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Chapter 5: Schools and Beyond

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Violence and Discipline Problems in U.S. Public Schools: 1996-97

http://nces.ed.gov/pubs98/violence/index.html
The National Center for Education Statistics created this site of statistics regarding violence in today's schools.

Charter Schools

http://www.edreform.com/charter_schools/
The site is a comprehensive and supportive resource on charter school issues from legislation and research, to school successes and obstacles, to how-to and where-to-go.

Charter School Research Project

http://csr.syr.edu
A participatory site which provides overviews and resources on issues relating to charter schools with a research foundation.

US Charter Schools Web Site

http://www.uscharterschools.org
Developed in conjunction with the United States Department of Education, information on charter schools, including starting and running one. A strong discussion group area and a comprehensive national list of charter schools are available.

The Center for Education Reform

http://www.edreform.com
This national, independent, non-profit advocacy organization presents their take on current reform issues in education.

Developing Educational Standards

http://putwest.boces.org/standards.html
Note this very comprehensive list related to standards, including every state, specific subject matter plus government agencies and advocacy group connections.

Thomas B. Fordham Foundation

http://edexcellence.net
Aims to change the public school system with pointed advocacy work including such alternatives such as charter schools, contract-management, student scholarships and other strategies for stimulating more education choices, greater competition and real consumer empowerment.

Everything Milton Friedman

http://www.ideachannel.com/Friedman.htm
Information on the life of the Nobel prize winner, conservative economist, and early advocate of vouchers is included. The site has a number of politically conservative articles, although it does contain some criticism of his work as well.

Goals 2000

http://www.ed.gov/G2K/
Focuses on current educational issues, specifically the Goals 2000. Find the actual text, reports and projected outcomes.

K-12 Magnet Schools

http://www.edunet.ie/links/magnet.html
This page provides an independent list of United States Magnet Schools which have web servers and electronic mail addresses.
http://www.maec.org/mag-schl.html
Provides brief description of Magnet Schools

Rethinking Schools Online

http://www.rethinkingschools.org
Founded in 1986 by activist teachers, Rethinking Schools is a nonprofit, independent publisher of educational materials who advocate with a strong emphasis on issues of equity and social justice.

Gender Equity in Education

http://www.crpc.rice.edu/CRPC/GT/mborrow/GenderEquity/gendsite.html
Addresses gender equity issues in education with extensive networking sites and special entries housing original, poignant essays.

CRESPAR Home Page

http://scov.csos.jhu.edu/crespar/CReSPaR.html
The mission of the Center for Research on the Education of Students Placed At Risk (CRESPAR) is to conduct the research, development, evaluation, and dissemination needed to transform schooling for students placed at risk.

Child Welfare League of America

http://www.cwla.org
The NDAS puts child welfare statistics at the fingertips of Internet users, creating customized tables and graphs. Their special focus on abused and neglected youngsters remains primary.

Children's Defense Fund

http://www.childrensdefense.org
This organization, started by educator Marian Wright-Edelman, remains America's strongest voice for children. The site is filled with stories, statistics and a chance to take action on your role as a youth advocate.

National Network of Partnership Schools

http://scov.csos.jhu.edu/p2000/manual.htm
Provides an on-line manual to assist state, district, and school leaders to organize and implement positive and permanent programs of school, family, and community partnerships.

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