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LAUSD to Limit Screen Time for All Students, Prohibit Use Among Youngest Students
The resolution, approved unanimously Tuesday, requires that a screen time policy proposal be presented for board approval by June.
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Tennessee Republicans vote to take over Memphis-Shelby County schools
Tennessee Republicans signed off on legislation that will allow a politically appointed oversight board to take control of Memphis schools.
Federal School Choice Tax Credit Public School Funding
Critics warn the new federal tax credit could pull students from public schools. But enrollment losses do not automatically translate into smaller budgets.
Certain Felony Convictions Would Prohibit Candidates from Running for School Board under Colorado Bill
The legislation would prohibit those convicted of murder, aggravated robbery, felony drug offenses, and other crimes from seeking school board seats for a certain period of time.
Five Key Takeaways from Memphis State Schools Takeover Bill
Legislation advanced by Tennessee Republicans would create an oversight board to control key MSCS budget and staffing decisions for at least the next four years.
Denver School Board Policy Protect Students from Immigration Enforcement
The policy says Denver Public Schools students should not be questioned or detained by immigration enforcement agents without a judicial warrant, in addition to other protections.
School Closure Vote Canceled by Philly Board of Education
The Philadelphia school board will not vote on proposed school closures on April 23 as previously planned. The board reversed course after harsh criticism from members of the City Council.
State-Funded Home-School Enrichment IS Exploding in Colorado. Lawmakers Want to Reign in the Group Fueling Its Growth.
The powerful Joint Budget Committee unanimously agreed to draft a bill that would curtail the power of Education reEnvisioned BOCES, which has authorized state-funded home-school enrichment programs that offer sports camps, martial arts lessons, and skiing.
School Board Picks Karime Asaf as Chief Education Officer
As chief education officer, Asaf will be responsible for overseeing the district’s academic vision for schools.