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Some 401(k) Contributions Are No Longer Tax Deferred

A new rule is going into effect next year that will affect high earners who make “catch-up contributions” in their 401(k)s or other tax-deferred workplace retirement plans.

Proposed Changes to F-1 Visa Duration

DHS proposed ending the "duration of status" system for F-1 international students, limiting their admission to a maximum of 4 years. NBOA and 4 other associations have joined NAIS in submitting comments.

Ninth Circuit Clarifies Religious Exemption Pleading Standard

On September 23, 2025, the Ninth Circuit held that plaintiffs must plead a bona fide religious belief—not a personal interpretation—to claim a Title VII religious exemption.

What Should HR Managers Know About Job Hugging?

While lower turnover may seem beneficial, it can mask disengagement and limit opportunities for new talent.

Tips for Building a Conflict-Resilient Culture

Empowering employees to resolve day-to-day challenges independently helps build a resilient culture.

Smaller Vehicles Gain Ground in School Transportation

School bus driver shortages, worsened by the pandemic and funding cuts, have led districts to explore alternative student transportation.

Interest in Management Roles Is Declining, Study Shows

Only 30% say they want to become a people manager in the next few years. One reason may be the lack of training: most new managers receive eight hours or less, and many get none at all.
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New H-1B Visa Rules from Trump Administration

On Friday, September 19, the Trump Administration released changes to the issuance of H-1B visas for international workers. The following points apply directly to independent schools using H-1B visas.
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Episode 14: From Crisis Management to Embedded Leadership, with Distinguished Business Officer Sandi Pierce

Sandi Pierce has served Cate School for more than 30 years. This school year, she is moving out of finance and operations to become the school's associate head, full stop.

AFT Files Suit To Stop Delay on Loan Forgiveness

The American Federation of Teachers is asking a federal judge to force the U.S. Ed Department to follow the law and cancel the debts of borrowers who have met loan forgiveness requirements.

Schools Improve Responses to Ransomware

Data suggests ransomware response and recovery has improved year over year in K-12 schools around the world, according to a new report from Sophos, a cybersecurity company.

How To Correct a Too-Collegial Board

Many boards mistake collegiality for agreement rather than the respect and trust that allows for candid debate. When that distinction gets lost, harmony takes priority and accountability fades.

Is a Hybrid, In-Person or Remote Culture Best?

Workplace expectations have changed dramatically in recent years, leaving business owners with high-stakes choices about how and where their teams should work.

College Merger After Collaboration Talks

Queens University of Charlotte and Elon University were in talks to collaborate on graduate programs, when the Queens president announced retirement and possibilities broadened.

Safety Experts Weigh in on Minnesota Shooting

School safety experts who studied available details of the school shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis in late August have said locking the doors of the building helped save lives.

Nonprofits Are Dropping DEI Language from Websites

A new report shows nearly 10% have removed potentially controversial content from their websites, including references to race, equity and inclusion.

Half of U.S. HR Pros Weigh Leaving Due to Burnout

Nearly half of U.S. HR professionals are considering leaving the field within a year, citing emotional strain, feeling undervalued and poor work-life balance.

School Mental Health Screening Efforts Expand

Nearly one-third of U.S. K–12 public schools now require mental health screenings, but follow-up care remains a challenge, according to a RAND study.

AI Schools Expand Into Montessori Spaces

With tuition starting at $40,000, students spend just two hours daily on core academics using personalized AI-generated plans and third-party apps.

STEM Gender Gap Widens After Pandemic

Before the pandemic, girls had nearly caught up to boys in STEM classes. But within a few years, girls lost all the ground they had gained in math test scores over the previous decade.