Classroom

Iowa Schools Gear Up for Major Classroom Changes: New Laws Target Cellphone Use and Fetal Development Education

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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — As the new school year unfolds, two significant laws are set to reshape classroom dynamics across Iowa. The legislation, which targets cell phone usage and educational content, aims to establish clearer boundaries and enhance parental communication in school settings. One of the newly enacted laws mandates that school districts develop policies prohibiting cell phone use during instructional time. Several districts, such as Iowa City, already had similar regulations in place prior to the law’s passage, indicating a trend toward minimizing distractions in the classroom. Additionally, the law necessitates that schools implement … Read more

Salem’s Teach Truth Day Sparks Debate on Classroom Curriculum Changes

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Salem, Ohio — Educators and community members gathered for “Teach Truth Day” in response to recent legislative changes affecting classroom curricula across the nation. This event highlighted concerns over state laws that critics argue stifle comprehensive teaching about critical issues and history. The daylong initiative, held at the local school district, aimed to foster dialogue among educators, parents, and students. Participants expressed worries that certain state mandates are reshaping how teachers approach subjects like race, gender, and history, potentially omitting vital lessons necessary for a well-rounded education. Keynote speakers, educators, and local leaders shared personal … Read more

Kentucky’s New Laws: Sextortion Declared a Felony, Classroom Cell Phone Ban, and Major Changes to University Policies

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FRANKFORT, Ky. — New laws enacted by the Kentucky State legislature officially took effect on Friday, marking a significant shift in various areas of public policy including education, crime, and university operations. Among the most notable measures is Senate Bill 73, which categorizes sextortion as a felony in Kentucky. This law aims to facilitate legal action against offenders and enhance educational initiatives regarding the crime. Sextortion involves the coercion of a victim through threats of releasing sexually explicit material, often demanding money or sexual favors in exchange for silence. This legislative change aligns Kentucky with … Read more

Federal Judge Sides with Oklahoma Superintendent in Defamation Suit Over Teacher’s Resignation and Controversial Classroom QR Code

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OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLA — A federal judge has ruled in favor of Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters, dismissing a lawsuit brought by former Norman High School English teacher Summer Boismier. The litigation stemmed from allegations made by Boismier against Walters following the controversy of a QR code linked to a library project that provided access to banned books. Boismier resigned in the wake of parental backlash after she provided her students with a QR code that directed them to the Brooklyn Public Library’s “Books Unbanned” initiative. This project makes books that have been banned from … Read more