Low SATs irk new R.I. education boss
Source: projo.com Posted By: Valerie M...5328 days ago
Rhode Island’s sluggish SAT scores, which trail national and regional averages, are “unacceptable,” says the state’s new education commissioner, Deborah A. Gist.
“This fires me up,” said Gist, who has emphasized improving student performance as one of her top goals. “To be honest with you, it makes me all the more energized about what we need to do to improve our education system. I know without a doubt that Rhode Island children are capable of achieving at higher levels, whether it is this measure....