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February 28

Education policy Feb 28 How Two States Are Giving Parents the Real Story on Student Progress What if the A's and B's on your child's report card don't actually mean they're learning at grade level? Cincinnati and Louisiana are pioneering changes that give parents the real… Education policy Feb 28 Idaho Senate Passes $5 Million High-Needs Special Education Program Idaho's Senate just passed a $5 million high-needs special education program—but it addresses only a fraction of the $100 million funding gap. Here's what this means for families. Education policy Feb 28 Iowa Boosts School Funding by $160 Per Student as 19 States Explore Education Choice Iowa just increased school funding by $160 per student—and 19 states are giving families even more educational choices. Here's what this means for your child's learning. Education policy Feb 28 Georgia Approves $5,000 Stipends for Student Teachers Amid National Teacher-Prep Push If you've watched new teachers struggle and leave the profession within their first years, you're seeing why Georgia just passed legislation providing $5,000 stipends for student teachers—plus a national push… Education policy Feb 28 Texas Social Studies Overhaul Advances Amid Debate Over Curriculum Depth Over 90 parents and educators just showed up to testify about Texas' proposed social studies changes—and they're worried about what's being left out. Here's what the debate means for your…

February 27

Education policy Feb 27 Education Department Issues New Accreditation Guidance and DeafBlind Services Competition Two significant federal education actions published February 26 address accreditation standards and special education support for deafblind children. Here's what parents and educators need to know.

February 24

Education policy Feb 24 Hawaii to Pay $8 Million for Neglect of Special Education Services Hawaii taxpayers will fund $8 million in lifetime care for a severely autistic student after a 17-year special education dispute. Education policy Feb 24 Connecticut Lawmakers Face Funding Challenges in Education Connecticut's education system is at a crossroads, with funding cuts posing significant challenges to schools and communities. Education policy Feb 24 Arizona Advances Bill for Transparent Special Education Complaints Arizona takes a significant step towards special education reform with the unanimous passage of SB 1754, aiming to increase transparency and support for students with disabilities. Education policy Feb 24 Maryland Introduces COMPASS Act for Better School Accountability The Maryland State Education Association is advocating for a new school accountability system that prioritizes transparency, equity, and academic growth over test scores.