EduClips: TX District Accepts Gun Donations After Santa Fe High Shooting; Trump Signs CTE Bill — And More Must-Reads From America’s 15 Biggest School Districts
EduClips: TX District Accepts Gun Donations After Santa Fe High Shooting; Trump Signs CTE Bill — and More Must-Reads From America’s 15 Biggest School Districts
EduClips delivers the latest education news from major school districts in the United States, where over 4 million students attend school daily across eight states. To receive the day’s top school and policy news directly in your inbox, subscribe to the TopSheet Education Newsletter.
Top Story
CAREER & TECHNICAL EDUCATION – President Donald Trump made a significant impact on education policy by signing the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act. This legislation, signed by Trump, is the first to bring about notable changes to federal education law. The act serves as a reauthorization of the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, a program worth $1.2 billion that was last modified by Congress in 2006. The new law provides states with the authority to establish their own objectives for career and technical education programs without requiring approval from the education secretary. It also mandates that states make progress towards achieving these goals, along with implementing other adjustments to federal CTE law. Career and technical education is gaining increased attention and support, but it also faces fresh challenges as programs adapt to meet the changing demands of the labor force.
National News
CHRONIC ABSENTEEISM – Across the nation, almost 8 million students are absent from school on a regular basis. In response, 36 states have initiated plans at a federal level to tackle this issue. The effectiveness of these plans remains to be seen.
SCHOOL SAFETY – The debate surrounding the risk of 3D-printed guns bypassing policies designed to ensure school safety is gaining traction.
LEBRON JAMES – Learn about LeBron James’s newly opened public school that offers free bikes, meals, and college tuition to its students.
TEACHER SHORTAGES – Senator Tim Kaine is addressing the problem of teacher shortages, but finding a solution is proving to be challenging.
District and State News
TEXAS – A school district in Texas is accepting donations of guns following a recent school shooting.
ILLINOIS – Chicago’s watchdog has discovered corrupt bidding practices relating to alternative schools.
NEW YORK – A proposal to expand gifted classes in New York City aims to promote integration in specialized high schools.
TEXAS – A study revealed that Texas schools do not comply with voter registration laws.
FLORIDA – A study reveals that Florida’s education system outperforms expectations.
NEW YORK – Politicians and activists rally against Mayor de Blasio’s plans to desegregate elite public schools.
PENNSYLVANIA – Better planning is required to address issues such as sick children and hazardous classrooms in Philadelphia’s schools.
CALIFORNIA – Two major events shed light on the education crisis in California.
FLORIDA – The Broward School Board approves budget cuts of $15 million.
CALIFORNIA – A charter school in San Jose delays its opening due to a location dispute.
Think Pieces
‘PORTFOLIO’ MODEL – A new group, supported by influential individuals and backed by $200 million, is advocating for the implementation of the ‘portfolio’ model in education.
TESTING – A call for a better understanding and approach to testing in education.
TEACHER RESIDENCIES – Teacher residencies can assist school districts in attracting the educators they need.
SMARTPHONES – France plans to prohibit smartphones in schools.
ED TRENDS – A former product chief from Pearson reflects on the four trends that are shaping global education.
Quote of the Day
Anne Wicks, director of education reform at the George W. Bush Institute, raises concerns about the lack of clarity in state plans under the Every Student Succeeds Act, questioning whether these plans truly benefit stakeholders and help guide decision-making within limited resources.
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