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New Book on COVID-era School Closures

A new book by a journalist who covered school closures during the COVID pandemic argues that top officials who urged the prolonged closing of schools did so despite overwhelming evidence that schools could be opened safely.

Four Areas Where Security Cameras Often Fail

Security cameras play a vital role in campus safety, but without regular maintenance, their effectiveness declines.

White House Considers National AI Education Initiative

A draft executive order from the Trump administration proposes integrating artificial intelligence into K-12 education.
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Episode 9: Independent Schools at a Crossroads, with John Gulla

 In this episode, John Gulla, executive director of the Edward E. Ford Foundation, shares insights from a remarkable career that has taken him to more than 750 independent schools.

Afterschool Capacity Lags as Demand Stays High

Five years after the pandemic, afterschool programs are still struggling to meet demand, according to a new survey.

Texas Approves School Voucher Bill

The Texas program would provide about $10,000 to students for private school tuition or up to $30,000 for disabled students.

Military Academies End Race-based Admissions

When the U.S. Supreme Court banned the use of race in college admissions in 2023, military academies were initially exempt.

Evaluating Federal Financial Assistance

As different programs and funding sources present themselves, independent schools are considering whether and the extent to which receipt or participation would render the school a recipient of FFA.

Rising Demand for Financial Wellness Benefits

Financial wellness is one of the most in-demand employee benefits in 2024, according to experts at Fisher Phillips.

Ed Dept. Says Schools Must Share Students' Gender Identity with Parents

A new U.S. Department of Education directive requires schools to give parents access to all educational records, including those on gender identity.

Supreme Court To Weigh Case on Faith-Based Charter Schools

The U.S. Supreme Court will hear St. Isidore of Seville v. Drummond, a case about an Oklahoma Catholic school denied a public charter application.

Four Trends Shaping Small Schools

For over a century, education reform prioritized scaling schools, but today, smaller models are gaining momentum.

Reporting System Prevented School Shootings, Suicides

“Say Something” is an anonymous reporting system set up by Sandy Hook Promise, the group founded by parents and loved ones affected by the 2012 school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut.

NY Offers Paid Prenatal Leave

New York is the first state in the U.S. to offer paid prenatal leave. The leave is available to all full-time and part-time non-governmental employees, including those working for independent schools.

Trends in Accounting and Legal Collaboration

These trends reflect a broader shift in the profession, where accountants must navigate legal complexities, and attorneys require a deeper understanding of financial reporting.

Data and Tips on Faculty Adoption of AI

When it comes to helping faculty adopt AI, a structured approach can help. Steps include getting hands-on, analyzing its impact on core skills, redesigning assignments and policies, and more.

A New Approach to DEI?

A new framework — FAIR — is gaining traction as a fresh approach to DEI.

Fundraising During Turbulent Times

The Trump Administration's efforts to cut federal funding are prompting nonprofits to adjust their fundraising strategies.

Wider AI Adoption When Top Leaders Drive Policy

A recent study from McKinsey shows a CEO’s oversight of AI governance is one element most correlated with higher self-reported bottom-line impact from an organization’s gen AI use.

Keys to Cybersecurity Investments

According to PwC’s 2025 Global Digital Trust Insights, 77% of executives plan to increase their cybersecurity budgets in the coming year, underscoring the strategic shift towards robust cyber defenses.

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