contents DistrictAdministration 20 APril 2009 F E at u R E s american recovery and reinvestment act 20 Education’s Shot in the Arm The federal stimulus plan will provide a healthy jolt to struggling districts. Kevin Butler special report 26 Lessons Learned from Columbine’s 10th Anniversary Substantial strides have been made in school security, but glaring gaps remain. 26 BRIEFINGs 10 News Update • People Watch • NYC’s New Public Schools • Striving for a “Grad Nation” Kenneth S. Trump 29 An interview with Columbine’s superintendent, Cynthia Stevenson. Angela Pascopella 12 Assessment technology 31 Keeping Track of Technology 31 The latest IT asset management programs can do more than just inventory • Support Builds for National Standards • Study Says No to PISA Test • Colo. District Does Away with Grades Kurt O. Dyrli professional development 35 Classroom Technology Integration Having technology is one thing—maximizing the investment is another. www.DistrictAdministration.com Zach Miners April 2009 1
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