Majority of Americans says math yes, standardized tests, maybe
By NANCY ZUCKERBROD Associated Press Writers
      WASHINGTON (AP) - More math, please. A large majority of Americans think schools are placing too much emphasis on the wrong subjects, and more than half think they're doing just a fair job in preparing children for the work force or giving them the practical skills they need to survive as adults...
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HIGHLIGHTS OF A POLL BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS ON EDUCATION IN THE U.S.
By The Associated Press
      - Though the economy and gas prices were mentioned more often as people's top concern, education came in ahead of the Iraq war, the environment and education and about even with health care. - Math and English were the subjects people most thought should be emphasized more in schools.
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Judge rules immunity exists for JP
      BROWNSVILLE (AP) - A judge ruled Thursday that a Cameron County justice of the peace is protected from liability in a lawsuit filed by Los Fresnos families seeking to recover damages. State District Judge Abel Limas issued the ruling after a one-hour hearing involving Los Fresnos families compl...
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