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Ontario’s Math Struggles Spark Provincial Review of Student Testing

Ontario’s latest standardized test results reveal that math achievement remains a serious concern across the province , with many students failing to meet expected benchmarks. The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) released its 2024–2025 assessment data this week, showing that only 51% of Grade 6 students and 58% of Grade 9 students met the provincial math standard , while Grade 3 students fared slightly better at 64%. Despite modest improvements compared to previous years, the results underscore a persistent gap in student performance. Education Minister Paul Calandra acknowledged that progress has been too slow, announcing the creation of a two-member advisory body to review Ontario’s approach to standardized testing and curriculum delivery . The review will examine whether current teaching strategies, resources, and assessment methods are effectively supporting student learning. The EQAO results also highlighted disparities among student groups and school boards ,...

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Wall Street Opens 2025 with a Dip as Tesla's Delivery Woes Weigh Down Market


Wall Street kicked off 2025 on a somber note as the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 248.02 points (-0.58%) to 42,296.20. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also experienced slight declines, with Tesla's disappointing delivery figures being a significant drag on the market.

Despite the overall market downturn, there were some bright spots. Chipmakers Nvidia and Broadcom saw their shares rise, and crypto-linked stocks like **MicroStrategy** also gained. Analysts remain optimistic about the year ahead, predicting strong growth, albeit at a slower pace compared to previous years.

Investors are now looking ahead to see if the market can recover from this initial stumble and build momentum as the year progresses.




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