Tag: education policy
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Middle School Student Faces Suspension Over ‘Patriotic’ Shirt
Get Pregnant Fast In a story that has stirred up discussions around school dress codes, a middle school student in Oregon found himself suspended for wearing a shirt displaying a “Battlefield Cross,” which features a rifle, boots, and a helmet. This incident is a refreshing departure from the usual narratives surrounding dress code controversies, often…
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New Mexico Bans Lunch Shaming: A Step Towards Fair Treatment in Schools
Get Pregnant Fast In a groundbreaking move, New Mexico has become the first state in the nation to outlaw the practice of lunch shaming in schools. This legislation, known as the Hunger-Free Students’ Bill of Rights, was signed into law by Governor Laura Torres, aiming to put an end to the humiliating treatment of students…
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First Grader in Brooklyn Suffers Tragic Choking Incident in Cafeteria
Get Pregnant Fast In a heartbreaking incident, a first grader from Brooklyn, New York, is currently on life support after choking on food in her school’s cafeteria. A paramedic, who was on duty outside the school, rushed in to assist when he heard a knock on his vehicle—only to find that no one inside the…
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You’re Mistaken, Betsy DeVos: Schools Aren’t Businesses
Get Pregnant Fast In her recent remarks, Betsy DeVos, the Secretary of Education and a billionaire conservative benefactor, likened choosing a school for your child to selecting between Uber, Lyft, or a traditional taxi service. This comparison, however, is not just misguided; it reveals a troubling perspective on education that undermines public schools and the…
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Obama Administration Urges Schools to Embrace Inclusivity: A Call to Action
Get Pregnant Fast As signs are posted outside gender-neutral restrooms at Santee High School in Los Angeles, California, a significant shift is taking place in our education system. The Obama Administration is stepping up, urging public schools to allow transgender students to utilize the bathrooms that align with their gender identity. Failure to comply could…
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What Parents Can Do to Protect Public Education Following Betsy DeVos’s Confirmation
Get Pregnant Fast The appointment of Betsy DeVos as the U.S. Secretary of Education has sparked unprecedented outrage among parents, educators, and advocates alike. Never before had a nominee faced such a fierce backlash, resulting in a tidal wave of phone calls, letters, and social media posts directed at senators. As a former teacher and,…
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No Pajamas, No Celebration: Principal Excludes Heartbroken Kids from School Event
Get Pregnant Fast A principal at a Brooklyn elementary school has sparked outrage after excluding students from a Valentine’s Day party for not wearing pajamas. The principal, Angela Martin, required low-income students to pay a $2 fee for a pajama-themed celebration, only to deny entry based on their attire. The event, dubbed the “Valentine’s Pajama…
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Moms Battle for Recess Legislation as Senator Dismisses Their Efforts
Get Pregnant Fast Imagine a scenario where your children attend a public school that offers no recess at all. What steps would you take? For a group of dedicated mothers in Florida, known as the Recess Advocates, the answer was to launch a petition that eventually led to the introduction of a bill. These mothers…