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Citizen Portal News Washington

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2 days ago

House approves bill tightening student-restraint rules after debate The House passed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1795, which tightens limits on restraints in K–12 settings and narrows practices intended to prevent blocking of breathing or other physical harms; supporters said it balances safety and care, while opponents warned it removes tools before additional training and funding are provided.

The House has just passed a pivotal bill aimed at tightening student-restraint practices, sparking intense debate over safety and staff training.

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STNMagazine

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2 days ago

Action Plan Puts National Spotlight on Hidden Toll of Illegal Passing State road map aims at improving student safety at school bus stops by addressing risks from illegally passing motorists.

Illegal passing of school buses isn’t just a traffic violation—it’s a daily threat to student safety.

A new national action plan shines a light on the hidden toll, including near-misses and trauma that rarely make the data.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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2 days ago

Soddy‑Daisy approves school‑zone cameras and authorizes public‑safety purchases Police and fire leaders reported equipment plans: the fire department located an aerial platform truck secured for $140,000, police were authorized to buy a replacement truck, and commissioners authorized the mayor to sign a three‑year contract for school‑zone FDR cameras and license‑plate readers intended to improve student safety.

Soddy-Daisy is ramping up public safety with new equipment purchases and a cutting-edge school-zone camera program aimed at protecting our children!

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STNMagazine

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3 days ago

(STN Podcast E297) Deep Dive into Safety: Illegal Passing & Child Restraints, Plus Green Bus Funding Gain knowledge on school bus safety, including updates from an EPA webinar and safety measures for child restraints in buses.

New STN Podcast: A deep dive into school bus safety. We unpack the National Action Plan on illegal passing, discuss when to use child restraint systems on buses, and examine funding for green school buses.

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Citizen Portal News New York

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3 days ago

Residents press Rondout Valley for a 'safe schools' resolution; board cites existing policies and state law Public speakers urged the board to adopt a safe‑schools resolution to protect immigrant students; the board read a joint statement affirming the district follows state law and its safety plan and said it will review policy committee options and 'know your rights' training for staff.

Residents are rallying for a "safe schools" resolution in Rondout Valley to protect immigrant students and foster an inclusive environment.

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Citizen Portal News Maryland

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4 days ago

Board appoints Dr. Kibler as Queen Anne's County superintendent The Queen Anne's County Board of Education voted unanimously Feb. 4 to appoint Dr. Kibler as superintendent for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2026; members praised his operational leadership and pledged support as he moves from interim to permanent status.

Dr. Kibler has been appointed as the new superintendent of Queen Anne's County, promising a focus on student achievement and safety starting July 1, 2026.

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STNMagazine

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5 days ago

Action Plan Puts National Spotlight on Hidden Toll of Illegal Passing State road map aims at improving student safety at school bus stops by addressing risks from illegally passing motorists.

Illegal passing of stopped school buses happens an estimated 39 million times a year in the U.S., putting students at risk every day. A new national action plan aims to bring attention, accountability, and stronger protections for kids at the bus stop.

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Citizen Portal News California

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6 days ago

Parents and teachers press Burbank board over safety, special‑education cuts at Jefferson Elementary Multiple parents and teachers told the Burbank school board they fear for student safety after repeated incidents in a Jefferson Elementary classroom and urged the board to halt proposed cuts to behavioral aides and wellness specialists.

Parents and teachers are demanding urgent action from the Burbank school board after a fifth-grader's alarming behavior raised serious safety concerns at Thomas Jefferson Elementary.

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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6 days ago

Board approves letter urging federal protections for schools after public comments on immigration enforcement After student and community testimony about recent immigration enforcement near a Bellevue school, the board approved a letter asking the federal delegation to restore 'sensitive locations' protections and discussed district protocol updates to keep enforcement activity outside school buildings.

The Bellevue School District is taking a stand for student safety by urging federal officials to restore protections for schools amidst rising fears of immigration enforcement.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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1 week ago

Fairfax County Public Schools showcases ‘bus of the future’ with cameras, RFID tracking and parent app plans FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS staff demonstrated a new ‘bus of the future’ package—tablets with routing software, onboard cameras, RFID student scanning and a planned parent-tracking app—while highlighting student patrols and drivers’ roles in safety and equity.

FCPS is revolutionizing school transportation with cutting-edge technology, ensuring every student arrives safe, supported, and ready to learn!

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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1 week ago

Senate passes AI ‘sandbox’ bill to pilot educational technology under oversight The Senate approved SB 3 22 to create a voluntary, time‑limited regulatory sandbox for AI and other educational technologies. The bill requires vendor testing, educator training, parental notice and opt‑outs, independent evaluation, and legislative approval before statewide adoption.

Utah's Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill to create a regulated "sandbox" for testing AI in classrooms, ensuring safety and transparency before any statewide rollout!

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Citizen Portal News Oklahoma

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1 week ago

Rep. Kennedy’s PCS for personnel-student communication law restores duty to act while adding corroboration requirement Rep. Kennedy presented PCS 3 to HB 19‑37 to require administrators to act on student‑personnel communications allegations but only when there is some corroborating evidence; committee members debated whether the change conflicts with separate 24‑hour reporting proposals and whether testimonial corroboration suffices; the committee gave the PCS a do‑pass recommendation.

Rep. Kennedy's new legislation aims to protect students while ensuring that school personnel are safeguarded against false allegations by requiring corroborating evidence before suspensions.

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Citizen Portal News Missouri

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1 week ago

Board of education seats: contested elections produce ties and procedural confusion; special election set for June The governing council held board‑of‑education subdistrict elections March 2. Two candidates were approved unopposed; contested seats produced multiple roll calls, inconsistent weighted population tallies and a deadlock for one subdistrict, prompting the council to plan a special election at the June meeting.

Contested elections for the Special School District board have spiraled into chaos, leaving one seat undecided and a special election on the horizon.

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Citizen Portal News Florida

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1 week ago

Pasco superintendent orders review of personnel practices, flags tentative March 24 referendum Superintendent Dr. Lehi told the board he’s asked the legal department to review personnel practices after a file review found an employee remained in a non‑student‑facing role when termination may have been warranted; he also said the county tentatively set the district referendum for March 24 and described budget timing risks.

Superintendent Dr. Lehi is taking decisive action to review personnel practices after a concerning incident, emphasizing transparency and student safety.

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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1 week ago

Public commenters press district on student-transport safety and reported assault allegations During public comment Longview residents reported a shuttle incident in which a student was left at curb and described alleged sexual-assault reports involving high‑school athletes; the board said staff would follow up and collect contact information.

Longview community members are demanding answers on troubling student safety concerns, including allegations of misconduct and a shocking incident involving a left-behind student.

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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1 week ago

Longview parents demand accountability as superintendent pledges outside review after Mark Morris allegations At a packed Longview School Board meeting, families accused district staff of minimizing alleged sexual assaults at Mark Morris High School. Superintendent Dr. Feininger said the district is cooperating with law enforcement, has engaged a third-party investigator for athletic supervision, and will post updates to a district webpage.

Parents in Longview are demanding accountability after shocking allegations at Mark Morris High School, as the district vows to take action and ensure student safety.

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Protecting Our Students | SafeSchool MAP℠

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1 week ago

The National Standard for K–12 School Safety | Protecting Our Students Standardizing school safety nationwide with real-time assessments, scoring, and continuous improvement. Built by a nonprofit.

Your child's school has no verified safety score.

We score restaurants, hospitals, and Uber drivers — but 50 million kids have no standardized safety baseline.

"Does our school have a verified safety score?"

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Citizen Portal News Illinois

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1 week ago

Students, parents urge CHSD 128 board to keep equity position and set hiring goals Students and community members urged the District 128 Board to retain a dedicated diversity/equity coordinator, adopt measurable hiring goals for certified educators of color and treat representation as a student-safety issue.

Students demand accountability from the CHSD 128 Board, urging them to preserve a dedicated diversity role to ensure safety and belonging for all.

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Observe Lebanon

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1 week ago

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Schools in Marjayoun will suspend classes on March 2, 2026, to prioritize safety, with hopes to resume on March 3, depending on conditions.

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Citizen Portal News US

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2 weeks ago

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights opens bipartisan probe of campus antisemitism The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights on Feb. 19 opened a bipartisan investigation into antisemitism on American colleges and universities and federal enforcement of Title VI, hearing legal experts, agency officials and dozens of students and advocates.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has launched a pivotal bipartisan investigation into rising antisemitism on college campuses, aiming to ensure student safety while upholding free speech rights.

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Citizen Portal News New Jersey

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2 weeks ago

Metuchen board reviews curriculum, technology budgets; student-safety report shows 15 incidents On Feb. 24 the Metuchen Board of Education heard presentations on the proposed 2026–27 curriculum and technology budgets, learned the student safety data system recorded 15 qualifying incidents in Period 1, and received construction and solar/ESIP updates. Board members asked for further cost reductions in tech subscriptions.

The Metuchen Board of Education is making strides in budgeting for a safer and more innovative future, but with 15 student safety incidents reported, there's much more to discuss.

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 weeks ago

Parents and staff urge board to slow consolidation plans, raise staffing and special‑needs concerns Dozens of public commenters at the Feb. 24 meeting urged the board to pause consolidation plans that would close five elementary schools, raised concerns about clustering intense special‑needs classrooms, criticized timing of RIF notices, and asked the district to preserve relationships and services for vulnerable students.

Parents and educators rallied at a recent meeting, passionately urging the board to reconsider controversial consolidation plans that threaten the safety and support of our most vulnerable students.

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Citizen Portal News Oregon

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2 weeks ago

Senate passes bill to clarify schools’ response to immigration enforcement, citing Plyler v. Doe Senate Bill 15 38 adds immigration status to Oregon anti-discrimination protections for schools and directs DOJ consultation to create guidance for school responses to federal immigration enforcement; the measure passed on final reading with a constitutional majority.

Oregon's Senate just passed a groundbreaking bill to protect students from discrimination based on immigration status, ensuring a safer school environment for all!

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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2 weeks ago

CMCSS board hears data showing rise in personal electronic device violations; staff to recommend code changes in May Chief Communications Officer Anthony Johnson presented survey and enforcement data on the district's student personal electronic devices policy, reporting a roughly 29.2% increase in recorded violations after the revision, and said staff will bring recommendations tied to new technologies to the board in May.

The CMCSS board reveals a shocking 29.2% spike in student device violations since tightening policies, sparking a heated debate on tech use in schools.

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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2 weeks ago

Bill would create DOE work group to study technologies that flag at-risk students SB39 directs the Department of Education to convene a stakeholder workgroup to evaluate student-monitoring products marketed to identify students at risk of harm and to report on privacy, effectiveness, and practices by Nov. 15. The subcommittee unanimously reported and referred the measure to appropriations.

Virginia is taking a bold step with SB39, paving the way for a workgroup to scrutinize technologies aimed at identifying at-risk students and ensuring their safety.

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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2 weeks ago

Committee backs middle‑school digital-skills course and advisory tech council The Senate Education Committee unanimously recommended the first substitute of HB 218, directing the State Board to establish digital-skills standards for seventh/eighth grade and create an advisory tech council to guide K–12 tech education.

Utah is taking a giant leap towards digital literacy in schools with a new bill that promises safer navigation of technology, social media, and AI for middle schoolers!

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Citizen Portal News Utah

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2 weeks ago

Senate committee advances bill to clarify educator discipline, prompting split public comment The Senate Education Committee gave SB 312 a favorable recommendation after debate and public testimony. Sponsors say the bill clarifies when license suspensions bar school employment; unions and some school officials urged waiting for a UPAK audit and warned of unintended consequences.

A new bill aimed at reforming educator-discipline laws in Utah could reshape how misconduct is handled in schools, stirring up both support and controversy.

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Citizen Portal News Washington

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2 weeks ago

Committee advances bill to restrict student restraint and ban purpose-built isolation rooms The Early Learning & K–12 Education Committee advanced Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1795, which narrows authorized uses of restraint and bars rooms designed primarily for student isolation while adding reporting requirements tied to school resource officers; an amendment to the striking amendment failed before the bill received a due‑pass recommendation to the rules committee.

A groundbreaking bill has just advanced that aims to limit harmful restraints on students and eliminate isolation rooms in Washington's public schools!

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Citizen Portal News Indiana

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2 weeks ago

District details Phase‑3 consolidation timeline and staffing plan; superintendent orders HR and transportation review Superintendent Doctor Hough and cabinet members outlined Phase 3 of the consolidation process and a staffing timeline (preference lists March 4; preference forms due March 13; reassignment notices by March 27; transfers window May 1–15). Doctor Hough also said he will authorize an investigation into HR and Transportation procedures after recent safety concerns were raised.

Superintendent Doctor Hough unveils a transformative Phase-3 consolidation plan focused on prioritizing people, while addressing staffing timelines and safety reviews in response to community feedback.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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2 weeks ago

Kentucky Senate approves mandatory 12-month expulsion for assaults on school employees with limited exemptions The Senate passed Senate Bill 101 after debate over scope and discretion. The bill mandates a 12-month expulsion for students in grades 6–12 who assault a school employee, with exemptions for manifestation of disability (IEP) and provocation by staff; sponsor cited 25,000 reported assaults since 2021.

The Kentucky Senate just passed a controversial bill mandating a 12-month expulsion for students who assault school employees, raising concerns about its impact on young offenders and the safety of classrooms.

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