February 25, 2021

MBAE Statement on Getting Students Back in the Classroom

The Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education supports Commissioner Riley’s move to get students back in the classroom in April. There is no replacement for in-person learning and it should be pursued vigorously when and where safe. This strong state action […]

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January 26, 2021

MA must define size & scope of learning loss, act urgently and innovatively to address it

MBAE Testimony to the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education January 26th, 2021   Good Morning. My name is Ed Lambert and I represent the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education. MBAE wants to thank this Board, the Commissioner, the Secretary […]

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January 5, 2021

Decision to move forward with MCAS this year is the right one

Today, Massachusetts Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education Jeff Riley announced the state will administer MCAS this year. MBAE strongly supports the Commissioner’s decision to move forward with MCAS and to streamline administration of it in response to pandemic-related challenges. […]

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