school and diverted instead to Phoenix, which offers inferior English instruction on an accelerated structure. The action is ongoing before Judge Smith in the District Court for the Eastern District…
More…be just as important as implementing the formula, if not more so. “Today we take an important first step.” The work of the 15-member commission – which spanned two administrations…
MoreConnecting Today … Transforming Tomorrow www.fostercarealumni.org Corporate Headquarters: 5810 Kingstowne Center Dr. Suite 120-730 Alexandria, VA 22315 Phone: 703-299-6767 Toll Free: 888-ALUMNI-(0) October 11, 2018 Dear Members of the Pennsylvania…
MoreIn an opinion released today, the Commonwealth Court overruled various preliminary objections to the Pennsylvania school funding lawsuit. In a victory for students across Pennsylvania, the Commonwealth Court today overruled…
More…“take appropriate action to overcome language barriers that impede equal participation by its students in instructional programs.”1 20 U.S.C. § 1703(f). The named plaintiffs are all refugees, ages 17-20, who…
More…Law Center, released the following statement today in response to Senate Bill 383, which the full Senate is scheduled to vote on today: “Everyone wants our schools to be safe…
More…a privately-run alternative school, Phoenix Academy, and instead requires placement in a specially-designed “Newcomer Program” at the main high school, McCaskey. “Today’s agreement extends the guarantee of a strong and…
More…funding lawsuit Meanwhile Pa. Legislators waste time in attempt to delay the case HARRISBURG – Today Governor Wolf filed a response in Pennsylvania’s school funding lawsuit, urging the court to…
More…according to a report released Thursday by The Education Trust released Thursday by The Education Trust (Ed Trust), a group in Washington that advocates for closing economic and racial inequities…
MoreAug. 30, 2013 – by Isaiah Thompson – A week ago, in response to a reference by President Obama to “brutal” cuts to education in Pennsylvania under Gov. Tom Corbett,…
More…and ultimately eliminate suspensions and expulsions in early childhood programs, and to promote inclusion. Please find more information on these developments at PA Keys Updates including OCDEL’s implementation timeline. We…
More…February 2017, the Trump Administration withdrew 2016 guidance from the U.S. Departments of Education and Justice that affirmed Title IX’s protection of transgender students. However, while the 2016 guidance served…
More…information about the Glen Mills Schools and the class action lawsuit. Updates, application forms, and more details about how to apply will be available on this website soon. Check back…
Morediscuss the latest updates from Harrisburg. While school funding issues impact all children, we hope this forum will kick-start a dialogue on what school funding means for the most at-risk…
More…to be unemployed More likely to become a drug addict Estimated cost of a youth who drops out and turns to crime & drugs — $1.7 to $2.3…
More…to ELC’s historic and current work. Most recently, our advocacy efforts have included: establishing fair residency rules for children in foster care or experiencing homelessness; ensuring the full inclusion of…
More…Glen Mills Schools and the class action lawsuit, updates, application forms, and more details about how to apply. Former students and their families who have additional questions or want to…
More…February 2017, the Trump Administration withdrew 2016 guidance from the U.S. Departments of Education and Justice that affirmed Title IX’s protection of transgender students. However, while the 2016 guidance served…
More…conversations about systemic racial discrimination and reinforces white supremacy. Parents across Pennsylvania want truthful education, classrooms where students are valued and accepted, and curriculum that teaches students the true history…
More…explore the world, and learn about the experiences of others. Schools already have rigorous processes to identify books with learning value that are age-appropriate for students. Small groups of parents…
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