Public Education
Colorado parents decry board member’s description of school safety as a ‘privilege’Several parents in a Colorado district have taken issue with a board member’s description of school safety as a “privilege” that cannot be guaranteed. The criticism comes after a September… Read More
Public Education
Pennsylvania schools scramble to cut costs as legislative impasse withholds $4 billion in state fundingPublic-school districts across Pennsylvania are dipping into financial reserves to meet expenses after the state failed to pass a budget July 1 for the coming fiscal year. “Each passing… Read More
Public Education
St. Louis Public Schools fires superintendent after ‘intense’ discussions with school boardThe troubled St. Louis Public Schools district remained tight-lipped about the reasons it has fired its latest superintendent, Dr. Millicent Borishade, during an Oct. 20 press meeting. “Not one specific… Read More
Public Education
‘We must accelerate our efforts:’ 5 San Antonio districts race to implement turnaround plans to avoid state takeoversFive San Antonio districts are in danger of state takeovers if they continue to earn “D” or “F” ratings for their performance in teaching students, the Texas Education Agency (TEA)… Read More
Public Education
Oklahoma district investigates allegations of staffers serving alcohol to minors at weekend party, reported hospitalizationLocal and state officials in Oklahoma are investigating allegations of “potential misconduct” by Elgin Public Schools staffers reportedly serving alcohol to minors, resulting in a hospitalization. “Elgin PS has been… Read More