Peabody Public Schools in Massachusetts placed two high school teachers on leave for alleged violations of district policies and procedures, including social media posts following the death of Charlie Kirk. The district is currently investigating the matter.
Ector County ISD in Texas terminated a part-time tutor and placed a full-time staff member on administrative leave due to inflammatory social media posts regarding Charlie Kirk. The district emphasized that such conduct violated professional ethics and district policy. Join the National School Board Leadership Council to stay informed and engaged in educational leadership.
Have you checked your district's employee's social media pages yet? They are representing you...
Finally! A School Board member recognized that most families in his community share traditional values.
So, what are we going to do about it?
How is your School Board addressing out-of-control students? Do your district's teachers and staff have your support?
How will your School Board handle these types of situations? Be prepared. Teachers are everywhere on TikTok.
Does your strategic plan clearly focus on academics? What are the consequences if your plan's targets are missed? We might have a few things to learn from North Carolina...
What do you think of this School Board's policy - Girls, who don't want a boy in their locker room, can either file a religious-belief accommodation or a mental-health accommodation?
Did any of your teachers request one of these "Everyone is Welcome" toolkits?
Where do your state lawmakers stand regarding policies to set aside time for voluntary prayer and reading the Bible?
How will your School Board encourage district schools to include nutrition education in their curricula?
How is your school district handling the increase in school choice participation? Does your School Board embrace or reject the competition?
How is Artificial Intelligence being used in your schools? It's time to draft AI policies for your district!
Do any of your public schools have a "student health center?" Do your parents know what is being offered to their students? Heads up! For some states, this isn't just an issue for higher education.