"Alabama Education News" is published monthly except for June, July, and December by the Alabama Department of Education. This publication, authorized by Section 16-2-4 of the "Code of Alabama", as recompiled in 1975, is a public service of the Alabama Department of Education designed to inform citizens and educators about programs and goals of public education in Alabama. This issue contains the following articles: (1) Every Single One: The Fight to Keep Alabama Students in School; (2) State Board of Education Member Dr. Ethel Hall Pens Inspirational Biography; (3) ACCESS Featured on CNN/Fox News; (4) Red Ribbon Week October 23rd-31st Helps Students Prevent Drug Abuse; (5) October is Parent Involvement Month; (6) Alabama Leads Nation in AP Test Score Improvement; (7) Governor Increases Proration by 2% to Balance State Budget; (8) Teachers Invited to 3rd Annual Teachers' Institute; and (9) Help Students Get Fire Safety Smart! Regular feature includes Awards, Opportunities, and Professional Development. Also presents: Read for the Record on October 7!; National School Bus Safety Week Oct. 18-22 2010; Alabama's 2009-2010 Torchbearer Schools; and September State Board of Education Meeting Agenda Items.