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Articles: 2005 CSAP results, New Bell reports: Understanding Colorado's Achievement Gap 2005 Education White Papers, Bell tracks six interim committees, Immunization rates rebound, Number of uninsured kids falls, Latinos receive less student financial aid, Business group supports better access to higher education, Increased cost sharing pushes people off Medicaid, EITC boosts employment, Housing costs rise faster than wages, Latinos lack sufficient retirement savings

A Boulder Daily Camera commentary summarizing the Bell's findings in its recent report on the achievement gap in Colorado.

A Boulder Daily Camera commentary comparing and contrasting Colorado (SB 186) and federal (No Child Left Behind) laws that deal with student and school accountability.

Commentary in the Denver Post on bringing the focus of standardized tests for students in Colorado back to improving student learning.

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This report shows that academic achievement gaps exist in Colorado at all grade levels and across subject areas. It serves as a comprehensive sourcebook for test results, comparisons and recommendations.