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February 22

Education policy Feb 22 Berkeley County Clarifies Co-Taught Classes Policy Berkeley County, WV, has clarified its policy on co-taught classes, ensuring that students with special needs will continue to receive the support they require. Education policy Feb 22 Senator Seeks Answers on College Math Readiness Senator Bill Cassidy requests data from selective colleges to assess high school students' math preparedness for college-level math.

February 21

Education policy Feb 21 Lyme-Old Lyme Proposes $41.5M Budget with 26.3% Increase in Special Education The Lyme-Old Lyme school district has proposed a $41.5 million budget for the 2026-2027 academic year, with a significant increase in special education funding. Education policy Feb 21 Arizona Lawmakers Propose Multiyear Commission to Overhaul K-12 Accountability Standards Arizona lawmakers are preparing to overhaul the state's K-12 accountability system. Discover how a new proposed commission could shift schools away from misleading grades and toward a mastery-based model that… Education policy Feb 21 Iowa Mandates New Regulation Support Training for School Administrators If you've ever felt that school discipline labels your child rather than helps them, Iowa's new mandatory training for administrators might be the shift you've been waiting for. Education policy Feb 21 Why Your Child’s Report Card Might Be Hiding the Truth About Skill Development If you've noticed your child's report card doesn't seem to reflect their actual skills, you aren't alone. New research shows that grade inflation and the removal of testing are hiding… Education policy Feb 21 Trumbull Proposes Budget Increase to Strengthen Foundational Reading and Language Skills Trumbull schools are proposing a $137.7M budget that prioritizes staffing and reading development. If you've been waiting for more classroom support for your child, here is what you need to… Education policy Feb 21 California Districts Strengthen School Safety to Protect Student Focus and Trust If you've noticed how stress impacts your child's ability to learn, California's new school safety protocols reveal a major shift toward protecting the neurological peace of the classroom.

February 15

Education policy Feb 15 Illinois Enacts Comprehensive Education Laws to Support All Learners Illinois has introduced new education laws covering various aspects of student development and support, including special education, student advancement, higher education, accountability, curriculum, AI guidance, and immigrant rights. These laws… Education policy Feb 15 States Strengthen Education Policies: Key Trends for 2026 States are tightening K–8 literacy and math expectations, advancing school environment and AI safeguards, and proposing historic K–16 investments. These policy trends aim to improve student outcomes and provide clearer…