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More than 80 organizations representing schools, libraries, and technology stakeholders, led by the Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition and including the Association of School Business Officials International, have called on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to abandon its proposal to introduce a centralized online bidding portal for the E-Rate program, arguing that the change would add significant administrative complexity and disproportionately burden under-resourced institutions. The proposed portal, part of broader efforts to reduce fraud and increase transparency, would require internet service providers to submit bids through a single system and mandate that schools and libraries upload bid evaluations, vendor selections, and contracts. The FCC says this would improve oversight and standardize processes, but opponents contend it could deter participation, create conflicts with existing state and local procurement rules, and impose additional costs that have not been clearly addressed. While opposing the portal, the groups expressed support for other elements of the FCC’s proposal, including eliminating certain reporting requirements, improving flexibility for switching service providers during the funding year, and extending invoice deadlines.
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California is considering Senate Bill 1067, which mandates screening for basic math skills among kindergartners and early elementary students. "A student's early math skills are the most powerful predictor of their later success in school," said Amy Cooper, a senior advisor at EdVoice, a cosponsor of the bill. The initiative aims to address the state's poor math performance, where only 37% of students met grade-level standards last year. Critics, including the California Teachers Association, argue that the screening is unnecessary and could stigmatize students. They emphasize the need for comprehensive support rather than additional testing. The bill has passed the Senate education committee and aims to provide targeted support for struggling students.
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Houston-area school districts have lost over 8,000 immigrant students this year, reflecting a nationwide trend linked to increased federal immigration enforcement. According to an analysis by the Houston Chronicle, nearly 20% of immigrant students have disappeared from local schools, with some districts like Humble ISD experiencing a 25% decline. The loss has led to school closures and program cuts, exacerbating existing challenges in U.S. education. Vanessa Cárdenas, executive director of America's Voice, stated: “I don't think any parent right now who is in an immigrant family has the trust of the government and feels safe enough to live a normal life.” Despite these challenges, some districts are working to support their immigrant families through community events and resources.
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Florida House leaders declined to advance Gov. Ron DeSantis’ special-session proposals to expand vaccine exemptions for public K-12 students and create consumer protections for artificial intelligence. House Speaker Daniel Perez, R-Miami, said the chamber was “fairly clear on our position” and defended not moving either issue forward. DeSantis criticized the House on X, saying voters elected Republicans to challenge Big Tech and the “medical industrial complex.” The Senate dropped the vaccine exemption measure but passed the AI bill 37-1, with Sen. Erin Grall, R-Vero Beach, the only no vote. Grall said the bill “weakens protections for parents” and argued it failed to truly protect children. Perez raised concerns about unvaccinated students and said AI policy should be handled by the federal government. The AI proposal covered children’s chatbot interactions, AI disclosure, political ads, likeness rights and firms tied to foreign countries of concern.
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