Sentences with phrase «performance up to the higher standard»

If they do, more of their schools will be identified as failing under NCLB rules, and states will then be required to take corrective actions to bring students» performance up to the higher standard.

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In fact, I think that's the perfect way to sum up their current situation, thoroughly enjoying the early euphoria of a couple of stunning results against Wigan Athletic and Newcastle United before some hardhitting reality against two of the Premier League's most consistent sides, with the always title challenging Chelsea handing out a free lesson in how to play the beautiful game as Blackburn provided a much needed reality check that this league is brutal, that half - decent performances in front of your own fans still get severely punished if your own game isn't up to the high standards the Premier League demands.

Under the proposal, half of the expected 300 students would have to meet the higher performance standards while the others — who could be admitted by taking a school tour or signing up for information at a fair, for example — could gain entry based on less stringent criteria, the notice stated.

However, Jeong adds, the faster PCRAM must still prove that it can be scaled up, withstand the high temperatures found in standard chip - manufacturing conditions, and still be able to rewrite bits of data many trillions of times to match DRAM's performance.

Particularly in a new job, Deutsch adds, women often hold themselves up to an impossibly high standard of performance.

Now for playback performance starting with Batman, presented in 1080p high definition on Blu - ray disc with a 1.78:1 widescreen aspect ratio and a DTS - HD MA (Master Audio) 5.1 lossless (48kHz, 24 - bit) mix, the animated film looks and sounds up to standards in HD.

The special - effects sequences are up to the usual high standards of Marvel excellence, but by far the best elements of «Homecoming» are the writing, which brims with humor, and the performances.

«Django Unchained» is propped up by a pair of fantastic performances and is filled with plenty of classic Tarantino moments, but it's hard not to feel a little letdown, because it simply doesn't live up to the high standards set by his previous films.

With a strong emphasis on spelling and grammar, timetables and long division, the new National Curriculum has been heralded as a return to high standards and rigour as we strive to catch up with the world's best performing nations in terms of educational performance.

Although the authors are to be applauded for wanting to hold charter schools accountable to high performance standards, that does not save Dust - Up from being best assigned to the dustbin.

Officials call up sets of student papers to make sure performance standards are high and that scoring is consistent.

Major business groups have taken up the quest for better teaching and are pushing for higher standards for teachers, better preparation and professional development, and higher pay linked to performance.

Did we end up with higher, shared standards across the states and a way to compare student performance from state to state?

In fact, in 27 of the 28 states that have released scores from this spring and where the data are comparable to last year, student performance is up — and some of the biggest increases are for third - grade students, who have learned to higher standards for their whole time in school.

This measure will allow up to 40 public charter schools to be authorized in our state over a five - year period, with strict oversight and accountability to be sure they are meeting high performance standards.

The new high - performance model could weigh up to 220 pounds less than the standard M4, Australia's Motoring reports.

While many skeptics have dismissed Tesla as a «fad car», with over 150,000 units sold, three models added to the line up, and viral videos displaying phenomenal performance prowess, the Tesla Model S has secured its place in history delivering a highly refined automobile offering luxury and performance features at very high standards.

Standard equipment consists of; Quattro all - wheel drive system with sports rear differential, electronic stability control (ESC), Audi drive select, energy recuperation without start - stop system, tire mobility kit (without spare tire), power sunroof, full LED headlights (DRL's, low / high beams, turn signals), auto dimming / power folding / heated exterior mirrors, auto dimming interior mirror, front filler panel, front RS 7 heated sport seats, 12 - way power front seats with driver memory, leather - wrapped multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles, carbon fiber inlays, 4 - zone automatic climate control, Bose surround sound, head - up display, Audi navigation plus with MMI touch, Sirius satellite radio, Audi connect, Audi side assist, Audi advanced key, preparation for mobile phone (Bluetooth) with audio streaming, and parking system plus with rearview camera.For more information on this fantastic 2016 Audi RS 7 or any of our other 100 + Exotic, Sports, and Special Interest cars always in our inventory, contact our friendly and knowledgeable sales team, or always feel free to drop by our 40,000 + sq. ft. of Indoor Showrooms in Bellevue, WA - Home of the West Coast's Most Exciting Inventory of Luxury, Exotic, High Performance and Collectible Automobihigh beams, turn signals), auto dimming / power folding / heated exterior mirrors, auto dimming interior mirror, front filler panel, front RS 7 heated sport seats, 12 - way power front seats with driver memory, leather - wrapped multifunction steering wheel with shift paddles, carbon fiber inlays, 4 - zone automatic climate control, Bose surround sound, head - up display, Audi navigation plus with MMI touch, Sirius satellite radio, Audi connect, Audi side assist, Audi advanced key, preparation for mobile phone (Bluetooth) with audio streaming, and parking system plus with rearview camera.For more information on this fantastic 2016 Audi RS 7 or any of our other 100 + Exotic, Sports, and Special Interest cars always in our inventory, contact our friendly and knowledgeable sales team, or always feel free to drop by our 40,000 + sq. ft. of Indoor Showrooms in Bellevue, WA - Home of the West Coast's Most Exciting Inventory of Luxury, Exotic, High Performance and Collectible AutomobiHigh Performance and Collectible Automobiles.

Typical MINI go - kart feeling thanks to model - specific set - up of suspension technology, with single - joint spring strut front axle and multilink rear axle; maximum agility due to weight - optimised construction with a high degree of stiffness; electromechanical power steering with Servotronic function as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC) in the MINI Cooper S 5 door and MINI Cooper SD 5 door also with Performance Control; model - specific spring and damper set - up; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available; standard trim includes light alloy wheels in 15 - inch format (MINI Cooper 5 door, MINI Cooper D 5 door) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S 5 door, MINI Cooper SD 5 door); light alloy wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.

A head - up display, wireless charging and Wi - Fi hotspot, leather covered dashboard, Carbon Ceramic Brakes and an M Driver Package (which includes a high performance driving class and raises the top speed to 174 mph from 155 mph) and standard suspension calibration for increased comfort are also available.

Mercedes followed this formula to a tee: the exterior is swollen with sporting intent draped over SUV - like proportions, the top - range engine is a biturbo, 3.0 - liter V - 6 producing 362 horsepower and 384 pound - feet of torque, the transmission is a nine - speed auto, 4MATIC all - wheel - drive system is included, and standard 21 - inch lightweight alloy wheels at the corners come wrapped in high - performance 275/45 tires up front and 315/40 tires in the rear.

• Intensification of the typical MINI go - kart feeling with extensively revised suspension technology, reduced weight and increased rigidity; new single - joint spring strut axle with aluminium swivel bearing and also axle supports and wishbones made of high - strength steel; new multilink rear axle also in optimised lightweight construction and space - saving geometry; refined electromechanical power steering now with Servotronic as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), in the MINI Cooper S also including Performance Control; new spring and damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up toPerformance Control; new spring and damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up toperformance; light alloy wheels in 15 - inch or 16 - inch (MINI Cooper S) format as standard; light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.

• Intensification of the typical MINI go - kart feeling with extensively revised suspension technology, reduced weight and increased rigidity; new single - joint spring strut front axle with aluminium swivel bearing and also axle supports and wishbones made of high - strength steel; new multilink rear axle also in optimised lightweight construction and space - saving geometry; refined electromechanical power steering now with Servotronic as standard; Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) as standard including Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) and Electronic Differential Lock Control (EDLC), in the MINI Cooper S also including Performance Control; new spring and damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up toPerformance Control; new spring and damper set - up with triple - path support bearings; Dynamic Damper Control optionally available for the first time in MINI; refined brake system, adapted to increased driving performance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up toperformance; fitted as standard with 15 - inch steel rims and wheel covers (MINI One, MINI One D) as well as light alloy wheels in 15 - inch (MINI Cooper, MINI Cooper D) or 16 - inch format (MINI Cooper S); light allow wheels optionally available up to 18 inches.

RADIO % 3A AM / FM / SIRIUSXM / CD / HD / DVD / MP3 AUDIO SYSTEM POWER HEATED / COOLED FRONT BUCKET SEATS OPTION GROUP 02 POWER HEATED OPTION GROUP 01 STANDARD PAINT CASPIAN BLACK BLACK, LEATHER SEATING SURFACES ADVANCED SAFETY TECHNOLOGY Vehicle Stability Management System Electronic Stability Control % 28ESC % 29 with Traction Control % 28TCS % 29 ABS with Electronic Brake Force Distribution & Brake Assist 4 - Wheel Disc Brakes 9 Airbags including Driver Knee Airbag Anti-Whiplash Front Head Restraints Front & Rear Outboard Seatbelt Pretensioners POWERTRAIN TECHNOLOGY 3.8 L DOHC V6 GDI & Dual CVVT Aluminum Engine with 311 HP % 28Regular % 29 8 - Speed Auto Transmission with SHIFTRONIC & Paddle Shifters Intelligent Drive Mode Select High Performance Gas Shock Absorbers 5 - Link Fully - Independent Front and Rear Suspension COMFORT & CONVENIENCE 18 - Inch Alloy Wheels with P245 / 45R18 All Season Tires Auto Headlights with Daytime Running Lights & LED Accents Rain - Sensing Wipers with Auto Defogger Windshield Heated Dual Power Outside Mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators Power Folding Outside Mirrors with; Window Grid Antenna Radio w / Seek - Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls and 4.5 Gb Internal Memory Turn - By - Turn Navigation Directions 2 LCD Monitors In The Front Fully Galvanized Steel Panels Clearcoat Paint Trunk Rear Cargo Access Chrome Side Windows Trim Aluminum Spare Wheel Chrome Door Handles Fully Automatic Projector Beam Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w / Delay - Off Wheels % 3A 18 x 8.0 J Machine Finished Aluminum Alloy Laminated Glass Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo Body - Colored Rear Bumper Chrome Grille Tires % 3A P245 / 45R18 AS Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers Chrome Bodyside Moldings Front Windshield - inc % 3A Sun Visor Strip Body - Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w / Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator Perimeter / Approach Lights Body - Colored Front Bumper Fixed Rear Window w / Defroster LED Brakelights Light Tinted Glass Gauges - inc % 3A Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer Blue Link Selective Service Internet Access Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid / Rear Cargo Door Trim HVAC - inc % 3A Underseat Ducts, Headliner / Pillar Ducts and Console Ducts Power Rear Windows Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w / Driver And Passenger Illumination, Driver And Passenger Auxiliary Mirror Perimeter Alarm Cruise Control w / Steering Wheel Controls Front And Rear Map Lights Full Cloth Headliner Manual Tilt / Telescoping Steering Column Interior Trim - inc % 3A Simulated Wood / Metal - Look Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood / Metal - Look Door Panel Insert, Metal - Look Console Insert, Chrome And Metal - Look Interior Accents Smart Device Integration Power 1st Row Windows w / Front And Rear 1 - Touch Up / Down 2 12V DC Power Outlets Valet Function Remote Releases - Inc % 3A Power Cargo Access and Power Fuel HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter Power Door Locks w / Autolock Feature Engine Immobilizer Delayed Accessory Power Tracker System FOB Controls - inc % 3A Trunk / Hatch / Tailgate Leatherette Door Trim Insert Day - Night Auto - Dimming Rearview Mirror Full Carpet Floor Covering - inc % 3A Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats Trip Computer Power Heated Front Bucket Seats - inc % 3A 12 - way power seats, 4 - way power lumbar, seatback pockets and adjustable anti-whiplash front head restraints Leather Steering Wheel Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints Leather Seating Surfaces Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning Bench Front Facing Rear Seat Ashtray Front Center Armrest w / Storage and Rear Center Armrest w / Pass - Thru Front Cupholder Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins Front Cigar Lighter % 28s % 29 Driver Foot Rest Outside Temp Gauge Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start Remote Keyless Entry w / Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb / Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button Rear Cupholder Illuminated Locking Glove Box Full Floor Console w / Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w / Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets Leather / Simulated Wood Gear Shift Knob Compass Seats w / Leatherette Back Material Cargo Space Lights Air Filtration Analog Display Fade - To - Off Interior Lighting 20.3 Gal.

Variant name: V6, Derivative: MK1 (X152), Variant: 2015 15 Jaguar F Type 3.0 Supercharged V6 Auto Convertible It is with absolute pride and pleasure we can add to our star - studded line up of sports and performance vehicles this like new, a total one - off, ultra low mileage 1 owner 2015 15 Jaguar F Type 3.0 Supercharged V6 Auto Convertible which has been meticulously maintained and cared for to the highest of standards having completed a stunningly low 2171 miles and benefits from full Jaguar service history.

INCLUDES WARRANTY, NH STATE INSPECTED, SERVICE RECORDS AVAILABLE, RECENT TRADE IN, FACTORY MAINTENANCE UP TO DATE, NAVIGATION GPS NAV, SIRIUS XM, BLUE TOOTH HANDS FREE, M SPORT PKG, Aerodynamic Kit, Anthracite Headliner, Brushed Aluminum Trim, High - Gloss Roof Rails, M Sport Package, M Sport Package (337), M Sports Leather Steering Wheel w / Paddle Shifters, Performance Control, Shadowline Exterior Trim, Standard Suspension.

The compact Ford Focus hatchback is available with an assortment of power plants, including the standard 160 - horsepower 2.0 - liter 4 - cylinder, a frugal 123 - horsepower turbocharged 3 - cylinder that has a combined fuel economy rating of up to 35 miles per gallon, a green 143 - horsepower electric version with a range of 76 miles, and two high - performance variants that are targeted towards driving enthusiasts, including one with all - wheel drive and 350 horsepower.

While the 2016 Equus from Hyundai aims high in the areas of luxury and value, its performance aspirations don't quite live up to the standards set by the BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 or Mercedes - Benz S - Class.

The 2009 model - year features a new dual exhaust system yields a more powerful sound while also boosting horsepower to 265 (up from 263); standard high intensity discharge (HID) head lamps sharpen front styling and aid nighttime visibility, and standard Active Stability Control (ASC) enhances driving safety and performance.

The engine's outputs are also undisclosed at this stage, but sources have indicated the Alpine will have around 250bhp as standard and up to 300bhp in a higher - performance version that will use more aggressive turbocharging.

BRABUS (Brabus - Allee, www.brabus.com) rounds out the new high - performance standard with a sporty yet elegant designer suit, custom - tailored wheels with diameters of up to 21 inches, a high - performance brake system and customer - specific interior upgrades including a state - of - the - art «iBusiness» multimedia system with Apple components.

ompact and lightweight e-book reader; responsive touch - screen interface with no glare or contrast issues; high - contrast E Ink Pearl display; zippier performance than its predecessor; integration with Sony e-book store; good battery life (up to two weeks); supports EPUB e-book standard, which allows for e-book downloads from libraries; audio playback; SD and Memory Stick Duo memory expansion slots.

The Touch Edition is a compact and lightweight e-book reader; responsive touch - screen interface with no glare or contrast issues; high - contrast E Ink Pearl display; zippier performance than its predecessor; integration with Sony e-book store; good battery life (up to two weeks); supports EPUB e-book standard, which allows for e-book downloads from libraries; audio playback; SD and Memory Stick Duo memory expansion slots.

Touting the XPS 14 as having «up to 11 hours of (8 - cell, non-replaceable, 69WhH) battery life,» it has an aluminum chassis and a silicone base, Intel Core i5 or i7 processor options, 4 GB RAM standard (8 GB max), 14 - inch 400 nit HD + edge - to - edge Gorilla Glass WLED display, a backlit chiclet spill - resistant keyboard, and optional high - performance graphics.

The Good Compact and lightweight e-book reader; responsive touch - screen interface with no glare or contrast issues; high - contrast E Ink Pearl display; zippier performance than its predecessor; integration with Sony e-book store; good battery life (up to two weeks); supports EPUB e-book standard, which allows for e-book downloads from libraries; audio playback; SD and Memory Stick Duo memory expansion slots.

Anne Thorne Architects therefore enlisted the help of their colleagues in 15:40 to work up the design drawings to the highest performance standards while meeting the tight deadline.

Sign up to send a letter to President Obama and learn more about Green Schools at globalgreen.org Green schools make a huge difference For the last five years, with the support of the Annenberg Foundation, Global Green has partnered with the LA Unified School District to insure that every new school in Los Angeles is built to a high performance green standard — we saw evidence of this last year.

If you are seeking a client associate who is well equipped with all the skills you have demanded for the position and is committed to the highest standards of performance quality, then call me at [phone] to set up an interview.

Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient - related information.Developed and managed budget and revenue expectations while actively seeking ways to eliminate or reduce expenses.Organized and led weekly personnel meetings with team members.Established and maintained positive relationships with government regulators, residents, families, other area health care providers, physicians and community at large.Minimized staff turnover through appropriate selection, orientation, training, staff education and development.Diligently monitored the QA (Quality Assurance) program to improve performance and maintain high standards of care.Regularly evaluated employee performance, provided feedback and assisted, coached and disciplined staff as needed.Jumped in to fill gaps for on call rotation when necessary.Provided thorough supervision for day - to - day operations of facility in accordance with set policies and guidelines.Actively maintained up - to - date knowledge of applicable state and Federal laws and regulations.Ensured the accuracy of public information and materials.Cooperated with other health related agencies and organizations in community activities.Served as liaison between management, clinical staff and the community.Administered, directed and coordinated the activities of the agency.Created annual goals, objectives and budget and made recommendations to reduce costs.Evaluated patient care procedural changes for effectiveness.

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation