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Law & Courts Report Finds Louisiana Charter Schools Lack Supervision
This report points out flaws with the academic and financial oversight of Louisiana's charter school system and calls for a moratorium on new charters.
Arianna Prothero, May 13, 2015
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Teacher Aberdeen Rodriguez in her classroom at Green Central Park School in Minneapolis. Ms. Rodriguez, who has a "limited license" that expires this summer, is one of the plaintiffs in a lawsuit alleging that Minnesota makes it difficult for out-of-state teachers to obtain full licensure in the state.
Teacher Aberdeen Rodriguez in her classroom at Green Central Park School in Minneapolis. Ms. Rodriguez, who has a "limited license" that expires this summer, is one of the plaintiffs in a lawsuit alleging that Minnesota makes it difficult for out-of-state teachers to obtain full licensure in the state.
Bruce Kluckhohn for Education Week
Law & Courts Minn. Lawsuit Raises Questions About Teacher-Licensure Portability
A group of 10 educators claims the state erects arbitrary barriers to make it difficult for out-of-state teachers to obtain certification in the state.
Stephen Sawchuk, May 12, 2015
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6 min read
Law & Courts Same-Sex Marriage Issue Gets Full Airing at High Court
The U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments over whether states must license or recognize same-sex marriages, a case with potential ramifications for parental rights in a school context.
Mark Walsh, May 5, 2015
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4 min read
Families & the Community Poll Finds Most California Parents Know Little About Common-Core Tests
Few Californians believe their schools administer too many standardized tests, according to a new poll, which also found that knowledge about the common-core standards is weak.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 24, 2015
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2 min read
Two same-sex couples from Kentucky are among those challenging state marriage laws before the U.S. Supreme Court. Paul Campion, left rear, and Randy Johnson, with children, from left, Tevin Johnson-Campion, DeSean Johnson-Campion, Mackenzie Johnson-Campion, and Tyler Johnson-Campion.
Two same-sex couples from Kentucky are among those challenging state marriage laws before the U.S. Supreme Court. Paul Campion, left rear, and Randy Johnson, with children, from left, Tevin Johnson-Campion, DeSean Johnson-Campion, Mackenzie Johnson-Campion, and Tyler Johnson-Campion.
Law & Courts Parent, School Issues at Stake in Same-Sex Marriage Fight
Gay couples are making their case to the U.S. Supreme Court over states' refusal to license or recognize such unions, a conflict with an array of implications for schools.
Mark Walsh, April 21, 2015
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7 min read
States Pa. Court Dismisses Districts' Challenge to State School Funding System
The six districts and other plaintiffs claimed in the suit that the state had given students academic standards to meet, but not the resources to do so.
Andrew Ujifusa, April 21, 2015
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2 min read
Families & the Community Mississippi Third State to Give Parents of Special Needs Students Scholarships
The parents of 500 Mississippi special needs students will receive $6,500 to pay for their children's education, including therapy, tutors and even private school tuition.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 17, 2015
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1 min read
Families & the Community Texas Senate OKs Parent-Trigger Reboot, Tennessee Bill Stalls
While Tennessee's parent-trigger law fizzles, Texas lawmakers moved forward with a bill that could increase the number of schools eligible for sweeping changes, including charters.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 17, 2015
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Families & the Community N.J. Opt-Out Rates Low for Early Grades, Higher for Secondary Students
The New Jersey Department of Education calculated opt-out rates for state exams for the first time but the figures released this week are preliminary.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 17, 2015
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2 min read
Law & Courts How Fair Is the Proposed Overhaul to Texas School Spending?
The lead K-12 budget writer in the Texas House of Representatives wants to change how schools in the second-largest state by enrollment are funded. How does his plan look?
Andrew Ujifusa, April 14, 2015
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3 min read
Law & Courts N.J. Parents Ask State Board to Develop Opt-Out Rules
The New Jersey State Board of Education will consider parents' request to adopt test-refusal guidelines and protect students who skip state tests from being punished.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 10, 2015
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1 min read
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Adriel Arocha.
Lipan Apache Tribe of Texas
Law & Courts Religious-Freedom Laws Add to Schools' Complex Duties
Recent controversies over statutes aimed at protecting religious beliefs offer a reminder of challenges school administrators face in dealing with the sensitive issue of religious accommodation.
Mark Walsh, April 10, 2015
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6 min read
Law & Courts Nevada Bill Giving Parents Private School Tuition Help Heads to Governor
Nevada businesses will receive tax-credits for donations they make to support scholarships for students to use to help pay their private school tuition.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 10, 2015
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1 min read
Families & the Community Los Angeles Parents Mounting Trigger-Law Petition Drive to Improve School
Parents of students attending a low-performing Los Angeles elementary school hope to use California's parent-trigger law to spur academic and staffing changes.
Karla Scoon Reid, April 8, 2015
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3 min read
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