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From Round Rock's school board to City Hall, District 6 newcomer Krista Laine gives conservatives a run for their money - Austin Monitor

Krista Laine's shift from real estate to politics was catalyzed by her activism during the Covid-19 pandemic, highlighting the power of community engagement.

After 9 years, Miami teachers union president will not be seeking re-election

Karla Hernandez-Mats will not seek re-election after nine impactful years leading the United Teachers of Dade, marked by both achievements and controversies.

South Boston special education teacher named Mass. Teacher of the Year

Luisa Sparrow, a special education teacher, was named Massachusetts Teacher of the Year, recognizing her dedication and influence in education.

Meet the school board candidates: What makes you stand out?

Candidates highlight diverse backgrounds as reasons for their candidacy in the school board election.

Election 2024: Educator turned advocate runs for San Jose D2 seat - San Jose Spotlight

Pamela Campos is an immigrant rights advocate running for San Jose City Council, emphasizing the need for increased teacher pay and immigrant support.
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Georgia school shooting highlights fears about classroom cellphone bans

Efforts to ban cellphones in classrooms may compromise student safety during emergencies, as evidenced by the recent school shooting in Georgia.

School phone bans under scrutiny after Georgia shooting and frantic texts-'I'm sorry I'm not the best daughter'

The tragedy in Georgia underscores the need for communication tools like cellphones during school emergencies, challenging current bans.

Georgia school shooting highlights fears about classroom cellphone bans

Efforts to ban cellphones in classrooms may compromise student safety during emergencies, as evidenced by the recent school shooting in Georgia.

School phone bans under scrutiny after Georgia shooting and frantic texts-'I'm sorry I'm not the best daughter'

The tragedy in Georgia underscores the need for communication tools like cellphones during school emergencies, challenging current bans.
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Incredible Beckenham mum launches 5th pre-school in Bromley to help kids thrive

Josephine Godbold launched a new pre-school in Bromley dedicated to providing quality education and support for children recovering from the challenges of COVID-19.

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In local school board elections in San Francisco, candidate endorsements from organizations play a crucial role due to lack of direct parental involvement.

Brown's promise: the startup working to desegregate schools

Brown's Promise is working on reviving the school desegregation debate and focusing on inequality in school resources.

Haitian American education advocates call on city officials to open more transfer schools to support older immigrant students

Advocates push for specialized transfer schools in NYC to aid immigrant youth.

State makes record investment in nonpublic schools, enhances security amid rising hate crimes * Brooklyn Paper

The state is investing $467 million in nonpublic schools, the largest in the nation, focusing on security measures amidst increasing antisemitic incidents.

East San Jose district plans to close a middle school - San Jose Spotlight

Educators and parents are fighting to prevent the closure of a middle school in East San Jose due to low enrollment and struggling students.
Superintendent Bauer acknowledges the difficulty of the decision but emphasizes the need for adjustments to manage declining enrollment and financial constraints.

Brooklyn Parents Question City's Plan For Smaller Classes

Implementation of NYC's Class Size Reduction Plan to reduce class sizes over five years to benefit students.

Cecily Myart-Cruz: Spirited defender of teachers

Cecily Myart-Cruz, a crossing guard and president of United Teachers Los Angeles, advocates for restoring joy and culturally relevant education in classrooms.
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