Oxford High School Shooting: Counselor and Dean of Students Can be Held Accountable
The Oxford High School shooting, carried out by Ethan Crumbley, sent shockwaves through Michigan and the nation. While Ethan faces a life sentence, another legal battle is brewing involving his parents, who are now being held accountable for their alleged negligence. The incident has raised critical questions about responsible gun ownership, mental health, and parental …
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Uvalde School Shooting: The Continuing Controversy Surrounding the Texas Tragedy
In the wake of the Uvalde school shooting that shook Southwest Texas, a cloud of controversy and unanswered questions looms over the tragedy. While the incident itself was undoubtedly a horrific act of violence, what has followed is a series of legal battles, lawsuits, and allegations that have left the community searching for answers. The …
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On Edge: Recent School Safety Incidents Shake Parents
Recent incidents have once again brought the issue of school safety to the forefront, underscoring the delicate balance schools and communities must strike between providing secure environments for learning and preserving an open, welcoming atmosphere. Despite concerted efforts and improved security measures, these incidents remind us that concerns about safety persist. Intruders at Auburn Riverside …
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Worcester County Board of Education Responds to Letter from Sheriff and State’s Attorney: JDLR!
In its statement, the Board of Education of Worcester County said: “It is important that everyone understand that it is this Board’s opinion that this is not a matter of “truth” vs. “fiction” but rather a clear breakdown in communication between the Sheriff, State’s Attorney, and school system’s Executive Team. This needs immediate attention and …
Transforming Education: A Journey Towards Safer Schools
In today’s ever-changing educational landscape, the pursuit of safe and productive learning environments has never been more critical. I’m John Huber, and with over 15 years of dedicated experience as a school administrator, my journey has been dedicated to shaping schools into places where students not only learn but thrive. Building Strong Foundations in School …
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The Challenge of School Safety: Reporting, Reality, and Responsibility in Worcester County, MD
In recent news, Worcester County’s top law enforcement officials, State’s Attorney Kris Heiser and Sheriff Matt Crisafulli, have expressed concerns about the safety of our local schools. These concerns revolve around what they’ve identified as a “consistent lack of notification to law enforcement about criminal activity and delinquent acts occurring at school or by students.” …
Controversial Consequences: The Disengagement and Voter Suppression Impact of School Suspensions
Suspending students from school for misbehavior can make it more likely that they disengage, not just from school but perhaps also from civic life as adults. A new study presented at the Society for Research on Educational Effectiveness meeting finds that students suspended once or twice in high school were more than 16 percent less …
Controversial Decision: Judge Rules on Gender Identity Clash in Wisconsin School District
A recent development in Wisconsin involves a state judge’s decision to invalidate a school district’s informal practice of acknowledging a student’s desire to transition to a different gender identity, including adopting a new name and pronouns, even when parental consent was lacking and despite parental objections. This ruling is part of a larger context of …
Student Arrested by SRO; an Analysis
In this video I look at an incident where a a student was arrested by the SRO. I dive into all that went wrong.