Policy & Regulation: Page 42
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Schools' grad rates might be hiding negative effects of student mobility
Improving data systems along with efforts to reduce mobility could make schools more accountable for all students.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 18, 2017 -
Suburban, private school grade inflation harmful to urban students
The College Board research shows students in private and suburban public high schools have seen GPAs rise compared to their less-affluent urban public school peers despite falling SAT scores.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 18, 2017 -
Are pre-K 'cram courses' an adequate substitute for full programs?
In lieu of full programming, some students undergo month-long summer programs that teach them how to respond in a classroom setting and introduce them to rudimentary language and math skills.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 17, 2017 -
North Carolina's success provides school broadband access roadmap
The state's process and lessons learned are detailed in digiLEARN's new “Strategic Policy Playbook: Driving Innovation In Education for All Students” report.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 16, 2017 -
New survey finds 12% decline in charter support
Education Next's 11th annual poll also finds falling support of merit pay and a steadfast opposition to mandatory union fees.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 16, 2017 -
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Deep DiveDistricts communicate new lunch debt collection plans, take efforts to end 'shaming'
Some districts erase reduced-price category or take school-wide free lunch option to make sure students eat.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 15, 2017 -
Trimming personnel costs without cutting instruction a challenge for many districts
As school districts face increasingly tight fiscal restraints, administrators are facing the challenge of trimming the fat without slicing the bone.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 15, 2017 -
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Deepening teacher shortages highlighted in California state superintendent race
Finding high-quality teachers to fill classroom slots is becoming a greater challenge everywhere.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 15, 2017 -
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Districts target opioid abuse with curriculum and community outreach
President Trump declared the opioid crisis a national emergency last week, but some school districts are already exploring ways to fight the problem.
By Amelia Harper • Aug. 14, 2017 -
New CBE toolkit shares 10 districts' best practices
The new resource from Digital Promise and Education Elements breaks down scalable implementation strategies into six easy-to-digest categories.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 11, 2017 -
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Deep DiveAsbury Park district makes gains with administrative push
Superintendent Lamont Repollet is touting improvements over the previous few years in literacy rates and applying a greater focus to experiential learning.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 11, 2017 -
E-Rate Trends report highlights significant benefits for schools, libraries
The study shows 79% of beneficiaries under the FCC program reporting faster internet as a result.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 11, 2017 -
Minnesota issues best practice guide for serving transgender students in public schools
The toolkit highlights issues such as bathroom use, clothing and preferred names and pronouns.
By Linda Jacobson • Aug. 10, 2017 -
Critics remain concerned about accountability under ESSA
With fewer top-down mandates, ed reform advocates are concerned states and districts simply "go through the motions" on accountability.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 9, 2017 -
California districts increasingly embracing free college entrance exams
The number of districts and charter organizations in the state offering the SAT and ACT to students free of charge has risen significantly in recent years.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 8, 2017 -
Federal commission considers need to stress student privacy in data collection
The Commission on Evidence-Based Policymaking is considering possible amendments to regulations around data collection.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 8, 2017 -
Report suggests DC teacher evals boost performance
The district's public school teacher evaluation system is showing positive outcomes for teacher proficiency and student achievement.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 7, 2017 -
How far will testing leeway extend under ESSA?
While the new law offers some latitude in terms of the amount of testing, initial feedback has raised uncertainty as to how heavy the regulatory hand from the federal government will be.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 4, 2017 -
FTC clarifies school responsibilities under COPPA
The agency says that while schools are required to notify parents of students under 13 when commercial businesses or service providers access student information, schools can offer consent in lieu of parents.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 4, 2017 -
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Massachusetts tops in new ranking of state education systems
But the new report from WalletHub shows there isn't always a direct correlation between spending and school quality.
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 3, 2017 -
New law lets Floridians challenge textbooks for 'objectionable material'
Any individual in the state, not just parents, can now challenge a school district about a textbook or other instructional material if they deem it "objectionable."
By Pat Donachie • Aug. 1, 2017 -
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Navigating state testing transitions — learning from Indiana's experience
Dr. Charity Flores of Indiana's Department of Education explains how the state has adapted its assessments framework.
By Dr. Charity Flores • July 31, 2017 -
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These 4 assessment trends should remain top-of-mind
The implementation of the ESSA notwithstanding, educators must still contend with opt-out movements, digital issues, and the need for better models.
By Roger Riddell • July 31, 2017 -
Florida law promoting choice raises critics' ire amid DeVos praise
The education secretary has touted the state's choice-friendly education system, but critics are worried new legislation signed by Gov. Rick Scott could cause financial harm to district schools.
By Pat Donachie • July 31, 2017 -
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Deep DiveBalanced assessments critical under ESSA's testing flexibility
ESSA offers states more flexibility in their assessment options, but it's important for educators to remember that the right "balance" of testing is still key.
By Pat Donachie • July 31, 2017
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