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5 Policy Areas Impacting Endowments

Legislative action in five areas could impact an independent school's endowment practices, including the debt ceiling resolution.

How Music in the Workplace Can Lead to Liability

To mitigate liability risks, employers are encouraged to implement clear policies regarding music choices, create guidelines for appropriate content, and consider using edited versions.

Affirmative Action Ruling's Impact on Independent Schools

There are new concerns about diversity programs in the workplace and hiring after the Supreme Court upended affirmative action in college admissions last week.

Supreme Court Rules on Religious Accommodations

The U.S. Supreme Court last week clarified a 51-year-old decision that had allowed employers to ignore religious accommodations solely based on "more than a de minimis cost."

Tips for Addressing Chronic Absenteeism

Schools across the country are grappling with elevated levels of chronic absenteeism that have yet to return to pre-pandemic levels.

Supreme Court Rejects Affirmative Action

The decision is expected to impact just about every college that uses affirmative action in admissions and some that use it in awarding financial aid. It does, however, exempt the military academies. 

AI Teaching Aide Gets Mixed Results

Teachers' biggest concern right now is that the tool does too much of the work for students rather than guiding them through critical thinking.

Paid Parental Leave for Faculty Scarce in Districts

Overall, the data on the benefits of paid maternity leave bear out: improvements in worker morale and retention, lower infant mortality rates and improved physical and mental health outcomes. 

Fallout from Catholic Diocese's Transgender Students Guidance

Catholic schools face a crucial juncture in balancing support for diverse students while staying true to religious teachings.

U.S. Test Scores Plummet to Historic Lows

The Education Department says plans are underway to address the learning loss.

Ghosting Comes to Job Candidates

Job candidates are increasingly reporting instances of being "ghosted" during the hiring process, according to a recent survey by Greenhouse.

Survey Explores Educators' Safety Perceptions in School

A recent survey conducted by Education Week delves into the sentiments of educators regarding their safety in school settings.

Developing a Policy for Transgender Students

Many independent schools have developed or are in the process of developing policies and procedures regarding students who are transgender or gender non-conforming. Often relevant laws are not applicable.

The Case for Banning Phones in School

Numerous studies have shown that since the advent of smart phones and instant access to social media in 2012, youth mental health has declined. NYU social psychologist Jonathan Haidt outlines 5 levels of phone control.

AI Tools for Development Professionals

Tech companies are developing AI tools specifically for nonprofits that raise money. Microsoft Office, Salesforce and Google as well as Dataro and Donorbox are releasing tools.

Supreme Court To Rule on Affirmative Action

Colleges and universities are closely watching for the Supreme Court's decision on affirmative action, among other cases. The Common App will still ask about applicants' race and ethnicity.

Weight and Height Discrimination Bans Gain Momentum

On May 26, New York City Mayor Eric Adams signed legislation that will ban discrimination based on body size by adding weight and height to the list of protected categories.

Nearly Half of LGBTQ+ Workers Fear Career Backlash

Despite national strides in LGBTQ+ representation and inclusion, nearly half of LGBTQ+ workers don’t think they’d be promoted if open with their identities, according to SHRM research.

Most Americans Think Teachers are Underpaid, Survey Shows

In one poll of 1,316 K-12 parents, three-quarters (75%) of respondents said teachers are "asked to do too much work for the pay they receive."

Students and Parents Are Choosing AI-Powered Tools Over Traditional Tutoring

The growing trust and belief in ChatGPT have sparked a significant transformation in how parents and students perceive tutoring.

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