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CopperArea reporter James Hodl explores the changing landscape in education with several stories devoted to the new laws, exams and some of the anticipated effects of the budget cuts.
Some of the new laws have already been felt as our kids are taking the AzMERIT tests now.
Please take a look at the following stories to learn more about what is coming for education in your school district.
Our Local Officials Offer Their Opinions on the State of Educational Funding
Override revenues ease some of the hurt; JTED cuts could reduce tech courses at high schools
Superior schools expect to weather latest state budget cuts thanks to November override approval
Schools measuring student achievement with new AzMERIT exams
High school class of 2017: Bone up on Civics if you want to graduate
James J. Hodl is a career journalist who has worked for newspapers, magazines and trade journals. A graduate of Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism, Hodl began his career as a reporter with the Palatine (IL) Herald and the Morton Grove (IL) Review before becoming editor of the trade publication Appliance Service News. In recent years, Hodl has had articles published in Consumers Digest, Good Housekeeping, Home Remodeling, Kitchens & Baths and Salute; and has contributed to trade publications serving the home furnishings, restaurant and casino markets. A native of Chicago, Hodl relocated to San Tan Valley in 2013.
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