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Warren Township High School District is taking a stand against social media giants, citing a rise in student conflicts fueled by online interactions—could this be the start of major changes in how platforms operate?

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Board authorizes joining litigation against social media companies, cites student impacts
Warren Township HSD 121 approved a resolution authorizing district participation with attorneys pursuing litigation against social media companies, citing an increase in student behavioral incidents and additional staffing costs attributed to social media; students told the board many fights start on social platforms.
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October 29, 2026 at 5:49 AM
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Student behavior problems drop sharply at Spruce Mountain High School
Members of the RSU 73 school board during an October 22 meeting. (Screenshot) JAY — School principals in Regional School Unit 73 told the district’s board of directors Thursday night that student...
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October 23, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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Iowa City's new law empowers teachers to take action against disruptive behavior, but what does that mean for classroom dynamics?

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Iowa City school staff outline how Senate File 2428 changes teacher-initiated removals
District staff reviewed new procedures under Senate File 2428 that let teachers request student removals for disruptive or violent behavior, described reentry conversations required before a student returns to class, and flagged early data and training timelines.
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October 23, 2026 at 9:43 PM
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PSJA is taking student safety to the next level by urging kids to sit forward on buses and preparing for mandatory seat belts by 2029—find out how these changes will impact your child's ride!

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PSJA urges students to sit forward and parents to prepare; district working toward seat-belt mandate
Rivera emphasized student behavior (sit facing forward, stay in assigned seat), routing schemes that prioritize right-side pickups, and that a state mandate will require seat belts on all buses by September 2029; PSJA aims to be compliant by then.
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October 19, 2026 at 10:33 PM
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The latest student services report reveals a surge in referrals but a positive shift in handling vaping incidents, aiming to curb behavior before it escalates.

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Student services report shows more referrals but fewer severe incidents; district shifts vaping response
Doctor Cox presented the OE‑13 student services report showing three‑year data on referrals and discipline, a rise in documented truancy and vaping‑related hearings, and a policy change replacing out‑of‑school suspension with 10 days ISS plus a cessation program for first vape offenses.
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October 17, 2026 at 6:12 AM
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The district is advancing its digital wellness roadmap with new surveys and initiatives aimed at enhancing student well-being while navigating classroom technology use.

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District updates digital-wellness roadmap: surveys, advisory committee and screen-time guidance underway
District staff updated the board on a phased digital-wellness roadmap: July screen-time guidance is in place and phase 2 (Sept.-Dec.) focuses on outreach, four surveys for staff/families/students, a district advisory committee, and October activities tied to Digital Citizenship Week.
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October 11, 2026 at 8:55 PM
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Indian Prairie's latest report reveals an impressive 91% of students had no suspensions last year, alongside a decline in fighting and classroom violations!

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District presents annual review of student behavior; suspension rates largely stable, new dashboard introduced
Indian Prairie CUSD 204's administration reported that about 91% of students had no suspensions in 2025'6 and highlighted decreases in fighting and classroom-exit violations. Officials introduced a behavior dashboard to track trends and said access will be limited to administrators.
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September 16, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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West Virginia's school board has taken a bold step, voting unanimously to pursue legal action against social media giants for their impact on student mental health and behavior.

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Board approves joining litigation against social-media companies, citing student mental-health costs
Superintendent and board counsel outlined a proposal to retain outside counsel (King Law) to pursue claims against social-media companies (named: Meta) for harms to student behavior and mental health; the board voted 5-0 to approve joining litigation with no upfront fees required.
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September 5, 2026 at 6:07 AM
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The school board just made significant policy updates to enhance financial accountability and align student behavior rules with state law—find out what changes could impact your community!

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Board updates policies on electronic collections and student behavior, repeals student‑teacher agreements
The board repealed two student‑teacher policy documents, adopted a new policy restricting electronic collections to school accounts and amended the student behavior policy (J25) to align with state code 4373; motions carried unanimously.
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August 21, 2026 at 12:30 AM
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Marion County schools are celebrating a remarkable achievement with 84% of students receiving one or fewer disciplinary referrals, showcasing a significant improvement in student behavior!

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School District Reports 84% Student Referral Improvement Across 40 Schools
Eighty-four percent of students across 40 schools received one or fewer referrals.
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August 22, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Marion County Schools celebrate a remarkable 41% reduction in student disciplinary referrals, showcasing the success of their new behavior support strategies!

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Marion County Schools Report Significant Reduction in Student Referrals for Discipline
Schools show 41% decrease in referrals in the first two weeks compared to last year.
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August 22, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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Flagler County School Board is revolutionizing student discipline by prioritizing mental health support over punishment for off-campus incidents.

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School Board revises off-campus policy to include mental health support options
Board reviews revisions to off-campus discipline policy emphasizing mental health and behavior contracts
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July 10, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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The Citrus County School Board is shaking up its dress code by tackling the controversial leggings debate while also enhancing student discipline on buses!

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School committee revises student code on leggings and discipline policy
Committee addresses leggings policy and prepares to pilot new discipline matrix next year
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April 29, 2025 at 1:28 AM
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Joyce Bullock Elementary is rolling out an innovative PBIS program designed to transform student behavior and boost engagement—get ready for a cafeteria currency system and exciting rewards!

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Joyce Bullock Elementary implements revamped PBIS program to enhance student behavior
School leaders launch updated Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports plan for improved discipline.
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March 17, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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Northwoods School is revolutionizing student behavior with innovative programs like "Honor's Kindness Catchers," aimed at fostering compassion and respect in the classroom.

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Northwoods School implements kindness catchers to enhance student behavior
Northwoods School's SEL PBIS committee launches kindness catchers to improve student interactions.
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May 20, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Waukesha School District is seeing a positive shift in student behavior while navigating a heated debate over dress code updates, including mask policies!

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School Board Approves Dress Code Revisions Amid Controversy Over Cloth Masks
School board approves revised dress code policies amid discussions on free speech and health concerns.
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January 18, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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Blaine County School District is transforming student behavior management by prioritizing support and education over punishment, leading to significant reductions in suspensions and expulsions.

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School District Implements Restorative Justice and PBIS for Student Behavior Management
District focuses on restorative practices and supports to reduce suspensions and expulsions.
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July 18, 2025 at 2:28 AM
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A new survey shows 48% of educators report worse student behavior vs pre-pandemic levels (https://buff.ly/3EyjfxC). Fortunately, there are ways to address it. Get our collection of evidence-based behavior strategies here: https://buff.ly/3CU5LM3
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February 24, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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The Sylvania Schools Board is rethinking its policy on personal communication devices, aiming for a balance between technology use and student behavior.

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School Board Considers Revised Policy for Personal Communication Devices
Board plans to address cell phone policies and electronic device guidelines for students.
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August 14, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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The Mentor Board of Education is taking a bold step to enhance student safety by developing a new disciplinary matrix that promises clarity and accountability for parents regarding student behavior.

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School Discipline Matrix to Include Minimum Consequences for Physical Altercations
Discipline framework aims to clarify consequences for student behaviors, addressing parents' concerns.
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August 7, 2025 at 10:41 AM
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Lorain City Schools is not only tackling student behavior challenges but also celebrating its first-ever NAM award for excellence in music education!

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School Board approves plans for behavior meetings and celebrates music education award
Board discusses behavior meeting progress and celebrates first NAM award for music education.
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May 12, 2025 at 11:51 PM