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Education policy Apr 9 California Introduces Bill to Empower Parents and Students in Special Education A new bill introduced in California aims to strengthen the voice of parents and students in special education decision-making, potentially improving educational outcomes for students with special needs. Education policy Apr 9 NJ School District Cuts Full-Time Paraprofessionals Amid Healthcare Costs A New Jersey school district's decision to cut full-time paraprofessionals sparks concern about the impact on special education students. Education policy Apr 9 JCPS Revises Special Education Staffing Cuts After Board Rejects Initial Plan The Jefferson County Public Schools board has revised its plan to cut costs in the special education division, scaling back some of the most significant reductions. Education policy Apr 9 Special Education Services Face Uncertainty Amid Department of Education Cuts Special education services face uncertainty amid Department of Education cuts, with experts urging investment in preschool and early intervention to support students with disabilities. Education policy Apr 9 Tennessee Virtual Schools Under Scrutiny by State Tennessee Virtual Academy is under scrutiny by the State Board of Education due to poor academic performance. Education policy Apr 9 Missouri Pilots New Standardized Test Model for Faster Results Missouri education officials are piloting a new standardized test model to provide faster results and a clearer picture of student growth. Education policy Apr 9 Texas Takes Lead in Student-Centered Funding Texas pioneers student-centered funding to enhance educational equity and effectiveness. Education policy Apr 9 Baltimore County Schools Secure Funding to Save Over 100 Teaching Positions Baltimore County has secured funding to preserve over 100 teaching positions, maintaining current class sizes and supporting teacher pay raises. Education policy Apr 9 Springfield Public Schools Prepare for Lean Budgets Amid Proposition C Funding Changes Springfield Public Schools are preparing for lean budgets due to the shift in Proposition C funding from attendance to enrollment. Education policy Apr 9 Georgia Senate Cuts Funding for Public University Online Courses The Georgia Senate has approved a budget that reduces funding for the University System of Georgia's online courses by $100 million, sparking concerns among educators and students.