orleans’ Schools
What would you do if at least 20% of your high school students missed school regularly? That's a problem Paul Vallas is facing.
Feb 3rd, 2009 |
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Duration: 9:23 min
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 7 - Teachers Learn the Ropes
Paul Vallas is a big proponent teaching programs like Teach for America but others argue that 8 weeks of training isn't enough to prepare teachers.
Oct 17th, 2008 |
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Duration: 9:36 min
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 6 - Mixed Results for School Reform Efforts
In his first year Paul Vallas accomplished a lot—but can he help the teenagers who were two, three and four years behind academically?
Jul 24th, 2008 |
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Duration: 10:56 min
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 5 - Targeting Young Readers
Are New Orleans' first graders learning to read with comprehension? If not, they're likely to become part of a cycle of failure for years to come.
Jun 17th, 2008 |
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Duration: 14:17 min
Paul Vallas in New Orleans: Episode 4 - Struggling to Bolster Schools
Paul Vallas has massive long-range plans for the New Orleans schools. But what does he do when some of his schools are falling apart now, right in front of him?
Apr 3rd, 2008 |
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Duration: 8:50 min
