Scott from Kennebunk criticizes the governor’s proposal to increase teacher salaries, arguing that it rewards failure. He advocates for accountability through subject matter proficiency testing and license revocation for failing teachers. Matt agrees, noting the left’s focus on money and spending in education, despite declining scores. He suggests that the issue lies in curriculum standards and teaching approaches, citing Mississippi’s success with early reading benchmarks. Matt also criticizes the overcomplication of the education system, which he believes has harmed the profession.
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
Two unvaccinated Pennsylvania residents have died after being infected with measles, the first U.S. deaths this year related to the contagious virus. State health officials announced the deaths Tuesday. They did not reveal any details about the people who died, other than that they lived in Lancaster County, west of Philadelphia.
