Public Education
Marylandâs largest district mulls fewer staffing roles to address budget deficitMore than 400 positions across Marylandâs Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) could disappear under a proposal the stateâs Board of Education will consider June 4. âThe proposed cuts… Read More
Public Education
Connecticut district wrestles with covering multimillion-dollar shortfall even with state, local supportHartford Public Schools in Connecticut is scrambling to address a projected $89 million budget deficit over the next two fiscal years, according to the local Fox affiliate. Read More
Homeschools
Homeschool advocates lament Connecticutâs new law as âtargeted interferenceâ against parentsHomeschoolers nationwide are denouncing a bill signed by Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont on Tuesday, which requires background checks for all families intending to homeschool in the state. “This is… Read More
Homeschools
Nevada homeschool girls’ chess team wins third consecutive state titleA tiny but mighty homeschool team has made history in the Nevada State Girls Scholastic Chess Team Championship by winning its third consecutive title this May. âThis historic championship is a celebration not only of another… Read More
Public Education
North Carolina families adjust to school closures due to falling enrollment, budget woesFamilies across North Carolina are adjusting to a new normal â multiple school closures as districts change course based on rising expenses, falling enrollment and slower birth rates. Almost 60 schools… Read More