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Students take the stand in NYC
A month-long moot court program in New York City provides high school students with a unique opportunity to engage in legal proceedings, enhancing their understanding of government. Participants, such as Magda Khedr from Susan E. Wagner High School, argue fictional cases before law students from Fordham University. Khedr stated: “We contend that the search of…
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Special education leaders and disability advocates unite to defend IDEA
On Thursday more than 850 local, state and national organizations, led by the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates and the Council of Administrators of Special Education, released a joint commitment to support federal special education law, and to oppose any move that separates services for students with disabilities from the U.S. Department of Education….
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Level Up Your Students’ Future-Ready Skills
As the workforce and student needs evolve, how can schools ensure students are future-ready? Career and Technical Education (CTE) offers a strategic solution. Our comprehensive free guide empowers school leaders with practical tools—from student interest surveys to employment landscape checklists—to strengthen CTE offerings and equip students with the skills, knowledge, and mindsets needed for future…
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Surge in Empire State Manufacturing Index surpasses expectations
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s Empire State Manufacturing Index has significantly outperformed expectations, rising to 18.7 from a prior reading of 10.7 and well above the 6.1 forecast. A figure above zero indicates improving conditions, and this latest surge suggests New York’s manufacturing sector is gaining momentum. The index, derived from a monthly…
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Judge says Tesla lawsuit cannot proceed as a class action
A California judge has said that more than 6,000 Black workers at Tesla’s flagship assembly plant in Fremont cannot sue over alleged racial harassment as a class. The ruling by California Superior Court Judge Peter Borkon reverses an earlier decision. Borkon said the 2017 lawsuit could not move forward as a class action because many…
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Boosting student success through communication
Research indicates that enhanced communication between parents and teachers can significantly improve student achievement. With various communication tools available, including newsletters, emails, and messaging apps, educators can share updates and student progress more effectively. However, experts advise that teachers should use these tools strategically, considering that not all families have access to smartphones or the…
