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Survey reveals issues around private school enrollment
A National School Choice Awareness Foundation survey has found that while almost two-thirds of parents considered moving their children to a different school in 2024, fewer than half of those actually did so. Shelby Doyle, vice president of the National School Choice Awareness Foundation, commented: “The percentage of parents who enrolled their children in private-sector…
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Kentucky school funding shortfall warning
Kentucky Department of Education Commissioner Robbie Fletcher has warned of a “funding shortfall” of some $40m for local school districts in the 2024-25 academic year. In a weekly email to colleagues he stated that “KDE is currently tracking an estimated SEEK shortfall of $12m for funding to public school districts provided in Kentucky statutes. KDE…
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School districts offer reassurance on immigration enforcement
Axios looks at the growing number of school leaders working to reassure parents that it will not cooperate with moves by the Trump administration to bring immigration enforcement actions onto school campuses. The Trump administration has announced an end to the existing policy of avoiding such actions in schools, churches, hospitals, funerals and weddings, leading…
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Texas budget proposes billions for schools
Texas lawmakers are set to allocate billions over the next two years for various initiatives, including a school voucher-like program, property tax cuts, and increased teacher pay. The initial budget drafts propose $1bn for education savings accounts, doubling the previous amount, reflecting a shift in support for such programs. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick emphasized the…
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Classroom conversations: a student perspective
Recent research published in Education Next reveals that most U.S. high school students feel their teachers engage in discussions about controversial topics, including race and politics. The study, based on a survey of 850 students, found that over half reported hearing phrases like “Black lives matter” and “white privilege” in class. While 36% of students…
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New immigration policy sparks controversy
Federal immigration authorities are now authorized to arrest individuals in sensitive locations, including schools and churches, marking a significant policy shift. Acting Homeland Security Secretary Benjamine Huffman stated: “Criminals will no longer be able to hide in America’s schools and churches to avoid arrest. The Trump Administration will not tie the hands of our brave…
