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Fairfax superintendent apologizes for Hayfield football recruiting scandal
Friday, December 6th, 2024
via The Washington PostFairfax Superintendent Michelle Reid said she took responsibility for the handling of the scandal at Hayfield and promised to put processes in place to prevent similar situations in the future.
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Trump is set to receive the ‘Patriot of the Year’ award at Fox Nation event
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
via The Washington PostPresident-elect Donald Trump will travel to New York to accept the 'Patriot of the Year' award at Fox Nation's Patriot Awards
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Prince George’s school board elects leaders, seats all but one new member
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
via The Washington PostPrince George's school board seated all but one of its new members, following a lengthy ballot counting process. A recount was requested for District 8's race.
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After D.C. school’s collapse, council may boost oversight of charters
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
via The Washington PostThe D.C. Council is set to consider a measure that would mandate training for officials who run the city's more than five dozen charter school networks, the latest fallout from the abrupt closure of Eagle Academy just days before classes were to start.
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The Big Question: What Is Underrated?
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
via The New York TimesExperts from the worlds of music, food, film, etiquette and relationships each reveal something that — up until now — has been underrated.
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Pr. George’s school board hopes to seat new members after lengthy ballot count
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
via The Washington PostPrince George's County is still finishing counting provisional ballots. It's making a school board leadership vote more complicated.
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Analysis of new Va. school ratings shows racial, economic disparities
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
via The Washington PostProjections that estimate how Virginia schools might fare under the state's new accountability model show disparities in school performance, a Post analysis finds.
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Transgender Care for Minors Faces Supreme Court Test
Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
via The New York TimesThe justices will hear arguments on Wednesday over whether Tennessee and more than 20 other states can ban some medical treatments for transgender youth.
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How a Right-Wing Schools Activist Started a Culture War in Manhattan
Monday, December 2nd, 2024
via The New York TimesIn March, Maud Maron introduced a resolution about transgender students' participation in sports. The fallout has derailed a parent council in an overwhelmingly liberal district.
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How Kennedy Has Worked Abroad to Weaken Global Public Health Policy
Saturday, November 30th, 2024
via The New York TimesThe health secretary pick and his organization have worked around the world to undermine longstanding policies on measles, AIDS and more.
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Black Friday Used to Be Fun. Now, Many Shoppers Would Rather Sleep In.
Friday, November 29th, 2024
via The New York TimesLining up early outside stores and hunting for deals was once part of a gratifying Black Friday. It no longer feels that way.
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Her Wrestling Empire Was Said to Harm Children. Trump Chose Her for Education.
Thursday, November 28th, 2024
via The New York TimesLinda McMahon, whose résumé mainly rests on running World Wrestling Entertainment, has faced questions for years over whether she is suitable for important education posts.
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‘A Lack of Respect’: Chinese Women Mobilize Against Subpar Sanitary Pads
Thursday, November 28th, 2024
via The New York TimesAn online campaign has prompted major pad manufacturers to apologize. Regulators said they would consider women's criticisms when writing new standards.
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Trump promised mass deportations. Educators worry fear will keep immigrants’ kids from school
Wednesday, November 27th, 2024
via The Associated PressRegardless of whether President-elect Donald Trump follows through on his pledge to deport millions of immigrants, educators around the U.S. are bracing for upheaval.
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Virginia Democrats pick JJ Singh in primary for open Loudoun House seat
Monday, November 25th, 2024
via The Washington PostDemocrat JJ Signh won a firehouse primary in Loudoun County to face Republican Ram Venkatachalam in a Jan. 7 special election for an open House of Delegates seat.
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Texas education officials approve Bible-based lessons for K-5 schools
Friday, November 22nd, 2024
via The Washington PostThe optional curriculum for elementary schools aligns with Trump's plans for a more conservative agenda in public school classrooms.
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Transcript: A Roar for Change
Thursday, November 21st, 2024
via The Washington PostKellyanne Conway, Minyon Moore & Meghan McCain
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Republicans Target Social Sciences to Curb Ideas They Don’t Like
Thursday, November 21st, 2024
via The New York TimesConservatives in Florida have moved from explosive politics to subtler tactics to uproot liberal 'indoctrination' in higher education by removing classes like Sociology from core requirements.
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Trump’s Education Secretary Pick Has a Short Résumé Related to Schools
Wednesday, November 20th, 2024
via The New York TimesLinda McMahon is known for her many years in the wrestling world. Though her education experience is more limited than previous secretaries, she has embraced both conservative and bipartisan ideas.
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