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Feds launch civil rights probe into Mount Holly schools
Complaints that the district violated civil rights in bullying case.
NJ kids give ‘mock election’ serious treatment
Students across NJ vote for president, senator and members of House of Representatives.
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Reading Interventions for Older Students May Be Missing a Key Component
Many older elementary and middle school students still struggle with foundational reading skills.
Schools Take a $3 Billion Hit From the Culture Wars. Here’s How It Breaks Down
Culturally divisive conflicts have increased legal expenses, security costs, and staff time.
‘Academic Rigor Is in Decline.’ A College Professor Reflects on AP Scores (Opinion)
The College Board’s new tack on AP scoring means fewer students are prepared for college
New Findings on Teacher Morale Highlight Ways to Make It Better
A new College Board survey on teacher morale echoes some previous findings.
5 Ways You Didn’t Know the Election Will Affect K-12 Schools
Private school choice is the education issue that has garnered the bulk of national attention, campaign spending, and heated rhetoric this election season. But it’s far from the only education issue voters will ponder as they fill out their ballots.
Four Ways to Stop Teacher Turnover From Hamstringing School Improvement
Teachers form the backbone of a school community, and every teacher who leaves makes it that much harder to move forward.
