During the era of NCLB there has certainly been a lot made about test scores and their importance. I would agree that they are both important and relevant; however, there is often much that is lost in that discussion when people focus singuarly on that aspect. The real question is what is the "value-added" that comes with our schools? The answer is that there is a lot that is value-added that come with those basic test scores and data. As an example, we have National History Day winners, top quality music programs, championship athletic teams, high quality academic programs etc.
Another indication of the value-addedness of our schools and programs is the recent video production from the City of Riverside -- 25 Remarkable Teens. Each of the teens has a great story and is indicative of the quality of student that we have, as well as the quality work of our staff. In the video you will find not only RUSD students but also students from Alvord, Woodcrest Christian, etc. -- and so it should be as we all share a role in the education of the youth of Riverside. I also know that the City could ONLY include 25 students and there are lots of others.
Great job students!! Great job Riverside!!
That is great news! Is there a list of the students without watching the video?
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