11.   And state education officials acknowledged that the exact procedure for submitting leases was not agreed upon until last year.

12.   And more special education students are being integrated into mainstream classes, said Richard P. Mills, the state education commissioner.

13.   And the state education commissioner, Richard Mills, said he hoped the successful schools could serve as role models.

14.   And on Wednesday, state education officials announced that the Atlantic City school district was being placed under review for failing to meet minimum state standards.

15.   And parental permission slips sent home did not offer parents an opportunity to preview the material as required by the state education code.

16.   Applicants for state education funding can view approved grants and check the status of their application.

17.   Because he lacked formal education experience, Levy was required under state law to get a waiver from the state education commissioner to become chancellor.

18.   Because he lacks academic credentials, Ravitch would also need a waiver of them from the state education commissioner.

19.   A portion of lottery proceeds benefits state education.

20.   A state education panel had recommended tying the grant to the number of graduates as an accountability measure.