Opinion, Public Education
Jill Biden advances leftist political agenda while ignoring the concerns of parents in speech to teachers’ unionWhen first lady Jill Biden spoke to the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) 2022 Convention in Boston last week, her remarks were notable more for political signaling than for substantive… Read More
Government
Florida’s private school enrollment eclipses 400,000 students(reimaginED) – Florida’s private school enrollment bounced back from the pandemic stronger and healthier than ever according to the Florida Department of Education’s latest annual report on private schools. Read More
Culture
California spent nearly $500 million on diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives with clear CRT agenda in the last three yearsCalifornia spent half a billion dollars on “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI) initiatives since the 2020 fiscal year, according to a new report, even as the Golden State suffered… Read More
Public Education
Education doesn’t appear a priority for the nation’s largest teacher union(The Sentinel) – Last year the top priority of the National Education Association — the nation’s largest teacher’s union — appeared to be implementing the ideas behind the controversial… Read More
Government
New Hampshire faces new lawsuit over school funding(The Center Square) – A group of New Hampshire taxpayers is suing the state over its school funding formula, claiming it has created inequities by forcing some communities to increase local… Read More
Courts
Judge blocks federal transgender sports, bathroom guidance in Tennessee, 19 other states(The Center Square) — A federal judge in Tennessee ruled in favor of Tennessee and 19 other states in their effort to block federal guidelines on transgender… Read More
Public Education
Student achievement rebounding post-pandemic, more intervention needed(The Center Square) – Learning levels are stabilizing or recovering for many Indiana students in the wake of COVID-19 disruptions, according to a recent study commissioned by the Department of… Read More
Government
Education savings account bills dead as Louisiana lawmakers decide not to reconvene for veto session(The Center Square) — Louisiana legislative leaders have officially called off a veto override session for 2022, leaving in place the governor’s rejection of proposals to boost school choice, improve… Read More
Culture, Homeschools
Homeschool workshop to answer parents’ questions, equip them with tools and confidenceMidwest Parent Educators As more families choose homeschooling over public school, a Kansas City-area workshop can help them consider their options and explore local… Read More
Public Education
Critics blast Biden plan for 250,000 tutors to correct learning losses that he and supporters helped causePresident Biden has promised to fix learning losses from the COVID-19 pandemic, though critics argue his administration created the gap to begin with. Pandemic learning losses prompted the… Read More
Government
Early education, child care bill headed to Massachusetts House(The Center Square) – Expanding and making more affordable early childhood education and child care are the focus of a bill heading to the House of Representatives, Senate leadership said. Read More
Public Education
New Hampshire solicits school security grants(The Center Square) – New Hampshire education officials are planning to give out millions of dollars to schools to help them harden their buildings and train educators to respond to intruders… Read More
Government
Florida innovation academy’s specialized training will prepare students regardless of post-high school path(reimaginED) – As leaders across the nation have suggested college isn’t the only path to success, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been pointing to high school certification programs as the… Read More
Courts, Government
What powers do lawmakers have, and how much do the courts have, in school funding? North Carolina to decide(The Center Square) — North Carolina lawmakers have some questions for the state Supreme Court to ponder in the decades-long Leandro school funding lawsuit. In an opening brief filed by… Read More
Courts, Government
Judge blocks West Virginia school choice program, state to appeal(The Center Square) – A circuit court judge is blocking West Virginia from implementing a school choice program intended to provide more options for parents and students, but Attorney General… Read More
Culture
One teen’s journey to and from a transgender identity shows the dangerous role of public education and social media in gender dysphoria(The Gospel Coalition) – Eva was in a church luncheon when she got an email from her 12-year-old daughter Grace. (Their names have been changed.) “Mom and Dad, I need… Read More
Public Education
DeSantis admin fires back after Newsom ad inviting Floridians to move to California over education, other issues(The Center Square) – California Gov. Gavin Newsom launched an advertisement on Independence Day telling Florida residents their freedoms were under attack in the Sunshine State and encouraging them to… Read More
Culture
North Carolina lawmakers avoided parents’ rights bill during short budget adjustment session, approve teacher pay and school safety(The Center Square) – North Carolina lawmakers concluded a short budget adjustment session that boosted spending on teacher pay, school safety, infrastructure, and election integrity, but left more controversial issues… Read More
Public Education
Georgia commission will examine state’s civics education, make recommendations for improvements(The Center Square) – A Georgia commission will explore ways to promote civic engagement and improve the state’s K-12 curriculum on public service. Senate Bill 220, known… Read More
Public Education
Michigan’s $77B budget lacks tax relief but bails out pensions, offers record funding for schools(The Center Square) – The GOP-led Michigan Legislature approved a $77 billion budget for fiscal year 2023, striking a deal with Gov. Gretchen Whitmer that left $7 billion of… Read More