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March 8

Education policy Mar 8 Federal Policy Shifts Create New Opportunities for Student Success in K-12 and Higher Education Federal education policy is undergoing significant shifts in 2025, with executive orders changing how schools handle discipline, college admissions, and compliance. For parents, these changes create real opportunities to advocate… Education policy Mar 8 Natomas Teachers Demand Better Support for Students with Learning Differences The Natomas Teachers Association is fighting for meaningful changes that would directly benefit students developing specific skills—including those in special education programs. Their bargaining platform makes clear: teachers believe the… Education policy Mar 8 Louisiana Teacher Arrested After Alleged Abuse of Special Education Student A Louisiana teacher was just arrested for allegedly hitting a special education student multiple times. If you've ever worried about what happens in classrooms when you're not there, you're not… Education policy Mar 8 Crestwood District Launches Special Education Reform Amid Parent Concerns Crestwood parents have been pushing for more transparency and inclusion in special education reforms—and the district is finally listening. With legal costs soaring and parent concerns mounting, this Pennsylvania district… Education policy Mar 8 Worcester Schools Examine New Data After Voters Change Graduation Requirements When Massachusetts removed MCAS graduation requirements in 2024, it created a unique opportunity to understand what really drives student learning. Worcester schools are now examining the data—and what they find… Education policy Mar 8 Idaho Bill Pushes Schools Toward Clear Accountability and Student Success A new Idaho bill would require all public school districts and charter schools to develop strategic performance plans with measurable goals for student outcomes—potentially bringing greater accountability to Idaho's K-12…

March 7

Education policy Mar 7 Mississippi Teacher Pay Raises Die as Political Gridlock Blocks Educator Compensation Mississippi's legislature had a rare chance to address teacher pay—and let it slip away. Both chambers passed raises ($2,000 Senate, $5,000 House) but political gridlock killed both bills. Here's what… Education policy Mar 7 Harrisonburg Proposes 3% Teacher Raise as Part of FY2027 Budget A Virginia school district just proposed a 3% teacher raise for FY2027—but it's contingent on state funding. Here's what this means for students and families.

March 6

Education policy Mar 6 Natomas Teachers Set March 10 Strike Date Over Pay and Special Education California families are facing a new reality as teacher strikes spread across the state. Natomas just joined the list with a March 10 strike date. Here's what this means for… Education policy Mar 6 Idaho House Passes Bill Restricting Union Deductions for Teachers Idaho's House just passed legislation that would stop schools from deducting union dues from teacher paychecks. The bill now heads to the Senate. Here's what parents need to know about…