NEW JERSEY
NJ Spotlight
School segregation lawsuit: Both sides ask court to extend mediation deadline
Lawyers in Latino Action Network v. New Jersey cite ‘good-faith discussion,’ want more time.
NJ heeding pandemic’s lessons on the need for strong budget reserves?
Republicans criticize as Democrats cut chunk from budget surplus and independent report drops strong hints.
NorthJersey.com
NJ community colleges facing budget cuts get $20 million in funds restored by state (yahoo.com)
The state’s community colleges are breathing a sigh of relief after a potential $20 million state budget cut was restored.
NATIONAL
Education Week
Pause Before You Post: A Social Media Guide for Educators in Tense Political Times
Five tips for students and educators to avoid saying something online that could backfire.
What Does the Dangerous Political Climate Mean for Schools? (Opinion)
Educators and researchers give advice for navigating political polarization in class.
Which States Ban or Restrict Cellphones in Schools?
Pennsylvania is the 7th state to enact a policy that bans or restricts cellphones in schools
USA Today
ACT changes: test duration, number of questions slashed
The length of the ACT college admissions test will be slashed for some test-takers as soon as next year, the exam company announced this week.