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Longer School Years Don’t Deliver More Instructional Time
Reports show that some K-12 districts have lengthened the academic calendar in recent years. However, the actual number of days students spend in class has remained flat due to added non-instructional days.…
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Seeking Common Sense in Education Discourse
The article examines ongoing challenges in finding common ground within K-12 education debates. It highlights efforts to improve dialogue among stakeholders on policy issues. Authors propose strategies for more constructive conversations in…
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Survey: 1 in 4 Teachers Use Devices for Elementary Core Lessons
A recent survey found that one in four elementary school teachers report students using devices for main lessons. The data reflects current patterns of technology integration in K-12 classrooms. The article examines…
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K-12 Schools Address Rising Grade Inflation
Educators and districts are implementing new policies to reduce grade inflation in K-12 classrooms, where high marks often do not reflect actual student mastery. Efforts include revised grading rubrics, teacher training, and…
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Meloni Advances New Rules for Foreign Students in Italian Schools
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has proposed new regulations for foreign students attending Italian public schools. The measures focus on language proficiency requirements and integration standards. These changes are part of ongoing…
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VA School Board Reverses LGBTQ+ Club Policy After Settlement
A Virginia school board settled with parents and reversed its policy blocking an LGBTQ+ student club. The agreement permits the club to operate at the school following legal challenges. The case centered…
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Progressive Groups Warn of Midterm Funding Shortfalls
Progressive groups have issued warnings regarding potential funding shortfalls following the midterm elections. The alerts focus on budgetary impacts for public programs including education. Concerns center on resource allocation amid shifting political…
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Special Education Access Depends on Parental Advocacy
The opinion article examines how parents’ knowledge, resources, and persistence significantly influence access to special education services in K-12 public schools. It notes disparities in outcomes for students with disabilities based on…
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Minneapolis May Close Up to 16 Schools Over Enrollment Drop
Minneapolis Public Schools is considering closing as many as 16 schools due to declining enrollment. The district faces challenges from lower student numbers affecting operations and funding. Officials are evaluating options to…
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Alaska Town Prioritizes Child Care with $1 Million Grant
A small Alaska town received a $1 million grant and directed the funds primarily toward child care services. Local leaders identified child care as the community’s most pressing need to support families.…
