This article highlights how Albuquerque Public Schools is responding to a record number of firearms on campus by mandating clear backpacks and investing in targeted safety infrastructure like heavy-duty classroom locks. For school board members, this serves as a case study in implementing high-visibility, low-cost deterrents that address immediate security threats while remaining fiscally accountable to the community.
The shifting landscape of higher education—marked by a retreat from DEI, a reduction in federal funding, and a pivot toward workforce-ready community college degrees—serves as a critical roadmap for K-12 school boards. Local leaders must ensure their districts are academically rigorous and fiscally lean to better prepare students for an evolving university system that is increasingly prioritizing merit, AI integration, and cost-effective credentialing over social agendas.
Pittsburgh Public Schools’ new 'bell-to-bell' cellphone ban is a common-sense victory for academic focus and student safety. By eliminating the constant distractions of social media and cyberbullying during school hours, they are prioritizing high-quality instruction and helping students reconnect with their teachers and peers. This policy change is a vital step toward restoring educational standards and protecting children from the documented harms of excessive screen time.
A recent EdChoice survey reveals that 65% of parents believe teaching civil debate is a top priority for high schools, emphasizing the need for students to master critical thinking and respectful discourse. For school board members, this highlights a clear mandate to move away from divisive, anti-American ideological indoctrination and instead focus on 'durable skills' that empower students to engage thoughtfully in a free society. By integrating these skills into core subjects, we can honor parental rights and ensure our graduates are prepared to build stronger families and more resilient communities.
This analysis of the educational landscape for 2026 underscores the urgent need for school boards to champion transparency and parental authority against entrenched bureaucracies. It highlights critical battles—including the removal of radical indoctrination and the regulation of classroom technology—that are essential for empowering families and ensuring our resources are focused on student achievement rather than political agendas.
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What does your School Board think about the dismantling of the Department of Education?
A federal appeals court in Ohio ruled Thursday that students cannot be forced to use preferred pronouns in school.
ESA laws can support—or stifle—new schools. How is your school board going to handle this competition?
Oregon teachers have overthrown their costly and bureaucratic union in favor of an independently run, student-centered alternative. Do your district teachers know they have other options too?
We've been singing the praises of Teacher Freedom Alliance for months! This will be exciting to watch and follow...
As American public schools continue to struggle with declining performance, a new survey shows parents overwhelmingly want more education options – and they continue to strongly support school choice. Does your School Board have a public stance on School Choice?
How will your School Board encourage district schools to include nutrition education in their curricula?
Do you need a resource to combat The 1619 Project in your schools?
Another School Board restricts cellphone use. How will your School Board interpret state law? We can help!