“New” Cell Phone Policy in Anne Arundel Schools: Sounds Good, But Good Luck Enforcing it
So, AA County issues this policy. Interesting. Notice the language usage: “students…will be able to use their cell phones less during the school day in the coming year..” The Policy states: Elementary and middle school students must have their phones off or on silent mode and out of sight throughout the school day, including at …
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When MOUs Are Ignored: Analyzing the Palm View K-8 Incident
Introduction: In a recent incident at Palm View K-8 School in Florida, a situation involving a School Resource Officer (SRO), school administrators, and a student escalated to an arrest, sparking concerns about the proper enforcement of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and the school district. The incident, captured on bodycam …
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Student Arrested While Attempting to Leave: Analyzing the Hanes Magnet School Incident
Analyzing the Hanes Magnet School Incident Introduction: A Hanes Magnet School in Winston -Salem NC, involving a School Resource Officer (SRO), a student, and a counselor raises questions about the roles and responsibilities outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the school district and local law enforcement. The incident, which resulted in the arrest …
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You Have to Build Relationships! What does this really mean?
Educators are told daily that they “must build relationships” with their students, but what does this mean? It’s not about entertaining students to gain their approval or to be liked. Building relationships in the educational setting is about creating genuine, meaningful connections. There are cases where some students and teachers do not or cannot create …
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Accountability Over Awards: Engaging Parents to Tackle Absenteeism
Improving School Attendance: A Comprehensive Approach As an administrator with years of experience, I’ve come to understand that improving school attendance requires a multifaceted approach. Attendance is not just about students being present in class; it’s intertwined with the overall school climate, discipline, safety, teacher attendance, and satisfaction. To truly address attendance issues, a detailed …
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Implementing MOUs for School and Law Enforcement Partnerships: Roles and Responsibilities, Student Data Access, and Questioning of Students
Effective partnerships between schools and law enforcement are crucial for fostering safe and supportive educational environments. Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) between schools and law enforcement agencies outline the operational procedures and implementation strategies necessary for maintaining these partnerships. Three areas that frequently cause disagreements are the delineation of roles and responsibilities, protocols for student data …
Opinion: The Uvalde Massacre Response – A Clear Case of Cowardice
Former Uvalde schools police chief Pete Arredondo was recently indicted by a grand jury on 10 counts of felony child endangerment/abandonment for his role in the slow police response during the 2022 Uvalde school massacre. Arredondo was briefly booked into the county jail before being released on bond. Alongside him, former school officer Adrian Gonzales …
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DOJ Settlement with Wichita Public Schools Over Discriminatory Discipline Practices
In a recent development, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has reached a settlement with Wichita Public Schools following an investigation that uncovered discriminatory disciplinary practices against black and disabled students. The findings revealed systemic issues in how the district managed discipline, leading to severe repercussions for these groups. Findings of Discrimination Below is a …
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Is Your School’s Discipline Policy Failing? Discover the Approach Denver Public Schools is Taking
Denver Public Schools (DPS) is embarking on a significant transformation in how it handles student discipline by introducing a comprehensive new discipline matrix. This initiative aims to guide staff more effectively on matters of student suspensions and expulsions, ensuring a more equitable, specific, and practical approach to student behavior management. A Detailed Approach to Discipline …
New Laws Effective July 1 in Tennessee: Enhancing School Safety and Protecting Employees
Starting July 1, Tennessee will implement a series of new laws aimed at enhancing school safety, protecting the salaries of assaulted school employees, and increasing penalties for threats of mass violence in schools. These measures, passed by the Tennessee General Assembly, seek to address key issues faced by the state’s educational institutions and their staff. …
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