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Behind the Scenes of Public School Spending and Budgets: With Willie Deutsch
Do you know how many of your tax dollars go into the public school system? We interviewed with a four-year school board member to find out.
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Welcome to the Noah Webster Education Foundation blog! Here, you’ll find the latest education news, expert guidance, and in-depth resources all in one place. Explore pro/con guides, research school options, dive into hot topics in learning, and gain insights that can inspire meaningful action in your community.
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Should Children Learn that Islamic Terrorists Were to Blame for 9/11?
A recent lecture hosted at the Virginia Department of Education advised teachers not to attribute the Sept. 11 attacks to Islamic extremism.
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Let Your Kids Make A Mess
Believe it or not, if you look at messes the right way for your child, they can be a doorway to curiosity and productivity.
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Event recap: Real change happens when parents act
It’s up to parents to initiate intentional conversations with their students about what is going on in the student’s life. Mutual respect can bloom from this and give children the opportunity to see that their voices are heard and their concerns are valid.
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The Biden Administration Sends Message of Support to Transgender Students
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Opinion: The Tyranny of Feelings
In this opinion letter, concerned citizen Joseph Stringer warns of the danger of telling children that anything they feel is the truth, especially when it comes to their gender.
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Does Class Size Impact Student Outcomes?
Class size is one of the biggest factors in providing a learning experience that leads to inspiration and success.
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The Desperate Parent’s Guide to Finding a Good Tutor
If your child is struggling academically, tutoring can be a great option to reinforce their education. But how do you find a tutor?
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Don’t Wait for a Crisis: The Secret to Parent-Led Influence
You may have heard that positive parental engagement makes all the difference in your child’s education. But what does that look like?
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Speak Up! An American Education Roundtable: Parental Engagement Q&A Panel
Parental engagement is American education’s best-kept secret—but it doesn't have to be. Parents have the power to make change in education.
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Battle Ensues Over School Mask Mandates Between Federal, State, and Local Governments
The Biden Administration as stepped in as a contender in Florida's fight between state and local governments over school mask mandates.
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Pain in the School Budget: Why More Funding Isn’t Always the Answer
Money is a big issue for many schools. But, it’s not necessarily a lack of money that causes schools to fail.