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Oregon Department of Education establishes guidance on classroom cell phone policy

School districts are increasingly enforcing strict cell phone policies, marking a shift in classroom management.
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Exclusive | Growing number of NYC students feel unsafe as gang activity, bullying uptick in schools: survey

Student survey reveals increasing bullying and safety concerns in NYC public schools despite official reassurances.

Exclusive | Principal of NYC school that faced turmoil over rampant antisemitism is being removed, replaced with Muslim educator

Principal removed following failure to address antisemitism and bullying at high school; replaced by a new educator amidst ongoing controversy.

Here's What Students Think of New Cell Phone Restrictions in Arlington Schools - Washingtonian

Arlington Public Schools has implemented strict cell phone policies to reduce distractions and improve student focus in classrooms.

The Lewisham all-boys school fighting 'toxic masculinity' and stereotypes

Mike Sullivan focuses on developing well-rounded young men academically and socially with core values of hard work, ambition, respect, and kindness.
Forest Hill School emphasizes a caring and nurturing environment for boys, challenging stereotypes associated with all-boys schools in South East London.

Exclusive | Growing number of NYC students feel unsafe as gang activity, bullying uptick in schools: survey

Student survey reveals increasing bullying and safety concerns in NYC public schools despite official reassurances.

Exclusive | Principal of NYC school that faced turmoil over rampant antisemitism is being removed, replaced with Muslim educator

Principal removed following failure to address antisemitism and bullying at high school; replaced by a new educator amidst ongoing controversy.

Here's What Students Think of New Cell Phone Restrictions in Arlington Schools - Washingtonian

Arlington Public Schools has implemented strict cell phone policies to reduce distractions and improve student focus in classrooms.

The Lewisham all-boys school fighting 'toxic masculinity' and stereotypes

Mike Sullivan focuses on developing well-rounded young men academically and socially with core values of hard work, ambition, respect, and kindness.
Forest Hill School emphasizes a caring and nurturing environment for boys, challenging stereotypes associated with all-boys schools in South East London.
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#education-policy

West London school to ban smartphones that 'take away childhood' and only allow 'brick' devices

Banning smartphones for young kids helps preserve their childhood and improve focus at school.
The school's survey shows excessive phone notifications impact student concentration.

As more schools ban cell phones, this is how it's working at one Colorado school

More schools are implementing cellphone bans, facing mixed reactions from staff and students.

West London school to ban smartphones that 'take away childhood' and only allow 'brick' devices

Banning smartphones for young kids helps preserve their childhood and improve focus at school.
The school's survey shows excessive phone notifications impact student concentration.

As more schools ban cell phones, this is how it's working at one Colorado school

More schools are implementing cellphone bans, facing mixed reactions from staff and students.
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Teachers Are Breaking Down The Parent Cliques They Encounter Every Year

Parent cliques in schools can negatively impact children's experiences and discipline, revealing various parenting styles and their consequences.

The queerest education in America: How LGBTQ+ kids thrive at this Indiana school

A school in South Bend is providing a sanctuary for LGBTQ+ kids, rewriting the narrative of growing up queer in America.

Pupils 'thrive' at 'nurturing' junior school rated 'outstanding' by Ofsted

Warren Junior School in Chadwell Heath received the top rating for creating a nurturing and positive environment for its pupils.
#antisemitism

Jewish teacher details antisemitism at NYC high school, including abhorrent email: 'All Jews need to be exterminated'

Antisemitism and hate crimes rampant at Origins High School as school officials allegedly turned a blind eye.

NYPD investigating after threatening email sent to Jewish educators at Brooklyn high school

Rampant antisemitism claims at Brooklyn high school
Allegations of racism and Islamophobia at Origins High School

Students at NYC high school terrorized by antisemitic teens blame social media for 'horrible' behavior: 'One-sided perspectives'

Social media and family influence students' antisemitic behavior at Origins High School.
Racist rhetoric common in hallways and social media, spreading hate anonymously on burner accounts.

Jewish teacher details antisemitism at NYC high school, including abhorrent email: 'All Jews need to be exterminated'

Antisemitism and hate crimes rampant at Origins High School as school officials allegedly turned a blind eye.

NYPD investigating after threatening email sent to Jewish educators at Brooklyn high school

Rampant antisemitism claims at Brooklyn high school
Allegations of racism and Islamophobia at Origins High School

Students at NYC high school terrorized by antisemitic teens blame social media for 'horrible' behavior: 'One-sided perspectives'

Social media and family influence students' antisemitic behavior at Origins High School.
Racist rhetoric common in hallways and social media, spreading hate anonymously on burner accounts.
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#lgbtq-rights

After Nex Benedict's death, 350 LGBTQ+ groups, activists, and celebs urge Oklahoma superintendent's removal

More than 350 LGBTQ+ organizations are urging the removal of Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters for fostering hate and bigotry.
The demand follows the tragic death of transgender teen Nex Benedict and Walters' refusal to recognize gender identities beyond the male/female binary.

Opinion: Past victories to protect queer kids at school aren't enough

Pat Logue's legal work at Lambda Legal was crucial in advancing LGBTQ+ rights.
Nabozny vs. Podlesny in 1996 set a precedent for challenging antigay violence in schools.

GOP governor promises to end careers of trans & gender nonconforming teachers

Gov. Greg Abbott aims to remove transgender and gender non-conforming teachers in Texas, potentially contradicting Supreme Court rulings on LGBTQ+ workplace discrimination.

After Nex Benedict's death, 350 LGBTQ+ groups, activists, and celebs urge Oklahoma superintendent's removal

More than 350 LGBTQ+ organizations are urging the removal of Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters for fostering hate and bigotry.
The demand follows the tragic death of transgender teen Nex Benedict and Walters' refusal to recognize gender identities beyond the male/female binary.

Opinion: Past victories to protect queer kids at school aren't enough

Pat Logue's legal work at Lambda Legal was crucial in advancing LGBTQ+ rights.
Nabozny vs. Podlesny in 1996 set a precedent for challenging antigay violence in schools.

GOP governor promises to end careers of trans & gender nonconforming teachers

Gov. Greg Abbott aims to remove transgender and gender non-conforming teachers in Texas, potentially contradicting Supreme Court rulings on LGBTQ+ workplace discrimination.
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Jewish teacher suing NYC school that won't discipline antisemitic teens terrorizing her with death threats, Hitler jabs: 'I live in fear'

Brooklyn high school facing anti-Semitic incidents
Lack of serious disciplinary actions for hate incidents

Mia Janin took own life after bullying - inquest

Mia's parents raised concerns about her feeling lonely and isolated at school.
Mia's TikTok video was shared in a Snapchat group where she was mocked.

LGBTQ+ Gen Z youth don't feel safe at school: 'A place of dread rather than a place of learning'

LGBTQ+ students face bullying and discrimination in schools, even from staff meant to protect them.
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