Tag: washingtonpost
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After admissions changes, Thomas Jefferson High will welcome most diverse class in recent history, officials say
Brabrand said the more-representative nature of TJ’s newest class will have everyday benefits as students interact in classrooms, in hallways and on the playing field, learning to understand and love people different from themselves. And, he added, these advantages will persist into students’ professional lives. “These kids are going to be more equipped, with their…
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Two key questions about how New York City admits students into its elite public schools
Two key questions about the Specialized High School Admission Test (SHSAT) have not received enough attention in the current debate. First, is the SHSAT a good test? Second, is using a test, even if it’s good, as the sole basis for admission a good idea? The answer to the second question is easy. No. No…