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College Board: Revenue Model vs. Educational Mission

Founded in 1900, the College Board, despite its nonprofit status and 6,000 member institutions, generates over $10 billion from standardized tests (SAT, AP) since 1990, exceeding its cumulative membership dues by orders of magnitude, raising concerns about its priorities and practices.

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Education Department Broadens Ban on Race-Conscious College Policies

The U.S. Department of Education warned colleges they risk losing federal funding if race is considered in any campus policy, citing the Supreme Court's decision in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard University; compliance assessments begin within 14 days.

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Dutch Schools Defy Mandatory Standardized Test

Four primary schools in Noord-Holland, Netherlands, defied a mandatory standardized test for 8th graders, allowing parents to opt out; the Education Inspectorate is investigating and may impose sanctions, while the schools cite concerns about the test's validity and impact on individual student well...

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Florida Bill Seeks to Lower Standardized Test Passing Scores for High School Graduation

Florida lawmakers are considering lowering the passing scores on standardized algebra and English tests for high school graduation, sparking debate among educators, students, and the public over balancing testing with diverse learning styles.

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Greek Model Schools Show High University Entrance Success Rate

Greek Education Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis reported that Model Schools had an 81% success rate in university entrance exams, significantly higher than other school types; he announced plans to increase the number of Model and Experimental schools, and the implementation of Onassis Public Schools ...

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