Culture
Levi’s brand president forced out over questioning school closuresJennifer Sey, a longtime executive at Levi Strauss & Co., says she has been forced out of the company because of her views on COVID-19 school closures. To… Read More
Legislation
Florida Senate approves bill that would expand unique abilities scholarships, clarify dual enrollment rulesStudents who were not able to receive funding this year from the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities could get some relief if the Florida Legislature approves… Read More
Legislation
Utah governor promises to veto school choice bill despite public supportDespite growing calls for school choice across the nation, the Republican governor of Utah has promised to veto a school voucher bill, notably… Read More
Christian Schools, Homeschools, Legislation
Florida senate bill could shut door to college credit for private school and homeschool studentsLast year, private school families celebrated legislation that created a $15.5 million state fund to cover the costs of private school students who participated in dual enrollment programs that allowed… Read More
Legislation
Report: School-choice demand shows why Pennsylvania lawmakers should expand programs(The Center Square) — A new report is highlighting the record-high demand for Pennsylvania’s school-choice programs as evidence lawmakers in Harrisburg should consider better ways of expanding access for families. Read More
Legislation
Senate bill would establish school choice program in Alabama(Brent Addleman | The Center Square) – A bill circulating the Alabama Senate would establish a school choice program in the state. Senate Bill 140, sponsored by… Read More
Legislation, Public Education
Senate Republicans announce ‘Parents’ Bill of Rights’ in Minnesota(Scott McClallen | The Center Square) – Four Senate Republicans announced bills they called the “Parent’s Bill of Rights.” In a morning press conference, Sens. Justin… Read More
Legislation, Public Education
Privately-funded education program transformed its Florida community, inspires others(Lisa Buie | reimaginED) – A public school district in the Hoosier State that is seeking to expand education opportunities to its youngest learners has drawn inspiration from a privately… Read More
Culture, Legislation
State superintendent, state rep dismiss parents’ concerns in Wisconsin schools(Benjamin Yount | The Center Square) – Wisconsin’s state superintendent of schools and at least one Democratic state representative are dismissing the parents who turned out at the Capitol on Thursday… Read More
Legislation, Public Education
Critics say Twitter suspension is latest attempt by teachers union to silence conservative voicesA conservative education news and policy group was hit with a Twitter suspension last week after a teachers union board member reported the account. Critics say it’s one… Read More
Culture, Public Education
Virginia Senate passes bill allowing parents to opt children out of sexually explicit school material(Tyler Arnold | The Center Square) – The Virginia Senate narrowly passed legislation that requires schools to notify parents of sexually explicit material in the coursework and allow parents to… Read More
Legislation
Hopeful idea from Washington: Give students options when schools close(Jonathan Butcher | reimaginED) – U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) is not shy when talking about the grades he earned in high school. He does not hide the fact that… Read More
Legislation
A primer on education choice options available to Florida families(Patrick R. Gibbons | reimaginED) – You don’t have to go far back in time to see how much educational choice has exploded in popularity. Forty years ago, Florida parents… Read More
Christian Schools, Legislation, Public Education
A lot of public school employees like private school choice(reimaginED) – Many public school districts oppose private school choice, but in Florida, one of the most choice-rich states in America, many of their employees embrace it. This school year,… Read More
Christian Schools, Legislation
Lutheran schools around the nation celebrate successMore than 1,800 schools across the country celebrated National Lutheran Schools Week in January, marking and celebrating God’s work in Lutheran church-affiliated schools. Lutheran schools meet… Read More
Public Education
Op-Ed: Time for greater accountability in education(John Hendrickson & Heather Curry | The Center Square) – Parents across Iowa are demanding greater accountability from public schools. The COVID-19 pandemic, along with current social and political movements, has… Read More
Christian Schools, Legislation
Op-Ed: Private schools are poised to help with teacher shortageFrom teacher shortages to tense school board meetings, Iowa education faces challenges that could become crises if we do not take action quickly. A model for responding to these challenges… Read More
Christian Schools, Legislation
KC metro participants in school choice rally share why school choice mattersSchool choice helps Christian education. That’s the message of three Kansas City metro Christian schools who rallied at the Missouri state capitol last week. Staff and… Read More
Homeschools, Legislation
Iowa Republicans propose scholarship program for students in private, public, or homeschool(Mary Stroka | The Center Square) – Several Iowa Republicans proposed Tuesday a new scholarship program beginning in July 2023 for students in competent private instruction (homeschooling), private, and public schools. Read More
Legislation
Illinois charter school officials push for longer contracts(Kevin Bessler | The Center Square) – Charter school officials are not happy with the current contract renewal process for the public school option. Several Illinois charter schools received contract… Read More