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Check out this video from the infant school that I am proud to be Chair of Governors. https://lnkd.in/eAyCqyE6 Schools are under immense pressure to do more with less. Currently, 7 out of 10 schools in England have less funding in real terms than they did in 2010. This means they can’t cover the same essential running costs they could 14 years ago. To put it in perspective, that’s 13,144 schools in England, including two-thirds of all primary schools and nearly 9 out of 10 secondary schools. At our small infant school with 70 pupils, 37% have high needs. We are constantly caught in a vicious cycle of budget deficits, making it extremely challenging. The schools finds creative ways to manage the situation but the budget is so stretched that we can’t invest in valuable learning resources. For example, the current broadband service is so inadequate that the teaching staff can’t download resources in the classroom, and there have iPads to provide engaging learning experiences. We simply don’t have the funds. This situation is common for many schools. We expect a lot from our education system, but we don’t provide the necessary funding. This is our future, and we need to invest in it.

In this report. Gillian Keegan says getting the people (EPs, SALTs etc) and the [special school] places is “all we can do”. 💪While those are no doubt needed it’s not all that can be done. In addition to righting the chronic funding gaps in school (-8%) and LA (-21%) budgets: •We could also look at the reasons why the SEND system isn’t working in the context of the wider education system & address those. •We could increase flexibility in mainstream school curricula and performativity measures so that schools are able to provide the flexibility needed for inclusive education without compromising the mesures on which they are so stringently judged. •We could reduce the emphasis on competition between schools and MATs. •We could allow LAs to have the overview of needs in local areas and communities, and to build schools as needed rather than via MATs or central government for free schools. 💫There is so much we could do if we want to, but all of it requires us to stop looking at “SEND” in isolation or as a bolt-on to the wider education system. We could instead integrate thinking about the needs of children and young people who need something or different to access education into the heart of all education policy. We really could make this happen if all parts of the system work together. #sendrevolution #educationalpsychologists Division of Educational and Child Psychology

Between fall 2010 and fall 2021, traditional public & public charter schools experienced different trends in enrollment. Discover more with the Condition of Education! Traditional public schools: https://lnkd.in/evc9mGzk Public charter schools: https://lnkd.in/dktPXsXN #YearInReview [Image description: Infographic showing that traditional public school enrollment decreased from 47.4 million in fall 2010 to 45.4 million in fall 2021. Public charter school enrollment has more than doubled from 1.8 million in fall 2010 to 3.7 million in fall 2021. Additionally, the percentage of all public school students who attended public charter schools increased from 4 percent to 7 percent over this period.]

The Charter School Difference – Flexibility, Accountability, and Accessibility. Learn how Charter Schools provide a viable alternative for families when it comes to free public education. Read more about the article using this link: https://lnkd.in/gPe4U4FF

For good or ill, universal vouchers and other aspects of the school choice debate have altered the conversation around public education. But what can be done to present a viable alternative? In the latest entry in our series on public education, Civic Way founder Bob Melville examines the flaws inherent to the current school choice movement (and some valid points) and presents a path forward to make traditional public schools a viable and attractive option for education: https://lnkd.in/e6NAeFZ5

Do you know where the top-rated schools in Connecticut are? For many young and growing families, choosing the right school district is crucial when purchasing a home. Sure, you might know a few standout schools across the state. But having a comprehensive list of top-performing schools can help you make a more informed decision about the best area for your family. This article by Rich Kirby on Patch.com does just that! It outlines the 50 best public schools in Connecticut, offering insights into what makes each one exceptional. Want to know more about the best schools near you? Check out the full list and start exploring your options! https://lnkd.in/e69hxxbN

Big changes are happening in Chicago's education landscape! The Deputy Mayor of Education has decided to step away, leaving many questions about the future of our schools. What are your thoughts on this shift? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dScniAss #DeputyMayor #EducationMatters #ChicagoPublicSchools #EducationLeadership #SchoolReform #ChicagoEducation #CommunityImpact #EducationNews #LeadershipChange 

Lots to dig into here. Implications for public schools are numerous and concerning. EPPs who prepare teachers for public schools must also consider these shifts.

We’ve fallen into the trap of thinking about public schools as a them issue, when it’s really an us issue. The debate has become whether to support public schools or some alternative. But that’s a false choice. Because no matter what type of education makes sense for your family, thriving public schools lift us all. Learn more about why #publiceducationmatters at https://lnkd.in/eWRecrBs

This spring, the #PANeedsTeachers coalition, the Pennsylvania Educator Diversity Consortium, and other partners are heading to Harrisburg, but before we there there it’s important we tell legislators what matters to us: moving $75 million in funding for student teacher stipends forward along with $10 million for Grow-Your-Own programs. Establishing funding for student teacher stipends is a critical tool in our work to address teacher shortages in Pennsylvania. Student teachers gain hands-on experience while in classrooms learning from experienced teacher mentors and contribute immensely to our learners' current and future success. We must ensure these stipends have the opportunity to really impact student-teachers across the Commonwealth by fully funding them now. https://lnkd.in/evs7Vp6p? #PANEEDSTEACHERS