Florida bans AP Psychology course over sexual orientation, gender identity curriculum concerns: College Board
The Florida Department of Education has banned AP Psychology courses throughout the state due to sexual orientation and gender identity curriculum concerns, the College Board said in a statement Thursday.
The Florida Department of Education has banned AP Psychology courses throughout the state due to sexual orientation and gender identity curriculum concerns, the College Board said in a statement Thursday.
Former Virginia middle school teacher to avoid sex offender label in plea deal
A northern Virginia teacher accused of having sex with a minor will not have to register as a sex offender, court documents reveal.
A northern Virginia teacher accused of having sex with a minor will not have to register as a sex offender, court documents reveal.
Fairfax schools considers weapons detection screening
The goal is to keep weapons – guns, knives, and the like – out of school buildings by installing security scanning technology.
The goal is to keep weapons – guns, knives, and the like – out of school buildings by installing security scanning technology.
Prince George’s County Schools to use phased-in approach with new security measures
Earlier this summer the superintendent of schools in Prince George's County outlined enhanced security measures for the coming school year. But now those plans could be scaled back.
Earlier this summer the superintendent of schools in Prince George's County outlined enhanced security measures for the coming school year. But now those plans could be scaled back.
New high-tech 'Blueprint' schools opening in Prince George's County
Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced Monday that six new schools are opening this school year, adding 8,000 new desks for PGCPS students.
Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks announced Monday that six new schools are opening this school year, adding 8,000 new desks for PGCPS students.
LeBron James-backed I Promise School delivers 'discouraging' student test results: report
The I Promise School opened in 2018 as a part of the Akron Public Schools system. But, multiple years have gone by since the school's fall class of eighth-grade students produced passing scores for Ohio's math test.
The I Promise School opened in 2018 as a part of the Akron Public Schools system. But, multiple years have gone by since the school's fall class of eighth-grade students produced passing scores for Ohio's math test.
Fisher-Price unveils first-ever sensory line of toys for preschoolers
The company said it wants to create "a more inclusive play experience for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids, by allowing them to create their own unique play. "
The company said it wants to create "a more inclusive play experience for neurodivergent and neurotypical kids, by allowing them to create their own unique play. "
Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be charged over ‘harmful’ materials
The number of attempts to ban or restrict books across the U.S. last year was the highest in the 20 years the American Library Association has been tracking such efforts.
The number of attempts to ban or restrict books across the U.S. last year was the highest in the 20 years the American Library Association has been tracking such efforts.
Barack Obama's first college is latest to end legacy admissions
Occidental College is the latest school to end legacy admissions in the wake of a Supreme Court decision removing race from admissions decisions.
Occidental College is the latest school to end legacy admissions in the wake of a Supreme Court decision removing race from admissions decisions.
Fairfax County Public Schools host job fair amidst teacher shortage
Amidst looming teacher shortages, Fairfax County Public Schools hosted a job fair today at Luther Jackson Middle School.
Amidst looming teacher shortages, Fairfax County Public Schools hosted a job fair today at Luther Jackson Middle School.
Alexandria City Public Schools joins list of districts rejecting state's new policies for transgender students
Another Virginia school district appears to be rejecting Gov.
Another Virginia school district appears to be rejecting Gov.
Harvard's legacy admissions under investigation by US Education Department
Opening a new front in legal battles over college admissions, the U.S. Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Harvard University's policies on legacy admissions.
Opening a new front in legal battles over college admissions, the U.S. Department of Education has launched a civil rights investigation into Harvard University's policies on legacy admissions.
Tensions flare at MCPS board meeting as parents and advocates clash over gender-inclusive curriculum
Hundreds of protestors turned out in force at the Montgomery County School Board meeting again Thursday to express their continued demands that parents should be allowed to opt out of certain classes, and books about sexuality and gender.
Hundreds of protestors turned out in force at the Montgomery County School Board meeting again Thursday to express their continued demands that parents should be allowed to opt out of certain classes, and books about sexuality and gender.
Legacy admissions: What you should know about the now-controversial college admissions practice
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
In the aftermath of a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that banned affirmative action, a new battle is brewing over a practice by various universities that gives preferential treatment to applicants with parents who attended the same institution. Here's what you should know about legacy admissions, as well as the controversy surrounding it.
'Don't be trans': Critics push back on Virginia schools' new policies for transgender students
Some students and LGBTQIA+ advocacy organizations are pushing back against the Virginia Department of Education’s new model policies which outline how schools are expected to handle some sensitive issues such as student identity, bathroom use, sports and parental oversight.
Some students and LGBTQIA+ advocacy organizations are pushing back against the Virginia Department of Education’s new model policies which outline how schools are expected to handle some sensitive issues such as student identity, bathroom use, sports and parental oversight.
School bus driver hiring fair Wednesday in Prince George’s County
Prince George's County Schools are hosting a school bus driver hiring fair Wednesday.
Prince George's County Schools are hosting a school bus driver hiring fair Wednesday.
Homicides shake DC university campuses, prompting urgent meetings with police
Catholic University is calling for an emergency meeting with D.C. police to address serious concerns about the crime that has occurred just footsteps away from the campus.
Catholic University is calling for an emergency meeting with D.C. police to address serious concerns about the crime that has occurred just footsteps away from the campus.
Virginia Department of Education releases new model policies outlining plans for transgender students, sports
The Virginia Department of Education released its final model policies for public schools Tuesday, updating guidance that tackles several hot-button issues including student identity, bathroom use, sports, and parental oversight.
The Virginia Department of Education released its final model policies for public schools Tuesday, updating guidance that tackles several hot-button issues including student identity, bathroom use, sports, and parental oversight.
New report reveals Virginia schools are underfunded
Virginia is underfunding its schools, according to a new government watchdog report.
Virginia is underfunding its schools, according to a new government watchdog report.
4-day school week gains popularity as more districts adopt model
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.
Advocates say a 4-day school week could improve quality of life, but others say it could hinder a student's academic progress.