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Parents in Boulder, Colorado, organized to revise school district policies on autism therapy delivery during the school day. Their advocacy resulted in updated rules that integrate therapy services more directly into educational settings. The changes addressed access and scheduling for students with autism. Key Points Parents advocated for policy revisions on autism therapy in Boulder

The article reviews evidence from Tennessee’s 2011 policy tightening teacher tenure requirements. Research indicates these changes improved teacher performance and produced sustained gains in student achievement. Effects were observed in both math and reading scores over multiple years. Key Points Tennessee raised tenure standards in 2011, requiring higher performance evaluations. Studies link the reform to

The article presents five questions intended to assist district leaders in K-12 education with improving their decision-making processes. It focuses on general leadership strategies within school districts. Key Points Outlines five specific questions for district-level decisions Targets educational leadership and administrative practices Published as guidance for K-12 district professionals Implications for Educational Freedom District decision

Reports suggest that enforcement of cellphone bans in K-12 schools may be decreasing as the school year progresses. This trend points to potential difficulties in sustaining consistent device policies across districts. Administrators note varying compliance levels among students and staff. Key Points Cellphone ban enforcement appears to be waning over the school year. Schools face

Parents of students with disabilities using private school vouchers often lose access to mandated special education services available in public schools. The article examines cases where families encounter inadequate support in private settings despite voucher funding. This highlights trade-offs in school choice programs for this population. Key Points Vouchers enable public funding for private school

Fights and weapons confiscations have decreased in Philadelphia schools. The district’s safety chief is working to sustain these reductions through continued efforts. Key Points Fights and weapons confiscations are down in Philly schools. The safety chief aims to continue the downward trend. School safety improvements are a current policy focus in the district. Implications for

Colorado has launched a new state program to provide homebuying assistance to educators. The initiative offers financial support for teachers purchasing homes. It is administered as a state-level benefit for K-12 school staff. Key Points New state program assists Colorado educators with home purchases Targeted at teachers and school personnel in K-12 settings Provides financial

Superintendent turnover among the 500 largest U.S. school districts has returned to pre-pandemic levels. The trend reflects stabilization following elevated rates during the COVID-19 period. Data is drawn from recent analysis of district leadership changes. Key Points Turnover rates in the 500 largest districts match pre-2020 figures. Pandemic years showed higher superintendent departures linked to

Preliminary New Jersey state test results indicate that students in grades 3-9 are struggling with proficiency in math and reading. The data reflects assessments from the most recent testing period across public schools. These outcomes highlight ongoing academic performance trends in core subjects. Key Points Students in grades 3-9 demonstrate below-expected proficiency in math and

New York has taken the next step in overhauling high school graduation requirements, including modifications to Regents exams. The process enters a transitional phase with multiple implementation questions still unresolved. Stakeholders continue to await further details on the changes. Key Points NY state advances overhaul of graduation requirements and Regents exams Process described as a