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Ohio Lawmakers Consider Bill Requiring Schools to Teach “Success Sequence”

Tuesday, April 7 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — A bill that would require Ohio schools to encourage students to marry before having children is advancing in the Statehouse. Senate Bill 156 would mandate that schools teach students in grades 6-12 about the “success sequence” — a life path that includes... Read More.

Central Ohio Schools Use March Madness to Boost Engagement

Tuesday, March 24 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio — As March Madness captivates basketball fans across the country, some central Ohio schools are channeling that excitement into the classroom through competitive activities designed to boost student engagement. At Madison Elementary School in Groveport, Principal Rian Burnett said the school is using... Read More.

Ohio High Schools Approve NIL Compensation for Student Athletes

Tuesday, November 25 by Lyle F

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Member schools of the Ohio High School Athletic Association have approved a proposal allowing high school student-athletes to receive compensation for their name, image and likeness. A total of 447 schools voted in favor of the proposal, 121 schools opposed it,... Read More.

Southern Nevada Schools Embrace AI to Enhance Teaching and Learning

Sunday, November 9 by Lorenzo North

Schools in Southern Nevada are entering a new era as artificial intelligence begins to play a larger role in education. The Clark County School District (CCSD), the fifth largest in the nation, has launched a one-year pilot program aiming to harness AI-driven tools for... Read More.

Las Vegas Expands Crossing Guard Program to Boost Student Safety at Middle and High Schools

Sunday, August 10 by Lorenzo North

Las Vegas officials are planning to implement crossing guards at middle and select high schools after initially not including them in safety measures. This decision follows the successful addition of crossing guards in Clark County, Henderson, and North Las Vegas middle schools, which led... Read More.

Nevada Schools Face Funding Crisis as Federal Support is Withheld

Saturday, July 12 by Lorenzo North

The recent decision by the U.S. Department of Education to withhold over $60 million in federal funding for Nevada schools has raised significant concerns. This funding is crucial for programs such as after-school activities, English language learning, professional development, and migrant education. The delay,... Read More.

July 1st Means New Nevada Laws: Key Changes Impacting Schools, Safety, and Public Records

Monday, June 30 by Lorenzo North

Nearly 200 new laws are taking effect following the conclusion of the 83rd legislative session in Carson City, with many tied to fiscal year appropriations starting July 1. Here are some notable changes: Firearms Confiscation During Mental Health Crisis: Senate Bill 347 allows law... Read More.

USDA Cuts Funding for Key Nevada Food Programs Impacting Schools and Food Banks

Wednesday, March 26 by Lorenzo North

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has decided to end funding for two key programs that supported local food sourcing in Nevada schools and food banks, as part of efforts to reduce federal spending. The Nevada Department of Agriculture received termination notices for the... Read More.

Assembly Bill 398 Aims to Solve Teacher Shortages in Title I and Special Education Schools

Wednesday, March 19 by Lorenzo North

Assembly Bill 398 is poised to address the issue of teacher shortages in Title I and special education schools by providing additional monthly compensation to educators in hard-to-fill positions. This bill, sponsored by Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager, targets schools with high vacancy rates, specifically... Read More.

Nevada Bill Aims to Shield Schools from Immigration Enforcement Intrusions

Thursday, February 27 by Lorenzo North

A bill in the Nevada Legislature, Assembly Bill 217, seeks to make it illegal for school employees to permit federal immigration officials onto school premises or to disclose a student's information to immigration authorities without a proper warrant. The bill, sponsored by Assemblymember Cecilia... Read More.

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