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Trump Education Dept. To Scale Back Civil Rights Cases

The federal government should have a limited role in education, says Education Secretary Betsy DeVos.
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Racial Disparity In Handcuffed Students

Police officers lacking school environment training make most arrests--including handcuffing emotionally distressed students.
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos Testifies To House Appropriations Committee On Education Dept. Budget
Federal Funds Can Go To Schools That Discriminate

Education Sec. DeVos empowers states to decide which schools receive student vouchers.
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Watch: How School Choice Impacts Black Community

It's essential to understand how education policies affect our community and children.
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Watch: Pros & Cons Of School Choice

Professor Christopher Emdin explains both sides of this hot-button issue.
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School Choice Explained

Here’s a primer on the basic elements of school choice.
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Let's No Longer Neglect Marginalized Students

The U.S. must move from being a nation that applauds the few who manage to beat the odds to a…
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Here's How Overutilized Security Measures Affect Black Students

Increased security has unintended negative consequences, especially for African-American students.
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Obama-Era School Diversity Program Axed

Diversity advocates are skeptical of Betsy DeVos' assurances of her commitment to diverse classrooms.
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Doubt Cast On Florida's Improving Graduation Rate

An investigative news report alleges school districts use deceptive practices to bump up grad rates..
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Surprisingly, DeVos Expresses Support Of Public Schools

The education Secretary, a school choice advocate, told the Council of Great City Schools that she supports public schools.
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Stop Criminalizing Black Girls

According to author Monique Morris, Black girls make up 16 percent of American school students, but account for over 33…
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Congress tosses Obama-Era Education Accountability Rule

Congress repeals an Obama-era education policy that addressed school accountability.
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Detroit Debates Value Of Charter Schools

The NAACP's education task force stops in Detroit on its nationwide education quality tour.
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Studies Cast Shadow On School Choice Agenda

Research questions the effectiveness of school vouchers to close the academic achievement gap.
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Money Does Matter In Education

A study shows that low-income students improve academically with more spending. This raises questions about funding equity.
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Maryland School District Celebrates Graduation Rate Increase

Predominantly Black Prince George's County Public Schools touts its rising graduation rate. Administrators implemented measures that paid off.
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Georgia's Bid To Take Over Failing Schools Fails

Voters overwhelmingly turned down a constitutional amendment for the special statewide school district. At issue were education funds and control.
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Coleman Report: 50 Years Later

James Coleman's landmark study is still relevant today. Its findings about poverty and education continue to inform policymakers.
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Will ‘No-Zero’ Grading Help Struggling Black Students?

Supporters of no-zero grading argue that it keeps failing students engaged. Opponents contend that it makes students less accountable.
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