Special education administrators should understand current and anticipated funding levels, be aware of how the coronavirus outbreak impacts their budget, and collaborate with other local and state leaders to form plans to address revenue challenges.
While the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in school districts having breaks from the requirements of statewide accountability systems, state leaders say it's time to track student progress again.
A new U.S. Department of Education fact sheet outlines responsibilities for providing services to English language learners during COVID-19 school closures.
The final Title IX regulations recently released by the U.S. Education Department put more of a burden on administrators to identify their investigative processes, to provide an impartial report, and to ensure all employees who witness sexual harassment or assault file incident reports.
Hands-on arts projects are increasingly being integrated into STEAM classrooms and curricula through collaborative learning spaces, makerspaces, robotics, multidisciplinary projects and virtual learning opportunities.
Not only are these students eligible to attend and fully participate in public schools, but schools cannot take actions that discourage undocumented students from seeking enrollment.
College student ambassadors provide high schools with valuable perspectives on academic life and campus activities, including student clubs and social events.
The U.S. Department of Education provides answers to questions about implementation of the CARES Act and its equitable services stipulation for local educational agencies receiving funds.
