Policy & Legal: Page 73

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    6 ways schools can help foster students succeed

    One in four children in foster care show signs of post-traumatic stress disorder, and frequent moves and school changes can further impair achievement.

    By Elena Ferrarin • Oct. 31, 2022
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    Efforts underway to improve newcomer student services, Ed Department says

    A coalition had written to the department requesting more help with curricula, professional development and data to serve this population.

    By • Oct. 31, 2022
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    More LGBTQ school board candidates on the ballot in 2022

    The number of candidates running for school board who identify as part of the LGBTQ community has nearly doubled after a spread in anti-LGBTQ laws.

    By • Oct. 28, 2022
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    GAO: Ed Department has more work ahead in addressing teacher shortages

    While the department has laid out five strategies to take on the issue, it still needs to clearly communicate time frames and performance measures.

    By • Oct. 28, 2022
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    Education censorship bills could dissuade K-12 teachers from joining the profession, report says

    Legislation banning discussion of topics like race can affect colleges, but can also influence K-12 classrooms and who wants to become an educator.

    By • Oct. 27, 2022
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    Lawmakers call USDA policy on alternative milk in schools an example of ‘dietary racism’

    Over two dozen members of Congress wrote that requiring a doctor’s note to receive lactose-free milk puts an “unfair burden” on minority students.

    By • Oct. 26, 2022
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    GAO to feds: More coordination needed to strengthen K-12 cyber defense

    The government watchdog said the Ed Department and CISA have “little to no interaction” with other agencies and the K-12 community on cybersecurity.

    By • Oct. 25, 2022
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    Dress code policies can make schools less equitable and safe

    Girls in particular may feel less safe at school due to dress code policies, according to a Government Accountability Office report.

    By • Oct. 25, 2022
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    Measuring student poverty is getting more complicated

    How will districts gauge eligibility for programs serving low-income children if more schools use the Community Eligibility Provision?

    By • Oct. 24, 2022
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    Florida state board approves strict implementation of anti-LGBTQ laws

    The Florida State Board of Education unanimously agreed to approve new rules to carry out the “Don’t Say Gay” law, including a provision to fire teachers.

    By • Oct. 21, 2022
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    E-rate survey points to early signs of the homework gap closing

    In 2022, 78% of schools and libraries said home internet access is a problem, down from 86% the year prior, a survey by Funds For Learning found.

    By • Oct. 21, 2022
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    BY THE NUMBERS

    By The Numbers: Analysis breaks down suspension rates over the decades

    A Learning Policy Institute report shows the suspension rate in 2017–18 exceeded suspension rates recorded in the 1970s and early 1980s.

    By • Oct. 20, 2022
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    To address teacher shortage, Missouri commission hones in on teacher pay

    Upping teacher salary minimums and creating a fund for more competitive wages should be a statewide effort, a teacher retention and recruitment report suggests. 

    By • Oct. 20, 2022
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    About half of parents still support school police, armed security

    The Pew survey also found that about half of parents support arming teachers or administrators to varying degrees.

    By • Oct. 20, 2022
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    Staffed Up: How student behavior drove this former Georgia teacher away from the classroom

    Monique Clay, a former special education teacher in Statesboro, Georgia, said it’s vital K-12 leaders improve disciplinary practices to keep and recruit teachers. 

    By • Oct. 19, 2022
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    ‘Enough is enough,’ says athletic leader of bad behavior at games

    Harassment aimed at game officials is leading to a shortage of referees, new attendance protocols and the canceling or rescheduling of games.

    By • Oct. 19, 2022
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    Staffed Up: A longtime NYC teacher explains what’s needed to retain educators

    Elana Rabinowitz has taught ESL in New York City Public Schools for over 20 years, but almost left during COVID-19. She shares why she ultimately stayed.

    By • Oct. 18, 2022
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    LGBTQ+ students report less access to positive curricular resources or supportive staff

    GLSEN’s latest national school climate survey for LGBTQ+ students comes amid a rising tide of anti-LGBTQ laws and book bans. 

    By • Oct. 18, 2022
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    Survey: Majority of school board members will not run for reelection

    A report by School Board Partners also finds just 30% of current school board members are people of color, compared to 54% of public school students.

    By • Oct. 18, 2022
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    These 7 pandemic-era lessons can inform school emergency planning

    From creating response teams to ensuring continuity of learning, there are a number of steps districts can take to prepare for hurricanes, wildfires and more.

    By Elena Ferrarin • Oct. 18, 2022
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    14% of schools that received federal charter funds closed or never opened

    A Government Accountability Office report also found states awarded about $152 million, or 8%, of these grants to charters that closed or never opened.

    By • Oct. 13, 2022
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    COVID-19 relief spending is influencing traditional K-12 workforce practices

    Separate reports from FutureEd and The Education Trust highlight innovative spending approaches for training, recruiting and retaining educators.

    By • Oct. 13, 2022
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    Omicron boosters from Pfizer, Moderna cleared by FDA for younger children

    Pfizer's reformulated vaccine is now authorized for use in children at least 5 years of age, while Moderna's will be available for kids as young as 6.

    By Ned Pagliarulo • Oct. 13, 2022
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    SCOTUS case could change special ed dispute resolution, settlement processes

    The outcome of Perez v. Sturgis Public Schools may also complicate an expected increase in special ed litigation post-pandemic, one expert said.

    By • Oct. 12, 2022
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    Panel calls for children 8 and older to be screened for anxiety

    The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendation follows ongoing research confirming COVID-19’s negative impact on student mental health.

    By • Oct. 12, 2022