Teacher ordered to remove signs from classroom, including one saying 'Everyone is welcome here'Teacher stands against school district's order to remove inclusion signs, emphasizing the importance of a welcoming environment for students.
Banned rainbows and 'forced outing.' Will elections reshape this relentless school board?Chino Hills students face facility issues while school board prioritizes cultural policies, indicating broader educational culture wars.
Commentary: Meet California's most neglected group of students with special needs: the gifted onesSchools have neglected academically gifted students while focusing on others with special education needs.
Dozens of schools ban smartphones that 'turn children into zombies'Around 60 north London schools have banned smartphones to promote focus and social interactions among students.
English schools to phase out cruel' behaviour rules as Labour plans major education changesIsolation booths and strict behavior regimes in schools are likely to be phased out in England to support vulnerable pupils.
Opinion: Resolution or Regression? The Fight for LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Our SchoolsA united coalition is essential for protecting the rights of LGBTQ students in schools.
Teacher ordered to remove signs from classroom, including one saying 'Everyone is welcome here'Teacher stands against school district's order to remove inclusion signs, emphasizing the importance of a welcoming environment for students.
Banned rainbows and 'forced outing.' Will elections reshape this relentless school board?Chino Hills students face facility issues while school board prioritizes cultural policies, indicating broader educational culture wars.
Commentary: Meet California's most neglected group of students with special needs: the gifted onesSchools have neglected academically gifted students while focusing on others with special education needs.
Dozens of schools ban smartphones that 'turn children into zombies'Around 60 north London schools have banned smartphones to promote focus and social interactions among students.
English schools to phase out cruel' behaviour rules as Labour plans major education changesIsolation booths and strict behavior regimes in schools are likely to be phased out in England to support vulnerable pupils.
Opinion: Resolution or Regression? The Fight for LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Our SchoolsA united coalition is essential for protecting the rights of LGBTQ students in schools.
Pinterest is prompting teens to close the app at schoolPinterest is promoting focus for minors by testing a pop-up prompt to limit app use during school hours.
Pinterest will warn kids not to use its app during school hoursPinterest is testing a prompt for kids urging them to stop using the app during school hours.
Pinterest is prompting teens to close the app at schoolPinterest is promoting focus for minors by testing a pop-up prompt to limit app use during school hours.
Pinterest will warn kids not to use its app during school hoursPinterest is testing a prompt for kids urging them to stop using the app during school hours.
A mom complained about a trans girl using the locker room. Hundreds turned out to support herSupport for transgender students at school board meetings is rising in response to complaints from other parents.
LGBTQ rights activist kicked out of community board simply for asking questionsA Community Board member was removed for questioning inclusivity in school sports policies regarding transgender students.
New Hampshire men can't wear anti-trans gear at their kids' school while their lawsuit proceedsA court ruling prohibits two men from wearing protest wristbands during a lawsuit over a transgender athlete's participation. They are deemed potentially intimidating.
Gov. Newsom signs bill to ban school district 'forced outings' of transgender studentsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1955 prohibiting school staff from notifying parents of students' name/pronoun/bathroom preferences without consent, effective January 1, 2025.
A mom complained about a trans girl using the locker room. Hundreds turned out to support herSupport for transgender students at school board meetings is rising in response to complaints from other parents.
LGBTQ rights activist kicked out of community board simply for asking questionsA Community Board member was removed for questioning inclusivity in school sports policies regarding transgender students.
New Hampshire men can't wear anti-trans gear at their kids' school while their lawsuit proceedsA court ruling prohibits two men from wearing protest wristbands during a lawsuit over a transgender athlete's participation. They are deemed potentially intimidating.
Gov. Newsom signs bill to ban school district 'forced outings' of transgender studentsCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 1955 prohibiting school staff from notifying parents of students' name/pronoun/bathroom preferences without consent, effective January 1, 2025.
1,300 students, 5 bathrooms an urgent problem for San Jose studentsLimited bathroom access for students is causing significant challenges during school hours.
The device debate: Are phones really driving an increase in child and teenage mental health issues, or is it more complicated?Schools are increasingly banning phones due to their negative impact on mental health.
Exclusive | Parents, educators beg NYC to allow shorter days for tots starting 3-K, pre-K: 'Cruel and abusive'The NYC DOE's rule eliminating staggered schedules for young students is causing backlash from parents and educators, highlighting concerns about child welfare.
UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for ChildrenCurrent studies on smartphone bans in schools yield contradictory results and lack sufficient depth.Banning phones might improve concentration, but does not guarantee reduced bullying or increased play.Focus should shift towards education on healthy technology use rather than outright bans.
The device debate: Are phones really driving an increase in child and teenage mental health issues, or is it more complicated?Schools are increasingly banning phones due to their negative impact on mental health.
Exclusive | Parents, educators beg NYC to allow shorter days for tots starting 3-K, pre-K: 'Cruel and abusive'The NYC DOE's rule eliminating staggered schedules for young students is causing backlash from parents and educators, highlighting concerns about child welfare.
UK Considers New Smartphone Bans for ChildrenCurrent studies on smartphone bans in schools yield contradictory results and lack sufficient depth.Banning phones might improve concentration, but does not guarantee reduced bullying or increased play.Focus should shift towards education on healthy technology use rather than outright bans.
Texas Bill Would Allow Any Parent Or District Resident To Challenge The Presence Of A Book In A School LibraryTexas senate passes SB 13, increasing parental control over school library materials while imposing stricter controls on book access.
California passes school cellphone restrictions. But some students find workaroundsCalifornia's Phone-Free Schools Act aims to limit smartphone use in schools to enhance student focus and social interaction.
Texas Bill Would Allow Any Parent Or District Resident To Challenge The Presence Of A Book In A School LibraryTexas senate passes SB 13, increasing parental control over school library materials while imposing stricter controls on book access.
California passes school cellphone restrictions. But some students find workaroundsCalifornia's Phone-Free Schools Act aims to limit smartphone use in schools to enhance student focus and social interaction.
UK study says school phone bans don't affect students' total screen timeRestrictive smartphone policies in schools may not significantly reduce phone or social media use among students.
Criticism increases for LAUSD disrupting sports when not all areas were affectedLAUSD's cancellation of sports activities amid air quality concerns has sparked criticism for being unnecessarily cautious and disruptive.
School vaccine requirements by state: What to know as measles outbreaks riseVaccination requirements for school children vary by state, influencing school policies and exemptions.Some states have stricter vaccination rules, while others offer broader exemptions, illustrating a debate on public health vs. personal choice.
Life-or-death consequences': families fear rollback of school vaccine requirements under RFK JrThe struggle over school COVID protocols reflects broader conflicts around public health policies and vaccine mandates in the U.S.
School vaccine requirements by state: What to know as measles outbreaks riseVaccination requirements for school children vary by state, influencing school policies and exemptions.Some states have stricter vaccination rules, while others offer broader exemptions, illustrating a debate on public health vs. personal choice.
Life-or-death consequences': families fear rollback of school vaccine requirements under RFK JrThe struggle over school COVID protocols reflects broader conflicts around public health policies and vaccine mandates in the U.S.
I tried to protect my 5-year-old's privacy online - then his school covered his face with an emojiMiscommunication about privacy policies led to a boy's exclusion being highlighted in his class photo.
Gen Alpha keeps tripping and falling over their own Crocs, so schools are banning the shoes over safety concernsGrowing safety concerns have led schools to ban Crocs to prevent accidents and distractions among students.
Furious mom says daughter among group of school girls locked in classroom for wearing the wrong shoesParents are outraged over a school's strict uniform policy that forced students to be punished for wearing non-compliant shoes.
A Teacher Is Giving Students Extra Credit If They Don't Use The Restroom During Class, And Parents Are LividA school policy penalizing restroom use by withholding extra credit is deemed unfair and harmful by parents.Such policies disproportionately affect students with disabilities and female students.
Furious mom says daughter among group of school girls locked in classroom for wearing the wrong shoesParents are outraged over a school's strict uniform policy that forced students to be punished for wearing non-compliant shoes.
A Teacher Is Giving Students Extra Credit If They Don't Use The Restroom During Class, And Parents Are LividA school policy penalizing restroom use by withholding extra credit is deemed unfair and harmful by parents.Such policies disproportionately affect students with disabilities and female students.
Boy who died in blisteringly hot P.E. class inspires new law to protect students during extreme weatherYahushua's Law will enforce safety guidelines for student activities during extreme weather, enhancing protection and preventing tragedies.Innovative legislation aims to reduce risks associated with extreme weather in California schools.
Proposed Regulations Could Impact Rock Climbers In California | KQEDClimbers may face restrictions on rock climbing gear in wilderness areas, sparking debate on conservation vs. route access.
Boy who died in blisteringly hot P.E. class inspires new law to protect students during extreme weatherYahushua's Law will enforce safety guidelines for student activities during extreme weather, enhancing protection and preventing tragedies.Innovative legislation aims to reduce risks associated with extreme weather in California schools.
Proposed Regulations Could Impact Rock Climbers In California | KQEDClimbers may face restrictions on rock climbing gear in wilderness areas, sparking debate on conservation vs. route access.
AI Is Triggering a Child-Sex-Abuse CrisisGenerative AI is increasingly being used to create sexually explicit images of children, highlighting an emerging crisis in safety.
Verbum Dei drops its football program for rest of the seasonVerbum Dei has suspended its football program for the season due to low player numbers and resignations.
Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Across American Schools Are Seriously Impacting Queer YouthAnti-LGBTQ+ policies in schools significantly harm the safety and mental health of LGBTQ+ students.
Los Angeles' school district banned cellphones outright. Should Berkeley follow suit?The debate over cellphone use in schools involves balancing distractions and mental health benefits with potential communication needs and enforcement challenges.
The Challenging Art of Supporting Students After Suicide LossSchools must prepare comprehensive postvention plans for suicide to protect and support students effectively.
Readers Respond: "Phones are a distraction in the classroom"Readers are divided on allowing phones in schools; citing distractions, safety needs, and mental health issues as key factors.
Opinion: Why LAUSD should ban smartphones in schoolsBanning student cellphones during school day can create healthier learning environments by addressing distractions and mental health concerns.
Why Do So Many People Wear All Black?The ban on wearing all black in schools highlights the complex symbolism and cultural perceptions associated with black clothing.
Anti-LGBTQ+ Policies Across American Schools Are Seriously Impacting Queer YouthAnti-LGBTQ+ policies in schools significantly harm the safety and mental health of LGBTQ+ students.
Los Angeles' school district banned cellphones outright. Should Berkeley follow suit?The debate over cellphone use in schools involves balancing distractions and mental health benefits with potential communication needs and enforcement challenges.
The Challenging Art of Supporting Students After Suicide LossSchools must prepare comprehensive postvention plans for suicide to protect and support students effectively.
Readers Respond: "Phones are a distraction in the classroom"Readers are divided on allowing phones in schools; citing distractions, safety needs, and mental health issues as key factors.
Opinion: Why LAUSD should ban smartphones in schoolsBanning student cellphones during school day can create healthier learning environments by addressing distractions and mental health concerns.
Why Do So Many People Wear All Black?The ban on wearing all black in schools highlights the complex symbolism and cultural perceptions associated with black clothing.
Modern Morals: My daughter has been bullied and the school isn't doing enough - can I talk to the bully myself?Parents need to ensure their children understand the impact of their behavior, especially in bullying situations.Schools must take bullying seriously and hold all parties accountable to prevent further distress.
California schools are saying no phones. Students are finding ways around the bans.Banning cellphones in schools increases socialization and reduces bullying but presents enforcement challenges and reveals issues of student device addiction.
Modern Morals: My daughter has been bullied and the school isn't doing enough - can I talk to the bully myself?Parents need to ensure their children understand the impact of their behavior, especially in bullying situations.Schools must take bullying seriously and hold all parties accountable to prevent further distress.
California schools are saying no phones. Students are finding ways around the bans.Banning cellphones in schools increases socialization and reduces bullying but presents enforcement challenges and reveals issues of student device addiction.
London school to swap smartphones for 'bricks'The Fulham Boys School has banned smartphones for younger pupils, allowing only basic phones to promote healthier childhood experiences.
California Becomes the First State to Ban Student Gender Notification PoliciesCalifornia Governor signed a law prohibiting schools from notifying parents when students request to use different names or pronouns, protecting transgender students' privacy and safety.
This new legislation will help protect LGBTQ+ students in CaliforniaCalifornia passed a law banning school districts from requiring parental notification of a student's gender identification change.
Bay Area students going back to school amid ongoing COVID waveCalifornia's COVID positivity rate is on the rise as schools begin, with no special precautions taken by many districts.
Newsom nudges school districts to restrict student cellphone useEfforts in California and South Carolina to limit student cellphone use in schools aim to reduce distractions and address mental health concerns.
California Becomes the First State to Ban Student Gender Notification PoliciesCalifornia Governor signed a law prohibiting schools from notifying parents when students request to use different names or pronouns, protecting transgender students' privacy and safety.
This new legislation will help protect LGBTQ+ students in CaliforniaCalifornia passed a law banning school districts from requiring parental notification of a student's gender identification change.
Bay Area students going back to school amid ongoing COVID waveCalifornia's COVID positivity rate is on the rise as schools begin, with no special precautions taken by many districts.
Newsom nudges school districts to restrict student cellphone useEfforts in California and South Carolina to limit student cellphone use in schools aim to reduce distractions and address mental health concerns.
Gavin Newsom says California schools need to 'act now' in banning phone use in the classroomEfforts to restrict smartphone use in schools to enhance student focus and mental well-being are gaining momentum.
California bill bans school districts from 'outing' transgender students to their parentsCalifornia Democrats are introducing a bill to prohibit school districts from adopting harmful 'forced outing' policies for LGBTQ students.
How a Connecticut middle school won the battle against cellphonesRestricting cellphones in schools can have profound positive impacts on student behavior and social interactions.
Ontario to tighten regulations on cell phone use in schools: source | CBC NewsOntario government to announce crackdown on cell phone use and vaping in schools, aiming to be a 'leader in this space'.
'I don't have to be caged for your happiness': Why I find hope in today's queer youthGrowing up in a religious community can instill fear of hell, even without direct teachings from parents or pastors.
School Cellphone Bans Have Buzz, but May Be Hard to EnforceSuccess of cellphone bans in schools depends on detailed implementation and consideration of practical situations.
Parents of Westchester County kids against 'preferred pronouns' sue school districtParents sue school for not using 'preferred pronouns' citing First Amendment rights.