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  3. Oakland Bets on Community Schools

    Provides home-life supports to aid district-wide turnaround. Atlantic

  4. Crunching the Numbers: Should All Students Take Algebra 2?

    States drop Algebra 2 requirements to lower dropout rates. EdWeek

  5. Crisis Averted: NYC Seniors Pass the Test

    Grad. rates remain steady despite new requirements. NYTimes

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