Policy & Legal: Page 30

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    School districts join challenges against Title IX rule

    Districts’ disputes come as the Supreme Court declined to hear another Title IX case this week and as policies remain in flux nationwide.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    Will Louisiana require Ten Commandments displays in public schools?

    The state is likely to approve legislation mandating that all publicly funded K-12 schools and colleges post the religious principles in each classroom.

    By • May 22, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

    K-12 Dive has gathered some a selection of our best coverage from 2025 so far as a one-stop resource on the trends to watch in the months ahead.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    Opinion

    Feigned outrage over the education of students with disabilities in school choice won’t close opportunity gaps

    An education policy expert writes that critics of school choice shortcomings often ignore inequities that persist in traditional public schools.

    By Ashley Jochim • May 22, 2024
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    White House aims to expand access to African American history

    Unveiled on the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, the effort includes support for literature and resources, along with grants to diversify schools.

    By • May 21, 2024
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    BY THE NUMBERS

    How wide are funding gaps in some large metro school districts?

    A new Bellwether study recommends districts and states consider ambitious policy changes to reduce or eliminate funding inequities.

    By • May 21, 2024
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    California district pays $360K settlement to teacher fired over LGBTQ+ policies

    The physical education teacher claimed her First Amendment rights were violated when she was terminated for not adhering to gender-affirming policies.

    By • May 20, 2024
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    4th Circuit denies Maryland parents suing over LGBTQ+ curriculum opt-outs

    Judges said parents failed to show Montgomery County Public Schools likely violated their free-exercise or due process rights.

    By • May 17, 2024
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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From cybersecurity proposals to progress on school integration, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • May 17, 2024
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    70 years later: Exploring the impact of Brown v. Board of Education

    The landmark 1954 school desegregation decision reshaped the education landscape, but the path to progress hasn’t been smooth.

    By K-12 Dive staff • May 17, 2024
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    Q&A

    Growing up separate: Retired superintendent LaRuth Gray reflects on schooling in segregated Texas

    Gray’s childhood experiences sparked a conviction that segregated schooling “does not yield a society that can be whole.”

    By • May 16, 2024
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    BY THE NUMBERS

    Are schools resegregating? Data since 1991 says yes

    U.S. public schools that were “intensely segregated” tripled over the last 30 years, according to the Civil Rights Project.

    By • May 16, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    70 years later: The story of Brown v. Board of Education in pictures

    The landmark ruling spurred resistance, desegregation orders, busing and school choice. Here's a look back — and forward to where integration stands today.

    By , , , , • May 16, 2024
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    Retrieved from U.S. Department of Education.
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    Cardona: ‘Low expectations’ for Black students continue today

    The heads of the U.S. Education and Justice departments acknowledged the struggle to meet Brown v. Board's promise at an anniversary event.

    By • May 16, 2024
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    Iowa law requires personalized teaching plans to boost K-6 literacy

    The new legislation follows a literacy priority outlined by Gov. Kim Reynolds in her Condition of the State address in January.

    By • May 15, 2024
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    Study finds uncertainty with long-term benefits of preschool

    While the short-term effectiveness of pre-K is well-documented, more research is needed about successful outcomes in school and beyond, researchers say.

    By • May 15, 2024
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    Summer programming cuts expected despite need for expansion

    Summer programs already offer less academic instruction than recommended, and the end of COVID-19 aid could impact that further.

    By • May 15, 2024
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    Retrieved from Collier County Public Schools.
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    Book removals land OCR complaints for Florida, Georgia districts

    The complaints allege hostile environments for LGBTQ+ and students of color were created by discriminatory board member behavior.

    By • May 14, 2024
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    DOE recognizes 13 school districts for efficiency, healthy school efforts

    There is also a nationwide drive to boost indoor air quality and health in schools, backed by experts and data pointing to improved student performance.

    By Joe Burns • May 13, 2024
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    How a CISA proposal could impact K-12 cyber incident reporting

    Nonprofit K12 Security Information Exchange has backed the requirement for schools to disclose cyber incidents as generally “appropriate.”

    By • May 13, 2024
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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From anticipated trends in after-school programming to federal investments in FAFSA outreach efforts, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • May 10, 2024
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    West Virginia declares state of emergency amid FAFSA rollout challenges

    Completion rates for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid have declined nearly 40% in the state.

    By • May 9, 2024
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    Retrieved from U.S. House of Representatives House Committee on Education & the Workforce.
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    GOP lawmakers call for staff, teacher firings in antisemitic incidents

    School leaders detailed the steps they’re taking in response to Republicans’ claims that they aren’t doing enough to confront faith-based hate.

    By • May 9, 2024
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    How schools can vet AI tools to protect student data

    Guidance released by the Future of Privacy Forum clarifies best practices for districts looking to implement the emerging technology.

    By • May 9, 2024
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    When are students ready for Algebra I?

    NWEA recommends schools use assessment outcomes data and guidance for staff to help determine benchmarks for course readiness.

    By • May 8, 2024
  • Education Secretary Miguel Cardona sits in a House hearing and speaks into a microphone
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    Cardona pushes for more OCR funding given increased caseload

    The Education Department is seeking a 16% increase in funding to allow the Office for Civil Rights to add more staff and more quickly resolve complaints.

    By • May 8, 2024