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Texas Bill Increases Scrutiny On School Libraries & Kids' Reading
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by on February 13, 2025February 13, 2025

Texas Bill Increases Scrutiny On School Libraries & Kids' Reading

Marco VDM/E+/Getty Images Libraries, particularly school libraries, have been the subject of legislation from both sides of the aisle over the past several years. Democrat-led states have implemented so-called “book ban bans,” strengthening protections for librarians and readers while Republican led states have sought to enforce stricter controls on what books are permitted in libraries...

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I'm Kind Of Bummed About This One Rule For My Daughter's Classroom Valentine's Day Party
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by on February 13, 2025February 13, 2025

I'm Kind Of Bummed About This One Rule For My Daughter's Classroom Valentine's Day Party

Jamie Grill/The Image Bank/Getty Images Once the school notice came home that my daughter’s Kindergarten class would be having a special Valentine’s Day party, I couldn’t help but think back to the classroom parties I used to have in school. I remember decorating my box or bag with ribbon, stickers, and construction paper hearts, hoping...

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Section 504 Protects Americans With Disabilities; It's Currently Under Attack
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by on February 13, 2025February 13, 2025

Section 504 Protects Americans With Disabilities; It's Currently Under Attack

skynesher/E+/Getty Images Parents of children with disabilities may be familiar with “a 504” as a plan made with their child’s school to accommodate their child’s health and learning. For example, a child with ADHD/ADD may be given movement breaks to help them focus, or extra time on a test. Children with allergies can rest easier...

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Watch This Illinois School Announce A Snow Day In The Most Pure Way
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by on February 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Watch This Illinois School Announce A Snow Day In The Most Pure Way

St. Joseph Grade School / Facebook There is truly no joy like Snow Day Joy. I remember waking up super early, running downstairs in my PJs to turn on the local news. I’d sit with my nose to the screen, following the ticker at the bottom to see if my school district would be marked...

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