They also liked his goal of improving test scores in science and math.
Meanwhile, General John Gordon, head of the National Nuclear Security Administration, recently informed Congress that he is looking hard at "improving test site readiness".
She too overhauled her district, closing failing schools while improving test scores.
"It is all around you, it is constant, it never lets up," the teacher said of the focus on improving test scores.
The educators at the high-flying schools should be commended for improving test scores, while creating an engaging and positive learning environment for youth.
But until recently, investors and analysts had been optimistic, in part because Edison had been able to point to improving test scores at most of its schools.
New York City officials released the names of 205 public schools where teachers have chosen to take part in a new bonus program based largely on improving test scores.
"The thinking is that improving testing and treatment in that population could have important secondary benefits on transmission".
One can improve education without immediately improving test scores.
