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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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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from K-12 Dive

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

    By K-12 Dive staff
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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
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    Enrollment rates lag in federal Affordable Connectivity Program

    Only 25% of eligible households are enrolled in the program, and most already had internet, according to an EducationSuperHighway report.

    By • Oct. 12, 2022
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    How can schools measure student poverty beyond free and reduced-price meal data?

    With universal school meal policies gaining traction, a webinar hosted by AASA and FRAC explored alternatives for measuring district poverty levels.

    By • Oct. 11, 2022
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    Study: $190B in ESSER funds ‘insufficient’ to curb learning loss

    Research published in the journal Educational Researcher estimates $325 billion to $930 billion in COVID-19 relief is actually needed for schools.

    By • Oct. 11, 2022
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    School choice program upheld by West Virginia Supreme Court

    Overturning a lower court, the decision will allow parents to spend public dollars on private school tuition and other services.

    By • Oct. 7, 2022
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    Districts struggle with social media verification, reporting cyberbullying

    In a NSPRA-CoSN survey, 45% of K-12 leaders said it’s difficult to get posts they report for bullying students removed from online platforms.  

    By • Oct. 7, 2022
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    Legal ruling may signal trouble for Biden’s Title IX plan, LGBTQ guidance

    Judge rules against policies based on Bostock v. Clayton County, a case the White House used to support Education Department regulations.

    By • Oct. 7, 2022
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    Ed Dept, HHS issue joint letter reiterating special ed requirements for young children

    While acknowledging pandemic challenges, a joint letter warned that delayed evaluations and placement concerns could run afoul of IDEA.

    By • Oct. 6, 2022
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    California to require teacher exit survey as focus on retention, recruitment grows

    Beginning in 2023, the survey must be administered within 15 days of a teacher’s resignation and will ask if they plan to leave the profession altogether.

    By • Oct. 6, 2022
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    OSEP: States can’t let special educators teach under emergency licenses

    The clarity on requirements was welcomed by advocates and professionals who promote the need for qualified educators for students with disabilities.

    By • Oct. 5, 2022
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    Arizona’s expansive school choice law takes effect as petition drive fails

    Nonpartisan community organization Save Our Schools Arizona aimed to have the issue placed before voters in 2024.

    By • Oct. 4, 2022
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    As digital equity eludes 16M students, Ed Dept provides roadmap to districts

    Districts can forge community or private partnerships — or even build their own networks — according to a guide from the Office of Educational Technology.

    By • Oct. 4, 2022