The Hechinger Report

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

But Native American and Muslim leaders say they believe rates have increased in their communities as well, after the pandemic gave families the time and space to reflect on whether traditional schools were really serving their needs. Related: Schools provide stability for refugees. Covid-19 upended that.

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Lesson Plan Cultures Private School Public School 137

The Hechinger Report

JUNE 15, 2022

Sharahn Santana, African American history and English teacher at Parkway Northwest High School. I’m going to keep her at her private school. One of the teachers at his school passed away suddenly over winter break. Fourth graders got to have their traditional field day. The students are adjusting.

Oral History 93

Oral History History High School Public School 93

The Hechinger Report

APRIL 12, 2023

Kristi Noem, a Republican, signed an executive order in April 2022 restricting how race and equity can be taught in the classroom, Tilsen-Brave Heart decided to enroll her daughter at Oceti Sakowin Community Academy, a newly opened private school in Rapid City. And so they just don’t, so there is no Native history being taught.”

American History 144

American History History K-12 Cultures 144

The Hechinger Report

MARCH 1, 2022

Sharahn Santana , African American history and English teacher at Parkway Northwest High School. I came to this country at a very young age, but I still [had] very traditional Mexican parents. Our high school definitely brought light to [the emotional and social needs of students] the first two weeks. I just don’t.

Oral History 90

Oral History History High School Public School 90

Teaching American History

DECEMBER 12, 2023

At Teaching American History, we know teachers are hungry for resources that help their students understand the nuances of American civic behavior. In 1879 the Court stood by the centuries-old understanding of marriage , ruling that religious freedom was bounded by basic legal traditions embodied in the common law.

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Teaching Civics American History Library 52

The Hechinger Report

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

But Betsy DeVos attended private schools and sent her children to them. Scenario #1: DeVos moves quickly to implement President-Elect Trump’s plan to use $20 billion of federal funds for block grants to states to support vouchers for poor children to attend private schools.

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Charter School Private School Tradition Public School 111

The Hechinger Report

AUGUST 12, 2024

Trump also supports efforts to privatize the K-12 school system, including through vouchers for private schools. His administration made it possible for parents to use their children’s 529 college savings plan to pay for up to $10,000 annually in private school tuition.

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K-12 Education Private School Charter School 98