Week of September 25
Senate Education Committee
The committee heard proponent testimony on House Bill (HB) 170. This bill calls for developing optional academic content standards and model curriculum for computer science. HB 170 also addresses educator qualifications for teaching computer science.
National Anthem Protests
Last year, San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick made headlines for his refusal to stand for the National Anthem. NFL players, professional athletes in other sports and even Stevie Wonder recently followed Kaepernick’s example, motivated in part by President Trump’s call for team owners to fire and otherwise silence players who participate. As football season kicks off at high schools around the country, districts may wonder how to respond.
U.S. Department of Education to revise Title IX Guidance and Enforcement
Today, the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) issued interim guidance for schools on how to investigate and adjudicate allegations of sexual misconduct under Title IX. The guidance follows a Sept.
Week of September 18
House activity
The House passed House Bill (HB) 235 by a vote of 81-9. This bill outlines procedures for the General Assembly’s approval or disapproval of the state’s Every Student Succeeds Act plan.
Register for conference special events
Several special events at the conference provide the opportunity to meet colleagues from around the state in a relaxed atmosphere.
OSBA Black Caucus dinner featuring keynote speaker Madison Reid
Sunday, Nov. 12, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. • Cost is $70
Make transportation safety a priority
Your bus drivers are the first and last ones to see your students. Ensure they are fully trained by customizing a workshop to your district's needs.
Week of September 11
House Education and Career Readiness Committee
The committee heard proponent and opponent testimony on House Bill (HB) 21. This legislation addresses the verification of community school enrollment.
LAF assists two districts in recent cases
OSBA’s legal assistance fund (LAF) supports school districts that are defending legal challenges with the potential to affect public schools statewide. Recently, the LAF board of trustees voted to approve amicus briefs in support of school districts in two cases: Wilson v.
AEDs and district liability
Today, all schools may choose to make automatic electronic defibrillators (AEDs) readily available, but what are the legal risks involved in using the devices? Should a school district be prepared to respond to legal challenges if its employees use the AEDs?