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Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news
From the Education Department’s new AI guidance to a call to curb chronic absenteeism, what did you learn from our recent stories?
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ACT to shorten exam time and make science portion optional
The changes come after the College Board cut the SAT's run time earlier this year.
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3 approaches to bring the Summer Olympics into STEM curriculum
Ways to connect the Paris Olympics to science class this summer and early fall include analyzing swim caps, breakdancing and the art of mastering an ollie.
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Over 50% of Ohio’s lowest-performing districts must change curricula for science of reading
A Fordham Institute analysis finds districts and charter schools using unaligned curricula received more state funds for new materials this year.
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California becomes first state to prohibit schools from outing LGBTQ+ students
The law was challenged in court one day after its passage and reflects a deepening political divide in how states approach LGBTQ+ policies.
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3 ways new school administrators gained confidence and had fun along the way
Two assistant principals from a Utah middle school, speaking at the National Conference on School Leadership, share how they adjusted to their new roles.
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Ed tech providers hold ‘shared responsibility’ for AI, says Education Dept
Federal guidance outlines how ed tech providers can build trust with district leaders as they integrate artificial intelligence into products and platforms.
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Message to principals: Help students focus on one positive experience a day
Speakers at the National Conference on School Leadership highlighted the need to embrace positive mindsets and lean on sources of support.
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Federal judge temporarily blocks new Title IX rule from taking effect in Texas
The new regulations, which include protections for LGBTQI+ students, have been put on pause in at least 15 states.
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26 states now require personal finance course for graduation
California is the latest to adopt a personal finance requirement with Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signing of AB 2927 in June.
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As FCC prepares for E-rate expansion vote, a lawsuit seeks to block the way
The claim filed in the 5th U.S. Circuit Court against the FCC’s modernization of E-rate is unlikely to succeed, says one ed tech legal expert.
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GOP lawmakers raise pressure on Education Department after Chevron decision
In a letter to the agency, Reps. Virginia Foxx and James Comer said they will ensure adherence to the Supreme Court’s Loper Bright decision.
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House passes resolution seeking to overturn Title IX rule
The rule protecting LGBTQ+ students faces an uncertain future with preliminary injunctions and a recent Supreme Court decision further blunting its reach.
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Private school choice enrollment exceeds 1M students for first time
Participation has doubled over the last 5 years. Still, enrollment represents just 2% of the eligible K-12 population.
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Parents to spend nearly 22% more on back-to-school shopping this year
However, lower-income parents, defined as earning less than $50,000, are cutting their budgets because of inflation, a JLL survey found.
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Oregon invests in science of reading with Early Literacy Success Initiative
The effort includes $90 million in grants awarded to more than 250 schools to adjust curriculum and support teacher training.
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House committee approves 25% cut to Title I
The Republican-led plan for FY 2025 proposes an 11% overall cut to the U.S. Department of Education.
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Oklahoma religious charter cancels fall opening, plans SCOTUS appeal
The move comes after the Oklahoma Supreme Court denied the school state funding, blocking the creation of the nation's first religious public school.
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House committee advances bill to mandate FAFSA release by Oct. 1
The proposed legislation received largely bipartisan support, but some worry the hard deadline could backfire if not part of a comprehensive plan.
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Virginia to curb student cellphone use in schools
The state joins Florida, Indiana and others in limiting devices in classrooms, citing mental health risks for students.
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Cyberattack potentially exposes student, staff data in Alabama
State education department staff were able to interrupt the cyberattack, and the extent to which data may have been compromised is under investigation.
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FAFSA completions largely stalled in June, fueling college enrollment concerns
Increased investment in financial aid support services this summer could help bridge the gap for recent high school graduates, one expert said.
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Title IX athletics rule delayed yet again
The controversial rule’s deadline is up in the air in a regulatory agenda update that also includes deadlines for Title VI, Section 504 and Medicaid rules.
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How the Chevron ruling could affect K-12 policies
The 40-year precedent’s end could herald change for regulations on Title IX, IDEA and other policies, but could also bring more stability long-term.
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‘We have liftoff’: 3 ways upcoming lunar missions can engage students
From media literacy to embracing curiosity and getting hands-on with STEM, the planned return to the moon offers several curricular opportunities.