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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…
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Chicago Public Schools faces scrutiny over therapy deal
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has partnered with Hazel Health to provide free virtual therapy for high school students, addressing a growing mental health crisis. However, privacy advocates are raising concerns about the contract, suggesting it may violate the Illinois Student Online Privacy Protection Act. Cassie Creswell of Illinois Families for Public Schools said: “If these…
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Advocates warn against ending data tracking on racial gaps in special education
The U.S. Department of Education has proposed eliminating a requirement for states to submit detailed data on racial disparities in special education from their annual IDEA Part B grant applications, aiming to reduce administrative burdens. While states would still have to comply with the Equity in IDEA rule requiring them to identify and address significant…
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Mental health service funding fears loom over schools
The ongoing government shutdown and President Donald Trump’s policies have created significant uncertainty regarding mental health funding for schools. Julie Giannini-Previde, superintendent of the McKinleyville Union School District in California, expressed concern, commenting: “You have to be under a rock as an educational leader to not be worried about how any of this is going…
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Utah district’s cellphone ban boosts student focus
In February 2023, Shauna Haney, principal of Ogden High School north of Salt Lake City, implemented a cellphone policy aimed at increasing student engagement. After observing that students were distracted by their phones, she noted: “If they’re on their phone, they’re not actively engaged in the learning process.” The policy involves confiscating phones after multiple…
