Cheating On Tests Even Occurs In The Navy

An investigation report obtained by the AP through a Freedom of Information Act request describes an atmosphere aboard the USS Memphis that tolerated and even encouraged cheating: Sailors were emailed the answers before qualification exams, took tests outside the presence of proctors and openly asked officers for answer keys. One sailor told investigators that test-takers were encouraged to "use their...

School Success and Failure Is Mainly Based On Family Income

The experts know that overall school performance is based on how much money a family earns annually. This is why on average, the schools with the most students receiving free or reduced lunch do not perform as well as schools with the least amount of students receiving free or reduced lunch.For many people this explanation is too simplistic; however, there is an international math and reading test...

You Can Become Governor And Run For President With Mostly C's And D's

Students should always focus on doing the best that they can in school. A student's best should always be good enough. As a matter of fact, there are individuals in America that have reached the highest levels of their profession despite being an a below average college student.One person who comes to mind is Governor Rick Perry of Texas. He is actually in his second term and managing one of the largest...