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Florida district recommends closing 10 schools. Here's the list

Florida district recommends closing 10 schools. Here's the list

Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn recommended the closures of 10 schools in the district.

Broward County School Board to Host Swearing-in Ceremony and Organizational Meeting

Broward County School Board to Host Swearing-in Ceremony and Organizational Meeting

The Broward County School Board is scheduled to hold a swearing-in ceremony for newly elected and re-elected members on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at 9 a.m. The event will take place at Dillard 6-12 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Following the ceremony, an annual Organizational Meeting will be held at 2 p.m. at the Kathleen C. Wright Administration Center, also in Fort Lauderdale. During this meeting, the School Board will elect its Chair and Vice Chair. The Oath of Office will be administered to several individuals, including Maura McCarthy Bulman (re-elected, District 1), Adam Cervera, Esq. (newly elected, District 6), Cynthia Alceus Dominique (newly elected, District 7), Nicole Morst (newly elected, District 4), and Dr. Allen Zeman (re-elected, Countywide At-Large, Seat 8). The public is invited to attend both events, and media coverage is welcomed.

Canadian Report Details Pandemic Learning Loss in Schools

Canadian Report Details Pandemic Learning Loss in Schools

A new report titled 'Pandemic Learning Loss in Canada: Student Performance Before, During, and After COVID-19' has been released, detailing the significant disruptions to schooling across Canada due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Established by the President of the Royal Society of Canada in April 2020, the RSC Task Force on COVID-19 mandated this study to provide evidence-informed perspectives on major societal challenges. The report synthesizes findings from 15 studies, including 13 that assess changes in student achievement across 11 provinces and territories using data from ministries of education. It also includes a meta-analysis of 20 Canadian studies and a specific study on factors associated with school closures in Ontario, which experienced some of the longest and most prolonged interruptions to in-person schooling internationally. The research examines how student achievement changed following the pandemic's onset and whether these changes varied by subject, grade, student characteristics, and geograp...

Ferndale High School Teachers Secure Compensation After Classroom Flooding Incident

Ferndale High School Teachers Secure Compensation After Classroom Flooding Incident

Teachers at Ferndale High School in a Detroit suburb successfully advocated for compensation after multiple classrooms were flooded due to the school's dilapidated building. On the eve of professional development week, seven classrooms were found with industrial fans and dehumidifiers, rendering them unsuitable for preparation. Despite an email from the principal stating the classrooms were 'ready for our return,' teachers discovered the spaces were far from functional. This led to a collective action where six teachers marched to the principal's office to demand either paid time for classroom setup or an exemption from professional development sessions. Initially met with a dismissive response, including the principal filming them for TikTok, the teachers' unified front ultimately resulted in the approval of three hours of paid time for classroom setup. This incident highlights ongoing issues with the school's infrastructure, which has experienced three floods in the past nine months, including one where ...

Alabama Screen-Time Commission Considers Classroom Technology Changes Amid Public Concerns

Alabama Screen-Time Commission Considers Classroom Technology Changes Amid Public Concerns

A statewide survey in Alabama, involving over 6,700 parents, teachers, and school officials, has revealed significant concerns regarding classroom screen time. The Governor's Commission on Screen-Based Instruction, chaired by Rep. Jeana Ross, is currently reviewing these findings to formulate recommendations that could influence future education policy and potential legislation. The survey indicated that a majority of parents believe their children spend too much time using screens at school, with 63.1% of K-5 parents, 76.8% of middle school parents, and 71.2% of high school parents reporting excessive screen use. Furthermore, 91% of parents and 88% of teachers agreed that students are easily distracted by non-instructional content on screens. Despite these concerns, the survey also highlighted that 59% of teachers, 50% of parents, and 62% of school leaders view digital learning platforms as an important part of a rich educational experience. The commission is focusing on whether technology serves a meanin...

Poughkeepsie City School District Appoints Da'Ron Wilson as Interim Superintendent, Adopts HMH Curriculum

Poughkeepsie City School District Appoints Da'Ron Wilson as Interim Superintendent, Adopts HMH Curriculum

Da'Ron Wilson has been officially sworn in as the interim superintendent of the Poughkeepsie City School District. Wilson, a Poughkeepsie High School alumnus, has a diverse background in education, including roles as a teacher, principal, and executive director of school engagement. He also served in the U.S. Army Reserves and Air Force Reserves, including a deployment to Kuwait. Board of Education President Jamar Cummings highlighted Wilson's extensive institutional knowledge and established relationships within the school community as key assets for his new role. Wilson's appointment follows the stepping down of Gregory Mott, who will assist in the leadership transition and integrate the Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH) curriculum as executive director of K-8 curriculum implementation. Wilson facilitated the adoption of the HMH curriculum, which Cummings described as a major priority for the board to strengthen academic consistency and improve student outcomes. The board plans to conduct a national search...

Fort Wayne Community Schools to End Police SRO Contract, Establish Internal Security Program

Fort Wayne Community Schools to End Police SRO Contract, Establish Internal Security Program

Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) has announced its decision to terminate its School Resource Officer (SRO) agreement with the Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) at the close of 2026. The school district plans to transition to an independently operated school security program, effective January 1, 2027. Under this new model, FWCS intends to hire 18 School Security Officers who will be direct employees of the district and assigned to its middle and high schools. These new security personnel will receive School Resource Officer training but will not hold sworn law enforcement status. The move aligns with a goal outlined in the district's 2023 SAFER referendum, which aimed to double the number of officers in middle and high schools. The estimated cost for the new program is approximately $1.2 million, compared to an estimated $1.13 million for continuing the agreement with FWPD in 2027, which was more than double the $539,870 paid in 2026.

St. Louis Public Schools Board Approves Closure of Nine Schools Amid Budget Deficit

St. Louis Public Schools Board Approves Closure of Nine Schools Amid Budget Deficit

The St. Louis Public Schools Board of Education has voted to close nine schools and restructure its magnet program, effective next year. This decision comes despite objections from parents, teachers, and students who advocated for a delay. The elementary schools slated for closure are Ames, Ashland, Carver, Hamilton, Hickey, Meramec, Monroe, and Walbridge, along with AESM @ L’Ouverture Middle School. This action will reduce the district's total number of schools from 61 to 52. Additionally, Clyde C. Miller Career Academy will cease new high school enrollments in 2027, transitioning into a career and technical education center by 2030. The board also decided to table a proposal for earlier start times for elementary students. This consolidation plan, known as Future Ready SLPS, aims to address a projected $41 million budget deficit for the current school year and respond to declining student enrollment and the costs associated with maintaining aging facilities.

Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District Faces Dissolution Vote in Local Election

Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District Faces Dissolution Vote in Local Election

Voters in the Oldham-Ramona-Rutland School District are participating in an election today, November 10, to determine the future of the district. The election, held at Nunda Fire Hall, will decide whether the district remains open or dissolves at the end of the 2026-2027 school year. A 'yes' vote supports the reorganization plan, which would lead to the district's dissolution and the division of its land and property among neighboring school districts, including Brookings, De Smet, Chester Area, Colman-Egan, Sioux Valley, Lake Preston, Madison Central, Howard, and Arlington. A 'no' vote opposes this plan, aiming to keep the district operational. The election follows a previous dissolution vote in December 2025 that failed by a narrow margin, and subsequent changes have been implemented to ensure transparency and proper conduct.

Olathe School District Initiates Boundary Meetings for Six Closing Schools Amidst Community Concerns

Olathe School District Initiates Boundary Meetings for Six Closing Schools Amidst Community Concerns

The Olathe School District has commenced a series of boundary meetings for six schools slated for closure, beginning with Black Bob Elementary. These meetings provide families with their initial opportunity to offer feedback on proposed boundary concepts, which will determine where students will be relocated. District leaders are presenting various options for review, and while feedback will be shared with school leadership and the Board of Education, it will not be subject to a formal vote. The first meeting at Black Bob Elementary marks the start of a two-week period of community engagements. Following these discussions, the district administration plans to submit a boundary proposal to the Board of Education in December, with a final vote anticipated in January. Parents, particularly from Black Bob Elementary, have voiced significant concerns regarding transportation and student safety for those who walk or ride to school, as current provisions may not accommodate relocation needs. Five of the six schoo...

Brougham Elementary Parents Express Concerns Over Class Sizes Amid Olathe School Closures

Brougham Elementary Parents Express Concerns Over Class Sizes Amid Olathe School Closures

Parents at Brougham Elementary School in Olathe, Kansas, are voicing concerns regarding potential increases in class sizes if their school receives students from one of the six Olathe schools slated for closure. The Olathe school board voted 7-0 on October 1 to close Indian Trail Middle School and Black Bob, Heritage, Scarborough, Tomahawk, and Walnut Grove elementary schools at the end of the current school year. Proposed boundary maps for Heritage Elementary, for instance, suggest sending students to Brougham and Madison Place elementary schools. While Olathe Public Schools Superintendent Brent Yeager stated in October that class size guidelines would remain consistent, parents like Christine Parker and Gail Snowbarger are worried about the impact on individual student attention, classroom dynamics, and physical space within Brougham Elementary.

Kennedy Middle School Principal Kevin Gildea Retires After 32 Years in Waltham Public Schools

Kennedy Middle School Principal Kevin Gildea Retires After 32 Years in Waltham Public Schools

Kevin Gildea, the principal of Kennedy Middle School in Waltham, is retiring on November 28 after 32 years of service within the Waltham Public Schools system. Gildea, who began as a history teacher in the late 1990s and became principal in 2018, is handing over leadership to Kevin Tracey, who has been working alongside him since mid-September. Gildea's tenure as principal began abruptly after the sudden death of his predecessor, John 'Jack' Cawley. During his time, Gildea oversaw significant changes, including evolving demographics, an expansion of school services to address family needs like housing and food, and a notable increase in student mental health challenges. He also implemented equitable grading practices, such as no grades below 50% and multiple opportunities for retakes, which have been credited with improving student engagement and test scores.