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School board elections matter now more than ever

by May 20, 2023

There have always been good reasons to vote in school board elections.

But as the state invests more of our tax dollars into schools than ever, and as issues regarding schools have gone beyond traditional discussions of curriculum into safety,

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Quebec’s education minister criticized for comments about teachers’ salaries

by May 19, 2023

Québec –

Education Minister Bernard Drainville is dismissive of teachers when he insinuates that they are deserving less of a significant pay raise than MNAs, according to Liberal MNA Marwah Rizqy.

In an interview with Le Devoir on Monday, Drainville

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Ron DeSantis’ War on ‘Woke’ Targets Holocaust Textbooks

by May 16, 2023

The state of Florida has reportedly rejected two new Holocaust-related textbooks due to previous laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis as part of the state’s resistance to what some call “woke” education.

The textbooks are called Modern Genocides and History

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International Education Week events at the University of Iowa will help bridge cultures

by May 12, 2023

For decades, the US Department of State has designated the third week in November to recognize the value of a global curriculum at the K-16 level.

International Education Week, Nov. 15-19, serves as a bridge between cultures, if

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Bill 23: English school boards consider legal action

by May 11, 2023

The Quebec English School Boards Association (QESBA) is considering legal action against Bill 23, a proposed education reform that would give the provincial government more control over school boards.

The bill, tabled last week, would authorize the education minister to

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Thousands rallied in Regina for increased education funding

by May 08, 2023

“No more cuts.”

That was the message being spread across the steps of the Regina Legislative Building by over 3,000 teachers, students and community members on Saturday, during a rally for public education.

“This is just the beginning of the

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Premier Moe says more education dollars likely after the Saskatchewan teachers rally

by May 04, 2023

The Canadian Press

Jeremy Simes

Published May 01, 2023 • 2 minute read

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe spoke to the media after the Saskatchewan budget was presented

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County, city boards to meet Monday | Local News

by May 02, 2023

Woodward County Commissioners will declare the week of May 1-7, Oklahoma Home and Community Education Week during their meeting Monday in the courthouse.

Presentation of a proclamation for OHCE Week is also on the agenda.

The meeting starts at 10

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