As States Resist Federal Gender Rules, Schools Are Caught in the Middle
Biden administration's new civil rights regulations require transgender accommodations in schools under Title IX, sparking conflicts in Republican-led states. [ more ]
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UK primary school jumps to defend 'well-regarded' trans teacher after complaints
The primary school in Southampton defended a transgender supply teacher after parental complaints, emphasizing tolerance and respect for all staff members. [ more ]
Biden administration expands protections for LGBTQ+ students
The Biden administration expanded protections for LGBTQ+ students under Title IX, reflecting a federal push to combat sex discrimination in schools. [ more ]
Experts divided over implications of prayer ban ruling at London school
The ruling on a prayer ban at a London school may lead to more schools banning organized prayers, sparking debates on religious freedom and inclusivity. [ more ]
Biden unveils new plan to relieve student debt, aiming to assist millions of borrowers.
The plan targets reducing payments for 25 million borrowers, eliminating debt for over four million, and providing relief of $5,000 or more to 10 million borrowers. [ more ]
Florida school requires parental consent for pupils to listen to Black author's book
Florida school faces backlash for requiring written consent for students to engage with a Black author's book.
Schools in Florida are implementing permission slips to comply with state laws restricting discussions on race, gender, and sexual orientation. [ more ]
From arming teachers to corporate tax breaks: Tennessee's new, extreme laws
Tennessee's legislature faced a strong conservative pushback against government-funded vouchers for private schools, revealing opposition from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers. [ more ]
Suburban schools becoming less white, more Latino 70 years after Brown decision
The resegregation of America's public schools in suburbs has increased significantly over the past three decades, with Black and Latino families facing patterns of racial and economic segregation. [ more ]
Biden forgives more than $6 billion in loans for 317,000 Art Institutes students
President Biden announced $6.1 billion student loan forgiveness for 317,000 borrowers from The Art Institutes due to false data and misleading practices. [ more ]
When policy fails, bribe voters with student loan forgiveness - it's the Biden way!
Student loan forgiveness plan announced by President Biden includes wiping out interest debt, automatic debt cancellation for eligible individuals, and potential beneficiaries totaling around 30 million.
The student loan forgiveness plan is seen as a strategy to gain support from younger voters and follows previous giveaways totaling $146 billion. [ more ]
Teachers could get protection against blasphemy claims under new laws
Teachers may receive protection from blasphemy claims through government proposals, aiming to safeguard freedom of expression and prevent unnecessary suspensions. [ more ]
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Schools should bond communities: faith schools divide them. Why are ministers making that worse? | Simon Jenkins
Ending the faith-based school admissions cap proposed to encourage the creation of exclusive faith schools, despite opposition and concerns about promoting religious discrimination. [ more ]
The botched FAFSA rollout leaves students in limbo. Some wonder if their college dreams will survive.
The delayed FAFSA application process is causing significant stress for high school seniors, hindering college enrollment decisions and financial planning. [ more ]
More public colleges admit high schoolers even before they've applied
Public universities are adopting direct admission programs to automatically admit high school students based on academic criteria, aiming to increase diversity and ease the college application process. [ more ]
Maryland's governor just signed a law to protect the freedom to read
Maryland's 'Freedom to Read Act' protects LGBTQ+ books in schools, preventing exclusion based on creators' identity and ensuring availability during review process. [ more ]
40% fewer high school students completed FAFSA by March 29 in 2023 compared to 2022 due to the new form's disastrous rollout.
FAFSA submissions are down 27% year-over-year, highlighting significant errors in the new form that can't be corrected until mid-April processing. [ more ]
More than half of UK undergraduates say they use AI to help with essays
More than half of undergraduates use AI to help with their essays, with 1 in 4 using it to suggest topics and 1 in 8 using it to create content.
Teachers are also using AI to generate lesson plans and teaching materials, and one in three students using AI are unaware of its potential inaccuracies. [ more ]
Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Educational Gag Order Into Law
The comprehensive anti-diversity bill in Alabama bans transgender individuals from using bathrooms matching their gender identity on college campuses.
Senate Bill 129 in Alabama restricts DEI programs and events on college campuses, contributing to an environment where transgender individuals feel excluded and at risk. [ more ]
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public Schools
The extreme right wing in the US is pushing to abolish the Department of Education, aligning with figures like Betsy DeVos and Jeff Yass.
Billionaires like DeVos and grassroots groups are working together to promote the 'education freedom' movement through demonizing and defunding public schools. [ more ]
Free college can spread in states without federal legislation
Michigan is becoming a leader in providing free college opportunities through programs like Michigan Reconnect and Futures for Frontliners.
Governor Whitmer's gradual approach to implementing free college offers valuable lessons for other states looking to increase college accessibility. [ more ]
Ministers push ban on mobile phones in school even on breaks
Schools in England are advised to ban mobile phones for students, even during breaks.
Government guidance emphasizes the importance of prohibiting mobile phone use throughout the school day to improve behavior and mental health. [ more ]
Jewish teachers angry at 'one-sided' talks in NYC school where students chanted 'destroy Israel!'
New approach to address anti-semitism in schools by implementing consequences for students and providing training for educators.
Controversy at High School for Community Leadership in Jamaica Hills with one-sided lecture series about the Middle East war stirring outrage and concerns about indoctrination. [ more ]
New York City's method of running its schools, with the mayor in control, is facing potential changes that could weaken the mayor's power.
The debate over mayoral control of schools in New York City is being fueled by concerns over past school closures, education cuts, and calls for more checks on the mayor. [ more ]
Eric Adams wants to keep mayoral control over NYC schools. Educators want changes.
Most educators, parents, and community members want to see New York City's mayoral control system revised or overturned.
Defenders of the current system argue that centralizing decision-making allows for a more effective and accountable system than a fractured school board approach. [ more ]