Policy & Regulation: Page 71
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North Carolina Senate proposes rollback to siloed math classes
A new bill would undo a push for integrated math instruction, a move critics say would underserve students.
By Erin McIntyre • June 3, 2016 -
Farm Bill Broadband Loans a little-known rural K-12 connectivity option
The Farm Bill Broadband Loans and Loan Guarantees program can help rural classrooms obtain high-speed connections.
By Erin McIntyre • June 3, 2016 -
Officials: LAUSD skimmed $450M from special ed, high-needs students
A state report released May 27 indicates low-income students, English learners and foster children were adversely impacted by a double attribution of the same expenditure.
By Erin McIntyre • June 3, 2016 -
ESSA 'supplement not supplant' clause raises questions, concerns
The creation of regulatory guidance related to the law's language around funding distribution may face political roadblocks.
By Erin McIntyre • June 2, 2016 -
NYC school diversity pilot expanding
The initiative, launched last year, is targeting school segregation with enrollment goals.
By Erin McIntyre • June 2, 2016 -
Court affirms rights of Virginia transgender students
A new court ruling has upheld a previous decision in favor of transgender students' rights to use the bathroom of their choice.
By Erin McIntyre • June 2, 2016 -
Kansas schools to shut down without new budget plan
The state's ongoing school budget battle has reached a 'new crisis point' since its Supreme Court ruled the current funding formula unfair.
By Erin McIntyre • June 2, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Consider these 2 pieces of advice while making ed tech purchases
Two K-12 IT thought leaders share tips for schools considering tech for the next academic year.
By Roger Riddell • June 2, 2016 -
Should coding be an essential part of math curriculum?
Computer science and math teacher Chris Bartlo writes for EdSurge that the two subjects are a natural pairing.
By Erin McIntyre • June 1, 2016 -
California to track students from military families across schools
The move is part of an effort under ESSA to better gauge academic progress and improve support.
By Erin McIntyre • June 1, 2016 -
State policy can drive, sustain school dual-language programs
The American Institutes for Research offers five new recommendations on how states can support the programs.
By Erin McIntyre • May 31, 2016 -
Michigan district uses data to fight chronic truancy
The new 'Challenge 5' approach in Grand Rapids is helping schools use data to engage communities and reduce absenteeism.
By Erin McIntyre • May 31, 2016 -
Charter school enrollment increasing strain on funding
Nationwide, and particularly in Los Angeles, booming charter school enrollment is wreaking havoc on already-tight public school funding.
By Erin McIntyre • May 31, 2016 -
Report highlights glaring ed inequity over time
A new report from the National Center for Education Statistics finds that children from disadvantaged backgrounds are underserved over time in K-12 schools.
By Erin McIntyre • May 27, 2016 -
Atlanta superintendent embraces transparency, hands-on approach in cheating scandal's wake
Since taking the reins two years ago, Meria Carstarphen has worked to rebuild the community's trust with increased accessibility and a hands-on approach.
By Erin McIntyre • May 27, 2016 -
Ed Dept unveils new round of ESSA regulation proposals
New proposals aimed at ESSA's accountability, data reporting and state plan provisions have been announced by the U.S. Department of Education.
By Erin McIntyre • May 27, 2016 -
LAUSD superintendent's school tour leaves some parents wanting more
A recent stop saw Supt. Michelle King duck out 10 minutes early, leaving staffers to field questions from parents.
By Erin McIntyre • May 27, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Should private funding be allowed in public schools?
Though contributions from parents help defray costs, they can also increase school inequity.
By Erin McIntyre • May 27, 2016 -
Vergara teacher tenure case may head to California Supreme Court
The case hinges on the fact that California offers teacher tenure and job security protections after two years in the classroom, a more lenient approach than most other states.
By Erin McIntyre • May 26, 2016 -
Political fights involving charters plague California
The battles between unions and school choice advocates around charters can be seen as a proxy for a larger and divisive discussion about school reform.
By Erin McIntyre • May 26, 2016 -
Over a dozen automated threats hit schools in 17 states
The threats are believed to be part of a 'swatting' or hoax campaign designed to elicit a large-scale law enforcement response.
By Erin McIntyre • May 26, 2016 -
TeachStrong coalition offers advice on diversity, recruitment in Colorado
With 5,500 teachers expected to retire in the state this year, the coalition has issued new inclusivity and diversity recommendations for hiring.
By Erin McIntyre • May 26, 2016 -
NYC school cafeterias facing extensive health code violations
Reports noted roaches, rats and mice, with fresh rodent excrement found near food prep areas and reach-in milk refrigerators.
By Erin McIntyre • May 25, 2016 -
Gates Foundation chief: Leaders 'underestimated' needed Common Core supports
CEO Sue Desmond-Hellman has admitted that the foundation didn't fully recognize the resources and discussion that should have preceded the push.
By Erin McIntyre • May 25, 2016 -
Teacher certification requirements under review in Massachusetts
State Secretary of Education Jim Peyser called the current process a 'bureaucratic exercise' not based on research or student outcomes.
By Erin McIntyre • May 25, 2016
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