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  1. Teen “Pregnancy Pact”:  The Perfect Storm?

    Posted on June 30, 2008 by Kathy McManus Comments (62)

    The shocking news from the small fishing town of Gloucester, Massachusetts spread across the country and around the world: 17 girls from one high school were pregnant, part of a supposed ‘pregnancy pact’ in which the students intentionally set out to become teen mothers, with a vow to raise their babies together. Read full article »

  2. Cash for Grades

    Posted on May 1, 2008 by Kathy McManus Comments (17)

    Education opens many doors. But should the main one be at the bank? School districts throughout the country are increasingly paying students for coming to class, taking tests, and improving their scores as part of controversial incentive programs known as “cash for grades.” Read full article »

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