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This is especially important for parents of special needs students regarding their post secondary education and vocational career paths.

Do you know your school's rating? You might want to check it again. About 25% of Texas schools will see a drop in their letter grade because of a retroactive change in the state's school rating system. Read the full story at bit.ly/ReformRatingsATX #TexasSchools #TXEd #TXLege

Program and budget decisions shouldn’t just fall on the shoulders of district leaders. Our students are best equipped to advocate for their needs and educational aspirations, and we should listen to them when they say “Bring us in.” Our Turn's recent report explores the obstacles preventing meaningful student participation in school budgeting and provides a tool for education leaders across the country to harness active student engagement in budgeting decisions. Read the report now and take a new step toward #EducationEquity: https://lnkd.in/dS5n-gdd

📚 Big Changes Could Be Coming to LA Schools! 10 schools may soon stop standardized testing after the LAUSD Board President Jackie Goldberg called the testing industry "repugnant." 📉 Standardized tests have long been a controversial topic in education, with heated debates surrounding their effectiveness and the pressure they place on both students and teachers. Is this decision a step toward a more personalized education system, or are we losing a valuable tool for measuring student performance? We want to hear from you! Should standardized testing be reformed or removed altogether? Drop your thoughts below! 👇 #LAUSD #EducationReform #StandardizedTesting #LAEducation #StudentsFirst

You need to mix it up. Learn how to involve students beyond student government leaders for a wider range of insights. Discover why it's crucial to include representatives from failing subjects and special education students for effective education program evaluation: https://lnkd.in/ei3FPDph #StudentGovernment #SchoolImprovement #DiversePerspectives #EducationProgramEvaluation #StudentInvolvement #SpecialEducation #StudentLeadership #FailingSubjects #StudentInsights #SchoolCommunity

The trust built between the the Board & the President / Chancellor is crucial to implementing change in our institutes and our student outcomes. Dan Mims, Brenda Hellyer, San Jacinto College. Learn out more about our All In Campaign at tacc.org/tsc #AllinForTexasSuccess https://lnkd.in/gdy3hTir

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Big News for Schools: Ofsted Scraps Single-Word Grades Today marks a significant shift in the way schools in England are assessed, as the government has announced the immediate removal of single-word Ofsted grades, such as "Outstanding" or "Inadequate." This reform is part of a broader effort to provide a more comprehensive and transparent picture of school performance. Instead of a single headline grade, schools will now be assessed across four key areas: quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership & management. This change aims to offer parents and stakeholders a fuller understanding of a school’s strengths and areas for improvement, moving away from the reductive and often high-stakes one-word judgements that have been used for decades. The move has been welcomed by many in the education sector, who have long argued that single-word grades fail to capture the complexity of a school’s performance. It’s also a response to tragic events that highlighted the pressures these grades can place on school leaders and staff. As we transition into this new system, it's an opportunity to reflect on how we can continue to support schools in improving education for all students. The introduction of School Report Cards from 2025 promises even more detailed insights, helping to drive meaningful improvements in our education system. What are your thoughts on this landmark change? How do you think it will impact the way we assess and support schools moving forward? #Education #SchoolLeadership #Ofsted #SchoolImprovement #EdReform

Transforming education with a focus on financial acumen! We're dedicated to optimizing Academic Return on Investment (AROI) through the implementation of intelligent budgets and innovative school strategies. Each step in our process refines our approach, ensuring that resources are strategically allocated for maximum impact on student success. Fresno Unified School District Executive Cabinet #LeadershipLegacyConsulting #FamilyLegacy5 #FinancialIntelligence #EducationalExcellence #StrategicOptimization

There are many misconceptions within governance that to become a school governor, you need to have worked in the education sector, or reached a certain point in your career – neither are true. Our blog post dispels these myths. 🔗Find out more: https://bit.ly/3GwUY8U