Quick Hits (5.8.12)

“Meaningful education reform.” Connecticut lawmakers approved an education overhaul in the wee hours Tuesday morning that will devote $100 million more toward K-12 education and “intensive supports and interventions” for the state’s 25 low-performing schools. (The Hartford Courant)

Spreading the Buckeye spirit. Ohio State University President Gordon Gee’s travel budget exceeds that of the last two Ohio governors. Since 2007, Gee has been to China, Iceland, Turkey, and France. (Dayton Daily News)

For your eyes. By Friday, a draft of the common standards in science should be released and available for public comment. (Curriculum Matters/Education Week)

Sage advice. “Move away from home and get job as soon as possible. Your parents love you, but enough is enough,” University of Evansville President Thomas Kazee told graduates. (Evansville Courier & Press)