Sentences with phrase «higher on the act»

Effective Sept. 1, 2015, prospective teachers will also have to pass a state - approved test of basic skills, score a 1660 or higher on the SAT or 23 or higher on the ACT, or a combined score of 310 on the Graduate Record Exam.

The goal of Key 6 is a lofty commitment to get all of our students scoring a 27 or higher on the ACT.

In fact, eAchieve Academy's students score higher on their ACT college admission test than average Wisconsin public school students.

The percent of students scoring 20 or higher on the ACT (a requirement for TOPS 4 - year scholarships) fell from 38 % to 35 %.

(Students who passed the AP test scored from one to four points higher on the ACT, depending on which AP class they took.)

Those who took and failed the AP test scored a quarter to half a point higher on the ACT, which is roughly equivalent to the boost a student would get from test prep coaching.

In a statewide comparison, schools in the Racine and Wisconsin choice program score 6 points higher on the ACT composite score than traditional public schools.

Students in the MPCP score on average 2.8 points higher on the ACT than students in traditional public schools.

The state's plan outlines the criteria needed to become a «Ready Graduate,» and one of the pathway options is calculated by taking the percentage of students who earn a score of 21 or higher on the ACT exam multiplied by the district's graduation rate.

Students are less likely to score a 21 or higher on the ACT if they are chronically absent and less likely to score proficient on the state's math test.

Not exact matches

Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward - looking statements and that should be considered in evaluating our outlook include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) our ability to continue to grow our business and execute our growth strategy, including the timing, execution, and profitability of new and maturing programs; 2) our ability to perform our obligations under our new and maturing commercial, business aircraft, and military development programs, and the related recurring production; 3) our ability to accurately estimate and manage performance, cost, and revenue under our contracts, including our ability to achieve certain cost reductions with respect to the B787 program; 4) margin pressures and the potential for additional forward losses on new and maturing programs; 5) our ability to accommodate, and the cost of accommodating, announced increases in the build rates of certain aircraft; 6) the effect on aircraft demand and build rates of changing customer preferences for business aircraft, including the effect of global economic conditions on the business aircraft market and expanding conflicts or political unrest in the Middle East or Asia; 7) customer cancellations or deferrals as a result of global economic uncertainty or otherwise; 8) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which we operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; 9) the success and timely execution of key milestones such as the receipt of necessary regulatory approvals, including our ability to obtain in a timely fashion any required regulatory or other third party approvals for the consummation of our announced acquisition of Asco, and customer adherence to their announced schedules; 10) our ability to successfully negotiate, or re-negotiate, future pricing under our supply agreements with Boeing and our other customers; 11) our ability to enter into profitable supply arrangements with additional customers; 12) the ability of all parties to satisfy their performance requirements under existing supply contracts with our two major customers, Boeing and Airbus, and other customers, and the risk of nonpayment by such customers; 13) any adverse impact on Boeing's and Airbus» production of aircraft resulting from cancellations, deferrals, or reduced orders by their customers or from labor disputes, domestic or international hostilities, or acts of terrorism; 14) any adverse impact on the demand for air travel or our operations from the outbreak of diseases or epidemic or pandemic outbreaks; 15) our ability to avoid or recover from cyber-based or other security attacks, information technology failures, or other disruptions; 16) returns on pension plan assets and the impact of future discount rate changes on pension obligations; 17) our ability to borrow additional funds or refinance debt, including our ability to obtain the debt to finance the purchase price for our announced acquisition of Asco on favorable terms or at all; 18) competition from commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers and other aerostructures suppliers; 19) the effect of governmental laws, such as U.S. export control laws and U.S. and foreign anti-bribery laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the United Kingdom Bribery Act, and environmental laws and agency regulations, both in the U.S. and abroad; 20) the effect of changes in tax law, such as the effect of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the «TCJA») that was enacted on December 22, 2017, and changes to the interpretations of or guidance related thereto, and the Company's ability to accurately calculate and estimate the effect of such changes; 21) any reduction in our credit ratings; 22) our dependence on our suppliers, as well as the cost and availability of raw materials and purchased components; 23) our ability to recruit and retain a critical mass of highly - skilled employees and our relationships with the unions representing many of our employees; 24) spending by the U.S. and other governments on defense; 25) the possibility that our cash flows and our credit facility may not be adequate for our additional capital needs or for payment of interest on, and principal of, our indebtedness; 26) our exposure under our revolving credit facility to higher interest payments should interest rates increase substantially; 27) the effectiveness of any interest rate hedging programs; 28) the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting; 29) the outcome or impact of ongoing or future litigation, claims, and regulatory actions; 30) exposure to potential product liability and warranty claims; 31) our ability to effectively assess, manage and integrate acquisitions that we pursue, including our ability to successfully integrate the Asco business and generate synergies and other cost savings; 32) our ability to consummate our announced acquisition of Asco in a timely matter while avoiding any unexpected costs, charges, expenses, adverse changes to business relationships and other business disruptions for ourselves and Asco as a result of the acquisition; 33) our ability to continue selling certain receivables through our supplier financing program; 34) the risks of doing business internationally, including fluctuations in foreign current exchange rates, impositions of tariffs or embargoes, compliance with foreign laws, and domestic and foreign government policies; and 35) our ability to complete the proposed accelerated stock repurchase plan, among other things.

But if people can't act on their values when the stakes aren't high, then how can they expect to act on them when the consequences of their inaction affect not only themselves, but an entire group of people?

Since the recession ended in mid-2009, the economy has been expanding at sub-par rates as a string of problems from higher gas prices to Europe's debt crisis have acted as a drag on the U.S. economy.

After graduating at the top of his class in high school, Spacey went on to Julliard to study acting.

The U.S. is primed for higher interest rates, but the Bank of Canada won't follow suit until there are real policy changes — not just Trump Tweets — to act on

Throughout Zappos's history, Hsieh has approached management the way Steve Jobs approached product development -; with an uncompromising rigor bordering on insanity — and he has attempted to turn the humble act of selling stuff on the Internet into high art.

The Magnitsky Act leveled sanctions on high - level Russian officials accused of human rights abuses and corruption.

Susan J. Fowler, an ex-Uber engineer, says she was propositioned by her manager and that human resources refused to act on her complaint, saying that it was a «first offense» and that they didn't want to damage the career of a «high performer.»

On Jan. 31, Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D - San Jose) introduced a more nuanced bill, The High - Skilled Integrity and Fairness Act of 2017.

When EQ components are evident, a project team will act with a high emotional bank account, the buffer or shield that can protect a team and support project success on a high - risk, high - engagement project.

The RAISE Act's lower quotas and emphasis on English and other skills would make it harder to fill those jobs with immigrants, and thus mean more Americans would be diverted from higher - paid, more productive tasks into cleaning - or else have to live and work in dirtier conditions.

This suggests oil must repeatedly hit new highs for the price to act as a firm ceiling on economic growth.

NEW YORK, April 30 - Global stock indexes were flat to slightly higher after upbeat earnings and deal news on Monday, while the U.S. «If the previous several weeks of earnings season are any indication, corporate results should continue to act as a buffer to any meaningful turn lower in equity markets,»...

In recent years, the Affordable Care Act and the bipartisan tax negotiations in late 2012 have led to large increases in tax rates on high salaries and capital income, making the tax code significantly more progressive.

The International Monetary Fund is the latest voice to suggest high household debt will act as a drag on economic growth in the years ahead.

«Increased government spending, particularly more infrastructure investment financed primarily by higher taxes on the well - to - do, acts as an economic stimulant.»

Under the Affordable Care Act, individual health insurance plans sold on statewide marketplaces can only set how high their premiums are based on three factors: a customer's geographic region, age, and smoking status.

But if you act on these principles every day, every member of your company will see higher quality work — and when you zoom out, you'll see a more productive culture for your whole team.

While some responders had particular axes to grind (it's true that U.S. drug prices are radically higher than elsewhere in the world, for instance, and maybe a gamma ray burst could destroy earth, but those aren't really things you can act on tomorrow), many more offered healthful reality checks that most of us could benefit from, including:

Since 1970, marijuana has been on the list of Schedule I drugs, which defines chemicals under the Controlled Substances Act as a drug with high potential for abuse and no medical benefits.

We know that China is still on holiday and so hasn't had a chance to act but the fade in Asian hours from opening highs in nearly everything «risk» is somewhat frustrating.

The survey provides an updated look at employers» response to the Affordable Care Act's excise tax on high - cost health plans, sometimes called the «Cadillac tax,» which is now scheduled to take effect in 2020.

The Rockefeller Institute of Government, which released a new state revenue report on Monday, said that «The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), enacted in late December 2017, created strong incentives for some high - income taxpayers to act fast and prepay their state and local income and property taxes to take advantage of the expiring tax breaks, namely the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, which is capped at $ 10,000 per year as of January 1, 2018.&raqAct (TCJA), enacted in late December 2017, created strong incentives for some high - income taxpayers to act fast and prepay their state and local income and property taxes to take advantage of the expiring tax breaks, namely the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, which is capped at $ 10,000 per year as of January 1, 2018.&raqact fast and prepay their state and local income and property taxes to take advantage of the expiring tax breaks, namely the state and local tax (SALT) deduction, which is capped at $ 10,000 per year as of January 1, 2018.»

MIAMI — Gun control legislation is moving at an unusually fast pace in the Florida Capitol following a deadly high school shooting, which has pushed state lawmakers and the governor to act after years of loosening restrictions on firearms.

In order to be eligible for the Army's Loan Repayment Program, the applicant is required to enlist in the Army with at least a high school diploma, score at least a 50 on the Armed Forces Qualification Test, hold a loan that is guaranteed under the Higher Education ACT, agree to serve in a critical military occupational specialty, have a written contract, and decline Montgomery GI Bill enrollment.

Credit raters, well aware that Alberta's energy - royalty days are on indefinite hold, have urged balance through spending cuts or revenue hikes, noting the province's high per - capita expenses and low tax burden make a dangerous combination, yet offer ample room to act.

Maybe 15 percent of your income is taken right off the paycheck by the FICA [Federal Insurance Contributions Act] for Social Security and essentially pre-saving for Social Security medical care (which provides the government with enough money to cut taxes on the higher brackets.)

Directors must have demonstrated high ethical standards and integrity in their personal and professional dealings and must be willing to act on — and remain accountable for — their boardroom decisions.

Bitcoin has been acting very strong in recent weeks, and this weekend, we already speculated on a likely new all - time price high for the week.

In 2017, the top 10 regulatory interventions included ensuring alcohol ads are targeted responsibly online — especially on social media platforms where many users are under 18, which landed Diageo in trouble in 2016; acting against irresponsible gambling advertising; new food advertising restrictions for products which are high in fat, salt or sugar (HFSS); and addressing harmful gender stereotypes, for which a detailed report is due in the coming weeks.

Leading up to the passage of the Sherman Act, price levels in the United States were stable or slowly decreasing.165 If the exclusive concern had been higher prices, then Congress could have focused on those industries where prices were, indeed, high or still rising.

But the effect of the higher prices, assuming they are typically paid to suppliers elsewhere in the world, also acts somewhat like a tax on spending, hence aggregate demand falls.

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Canadian 5 - year mortgage rates have already risen in response to higher bond yields, which will act as an additional drag on housing demand in Canada.

Arbitrageurs made billions by acting as financial intermediaries making income on the margin between low yen - borrowing costs and high foreign - currency interest rates.

There are two caveats about rates on government student loans to keep in mind: First, the formula mandated by the Higher Education Act imposes an 8.25 percent cap for federal direct loans to undergraduates, and 9.5 percent for direct loans to grad student loans.

Since a 2013 overhaul of the Higher Education Act, interest rates on federal direct loans are set annually, according to a formula that uses rates for 10 - year Treasury notes as a benchmark.

In 2040, federal spending on Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and the subsidies provided in the Affordable Care Act will be 3.9 percentage points of GDP higher than it was in 2017.

RE the second point: if someone can explain to me how the Futures Market (which is cash settled) will affect the actual Market Ill stand corrected on that point... having said all this I do believe BTC is overvalued on a «fundamental» basis because there has not been enough adoption and the transaction cost is too high but it is acting more like gold 2.0 and there will have to be a better method of lowering transaction costs and increasing speed or using an alternative coin.

The Act empowers the Secretary to grant leases to the highest qualified responsible bidder on the basis of sealed competitive bids and to formulate regulations as necessary to carry out the provisions of the Act.