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‘State-sanctioned violence:’ Inside one of the thousands of schools that still paddles students

The Hechinger Report

Covington County Superintendent Babette Duty chalks those cases up to human error. Certainly, as long as human beings are running schools, you’re going to have that possibility,” she said, adding that the goal is to have policies and procedures in place that uphold the law and protect kids, while keeping parents informed.

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How transparent is school data when parents can’t find it or understand it?

The Hechinger Report

In addition, federal and many local governments are advocating for policies that would make educational data — similar to what Zuberi saw on the California School Dashboard — more accessible, transparent and helpful to parents. She is hoping to see a change from state and local governments. Sign up for our newsletter. Weekly Update.

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Developing Ethical Guidelines for Ancient DNA Research: A New Approach for Anthropologists and Archaeologists

Anthropology.net

The study of ancient DNA has revolutionized our understanding of human history, migration patterns, and evolutionary biology. However, the rapid advancements in this field have also brought forth ethical dilemmas, particularly concerning the treatment of ancient human remains and the potential impact of genetic findings on living communities.

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OPINION: We say we seek diversity — but where are the truly inclusive campuses?

The Hechinger Report

In Myanmar, the government has defined its Muslim minority as non-citizens. Instead of silos focused on global education — diversity initiatives and community engagement each working separately — we will connect these areas so they can work together, as they should. Every day it seems that the world becomes more tribalized.

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A university grapples with its links to slavery and racism

The Hechinger Report

Earlier in the school year, a white student came to the office of the Black Student Union, a space it shares with the student government, and told her she had no right to be there. “It Leave this field empty if you're human: Many colleges and universities are grappling with their historical connections to slavery. Weekly Update.

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Congratulations to the 2024 APSA Award Winners

Political Science Now

White Award for the best dissertation in the field of public administration Recipient: Sarah Rozenblum, Cornell University Title: “Why Do Governments Ignore Their Own Experts? The Consequences of Foreign Criticism” Leonard D.

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Using schools to bring a dying Rust Belt city back to life

The Hechinger Report

Government and philanthropy have poured untold millions into the former industrial powerhouse with the worst-performing school district in the nation. And this year the school district opened the Family and Community Engagement Center, which offers free uniforms and coats and a food pantry. Sign up for our newsletter.