The Louisiana State Department of Education released information on Friday, August 1, 2008 that reflects the current status of the mighty BTW Lions. Although the Lions showed a 1.5 improvement over 2007 results, it was not enough to reach the critical score of 60.
The Lions improved from 53.4 to 54.9, just 5.1 points away from 60.
In fact, the Lions fared somewhat better than any of its immediate peers.
School ----2007 SPS----- 2008 SPS---- Pt. Chg -----Pts fm 60
BTW------- 53.4---------- -54.9-------- +1.5--------------- 5.1
Green Oaks- 51.5------------- -49.3 -------------(2.2)------------- 10.7
Woodlawn-- 48.6-------------- 47.7 -------------(0.9) -------------12.3
Fair Park--- 45.4-------------- 45.4-------------- n/c --------------14.6
From a process standpoint, it appears that Department recommendations will take place in the August/September time frame. Those recommendations will follow consultations between state and local officials.
Deputy Superintendent Ollie Tyler adds "This is leading edge work for which there is little precedent. our deliberations will involve fair assessments of the schools, but ultimately will center on the compelling interests of the children in these school communities."
Clearly, these are uncharted waters in the long and proud history of BTW. We do however, agree with Deputy Superintendent Tyler, the interests of the children must be superior to all other considerations.
Interested alums and friends should fully engage at this time in support of our school and community.
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