Category: Quick hits

Here’s an interesting article on how different states’ reading assessments don’t seem to mesh up when compared by national standards (tests that are developed by giving field test questions to students of different genders and ethnic backgrounds in all major regions of the nation). If that doesn’t get you going, we’re sure something else will. Enjoy.

Well, the kids are finally at home for the summer, and this editor is feeling dog tired. Summer school begins for students on June 18, where students will get two more cracks at the End-of-Grade test(s) that will play a major part in determining their placement for the next 180 days of school. I’ll be there to make it happen. In the mean time, we give you the Friday open line. Happy first day of summer, kids!

Thanks to the Kiwanis Club of Henderson for having me as their speaker at their regular meeting yesterday. I enjoyed the evening thoroughly. Don’t forget the special meeting of the Henderson City Council tonight. Unfortunately, Home in Henderson will be unable to provide coverage, as tonight is the night of the E.M. Rollins 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony and Dance for our rising 6th graders — a joyous occasion for all involved. Especially the teachers. With that, we give you the …

At yesterday’s County Commission meeting, there was a lot of talk about the growth of the budget over the inflation rate. What can be cut that the County isn’t mandated to spend? Let your thoughts be heard on today’s open line.

This is the last week of the regular school year. Summer school starts on June 18. I’ll be there. As for the rest of you, here’s the open line. Enjoy.

This is the last day of End-of-Grade testing… Woo-hoo! Uh…now what? School doesn’t end until June 7. Fill in the blank here on today’s open line.

Henderson homeowners: if keeping funding at current levels for joint City-County programs entailed a tax increase, would you be for or against it? Let your opinion be heard on today’s open line.

Sorry about the gap in posting, but I’ve been in New York on a family emergency. It looks like everything is going to come out well in the end for my aunt, but she still faces open heart surgery on the road to recovery. We give you this very belated Memorial Day open line. Let me know what I’ve missed.

These pictures of the American Legion Post 60 display of veterans who paid the ultimate sacrifice says everything that we need to say on today’s open line. We thank Mr. Julian Oliver for submitting them to us.

The Minimum Housing Ordinance revisions and the attendant Certificate of Occupancy appear to be in trouble. Who are the real winners and losers in all of this? Let your thoughts be known on today’s open line.

Another day, another doughnut. Write your happy thoughts here. Good Monday!