Tag: #education

U.S. Supreme Court Unanimously Rules in Favor of Student with Disabilities

Supreme Court eases legal standards for students with disabilities seeking education accommodations. A major win for disability rights advocates.

#supremecourt, #disabilityrights, #education, #law

U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Eases Path for Students with Disabilities

Supreme Court eases legal standards for students with disabilities, enhancing their access to education.

#supremecourt, #disabilityrights, #education, #law

Florida Schools Battle Rising Student Absenteeism with Legislation and Innovation

Chronic absenteeism surges in Florida schools, sparking legislative measures and innovative solutions to boost student attendance.

#florida, #education, #absenteeism, #policy

Trump Administration's Education Department Layoffs Trigger Legal Battle

Trump's 2025 education staff cuts spark legal challenges, as critics raise civil rights concerns. Supreme Court appeal pending.

#trumpadministration, #education, #layoffs, #civilrights, #supremecourt

Trump Administration Proposes Drastic Budget Cuts to Tribal Colleges

White House budget cuts threaten funding for Tribal Colleges, causing student activism and political debate.

#trumpadministration, #tribalcolleges, #budgetcuts, #education

Trump Administration Faces Legal Battles Over Massive Layoffs at the U.S. Department of Education

Legal challenges arise as Trump administration's Department of Education layoffs threaten civil rights enforcement.

#trumpadministration, #education, #layoffs, #civilrights

ACLU and NEA Sue U.S. Education Department Over DEI Directive

ACLU and NEA challenge federal directive threatening funding for DEI initiatives, citing First Amendment and academic freedom concerns.

#education, #lawsuit, #DEI, #FirstAmendment

Civil Rights Data Exposes Persistent Racial Inequities in U.S. Public Schools

New data reveals ongoing racial disparities in U.S. education, affecting course access, teacher certification, and discipline.

#education, #civilrights, #racialdisparities, #us, #schools

Florida's School Voucher Expansion Spurs Debate on Educational Equity

Florida expands school vouchers, sparking debate on public vs. private education access and funding.

#florida, #education, #vouchers, #policy

Massive Layoffs in U.S. Department of Education's Civil Rights Office Spark Legal Challenges and Concerns

The Trump administration's major cutbacks in the Department of Education's civil rights office have prompted legal challenges and raised oversight concerns.

#education, #civilrights, #layoffs, #uspolitics

Hempstead School District Faces $30 Million Budget Deficit Amid Rising Charter School Costs

Hempstead faces a $30M deficit due to rising charter costs, prompting potential school closures and staff cuts. State aid could prevent further impact.

#us, #education, #budgetdeficit, #charterschools

Court Blocks Trump Administration's Move to Dismantle Department of Education

Judge blocks Trump's plan to dismantle Education Dept, restores 1,300 jobs amid legal battle over executive power.

#education, #trump, #legalbattle, #uspolitics

Court Blocks Trump's Attempt to Dismantle Department of Education

Judge blocks Trump's executive order to dismantle Education Dept, reinstating 1,300 employees amid legal battles.

#trump, #education, #uspolitics, #law

Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Order to Dismantle Department of Education

Judge halts Trump's bid to dismantle Dept. of Education, reinstating 1,300 employees amid legal challenges from educators and states.

#trump, #education, #lawsuit, #federaljudge, #departmentofeducation

U.S. Education Report Highlights Racial Inequities in Schools

Civil Rights Data reveals persistent racial disparities in resources and opportunities across U.S. schools, demanding urgent policy action.

#education, #civilrights, #racialdisparities, #us