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Staffed Up: Missouri shows ongoing investment in principals pays off
In recent years, the Missouri Leadership Development System, led by the state’s education department, has increased its principal retention rate to 95%.
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North Dakota becomes first state to require K-12 cybersecurity education
Building on a state cyber-education initiative, the law requires students to take at least one course in computer science or cybersecurity.
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Are 3rd grade reading laws on their way out?
Michigan recently reversed a 2016 law that allowed schools to hold back 3rd graders if they didn't pass state literacy assessments.
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Republicans raise specter of ESSER audits, refunds over ‘misspending’
During a House Oversight Committee hearing, some lawmakers and witnesses called into question funds spent on DEI, teacher training and athletics.
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DeSantis signs off on huge Florida school choice expansion
Supporters say the measure gives parents more freedom in educational choices for their children. Opponents say it will take money from public schools.
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Ed tech experts urge caution on ChatGPT’s student data privacy
OpenAI’s ChatGPT will share its information with anyone, said one school CIO during a panel at the Consortium for School Networking conference.
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More state takeovers are likely on the horizon: Here’s what to watch for
States are applying greater scrutiny to academic shortfalls and financial management, both of which play a role — sometimes alongside politics.
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6 dead in Tennessee in latest school mass shooting
There have been at least 33 incidents of gunfire on school grounds in 2023 so far following a record year in 2022.
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How have state ed leaders prioritized academics and mental health in ESSER initiatives?
At CCSSO's legislative conference, top state education leaders discussed pandemic emergency funding for recovery efforts and plans for sustainability.
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New Mexico governor signs universal school meals into law
The legislation makes New Mexico the fifth state to permanently establish a policy allowing all students to eat free meals in school.
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LAUSD reaches tentative deal with school employees after strike
The proposed contract includes retroactive pay increases, expanded healthcare benefits, a professional development fund and more.
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How 4 school leaders use communication, transparency to battle community divisions
Amid growing politicization, administrators are working to cultivate community with authenticity, visibility and meeting people where they’re at.
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House passes Parents Bill of Rights Act
Democrats dubbed the bill the “Politics Over Parents Act,” calling it hurtful and burdensome, while Republicans say it would empower parents.
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New FAFSA will debut in December, Education Department says
Typically the student financial aid form goes live in October every year, but it’s in the process of being simplified.
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Ed Dept implores schools to end corporal punishment
Nonregulatory guidance from the department calls for the banning of physical discipline and for more supportive and safe practices.
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Florida school employees challenge state’s book restrictions
The challenge comes as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis seeks to expand curriculum restrictions.
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USDA proposes lower threshold for schools, districts to qualify for free meals
The proposed rule would expand access to the Community Eligibility Provision as a step toward securing universal school meals nationwide.
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Ed Dept approves extensions for ESSER, GEER spending
Eleven states and the District of Columbia sought to delay spending of less than 1% for the first round of ESSER and GEER funding.
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Local partnerships can help restore arts programs lost to budget cuts
Organizations like museums or arts councils can partner with schools on arts programming or even connect them with resident and teaching artists.
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Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From a Supreme Court decision impacting education litigation to a 3-day strike canceling classes in a major district, what did you learn from our stories the week of March 20?
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Supreme Court rules against district in Perez v. Sturgis Public Schools special ed case
The decision means students and families will not have to exhaust the IDEA process to claim damages under ADA.
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6 ways districts can embrace marketing as an enrollment strategy
By fall 2030, just nine states are projected to have higher public school enrollment than in fall 2020.
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How can educators navigate climate ed pushback amid growing student concern?
A recent Lancet study found more than half of young people are worried about signs of climate change, but the subject remains contentious for schools.
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By The Numbers: What potential budget cuts to Ed Dept would look like
Among House Republican leaders’ ideas to rein in the budget is a spending cap at FY22 enacted levels. That would mean $850 million less for Title I.
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How is New York setting the standard for implementing student data privacy policies?
A Future of Privacy Forum report shares how the state used its Educational Service Agency model to leverage new district regulations over student privacy.
