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A troubling rise in school discipline referrals highlights significant disparities among Black students and those with IEPs, raising urgent questions about equity in our education system.

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Kirkwood reports rise in referrals and suspensions; data show disparities for Black students and students with IEPs
District leaders told the board referrals and in-school/out-of-school suspensions rose in FY25'26, with roughly 65% of referrals tied to tardiness, skipping and cell-phone violations; out-of-school suspensions remain concentrated in a small group and disproportionately involve African American students and students with IEPs.
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July 27, 2026 at 3:19 PM
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Jasmine Washington has been sworn in as the new village administrator of Robbins, vowing to tackle longstanding challenges with a commitment to equitable and sustainable change.

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Robbins swears in Jasmine Washington as village administrator
At a special Oct. 5 meeting the Robbins board unanimously swore in Jasmine Washington as village administrator; Washington called the role a "God led assignment" and said she will push for equitable, sustainable change while the board pursues union talks and public safety improvements.
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July 9, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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“I am not a teacher, but an educator. I provide what learners need to be successful.” Thanks for being leaders in action! 🙅🏾‍♀️📖🌱 #EduSky #AcademicSky #EquitablePractices
September 5, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Michigan's House Bill 4,288 is shaking up state hiring practices by pushing for merit over political influence—could this be the fairness we've been waiting for?

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Representative Regas advocates merit-based hiring in House Bill 4,288
House Bill 4,288 emphasizes hiring based on merit over political connections in state positions.
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May 4, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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Vermont community leaders are sounding the alarm as "no cause" evictions soar, threatening the stability of low-income families and calling for urgent reforms.

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Vermont advocates push to eliminate no cause evictions amid rising housing instability
Communities push for statewide ban on no-cause evictions amid rising eviction rates and concerns.
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January 27, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Vermont lawmakers are tackling the hidden biases in our workplaces, revealing how everyday language can perpetuate discrimination and disrespect.

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Workplace Bias Exposed as Employees Share Experiences of Disrespect and Stereotyping
Workplace biases persist as outdated language and stereotypes undermine respect and inclusivity.
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January 27, 2025 at 4:53 AM
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Lee County's Finance Committee is pushing to update outdated financial rates from the '80s, aiming for a fairer economic future for all residents.

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Expert Calls for Reevaluation of Outdated Eighties Rates
Experts argue that outdated rates from the eighties should not be applicable today.
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July 22, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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June 2, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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Maryland's Senate Bill 373 could revolutionize collective bargaining for higher education, ensuring timely negotiations that impact funding and labor practices across the state.

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Maryland Senate Bill 373 mandates timely collective bargaining for university funding
Senate Bill 373 requires Maryland universities to conclude negotiations before budget submissions.
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March 2, 2025 at 9:28 AM