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Basis of Presentation (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Nov. 30, 2014 | May 31, 2014 | Nov. 30, 2013
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Accounting Policies [Abstract] |  |  |
Restricted Cash (in Dollars) | $ 0.2schl_RestrictedCash | $ 0.3schl_RestrictedCash | $ 1.1schl_RestrictedCash

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