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The U.S. Education Department's Office for Civil Rights has initiated an investigation into 18 educational institutions, including New York City's public school system, as well as districts in California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Washington state, regarding its policy that permits transgender students to participate in sports teams aligned with their gender identity. The inquiries are based on concerns that their regulations may violate Title IX, which prohibits sex discrimination in federally funded educational institutions. Kimberly Richey, assistant secretary for civil rights, said: "Time and again, the Trump Administration has made its position clear: violations of women's rights, dignity, and fairness are unacceptable." The investigation also encompasses transgender students' access to facilities. In response Mariah Moore, director of policy and programs at Transgender Law Center, said: “Every student, transgender or not, deserves the same respect, safety, and access to opportunities as their peers. These investigations represent another attempt by the Department of Education to exploit Title IX against the students it is supposed to protect.”
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California schools have made incremental improvements in graduation rates, chronic absenteeism, and academic achievement, as reported in the California School Dashboard. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond said: “Seeing modest improvement on every Dashboard indicator should encourage us to deepen our investments in every child's progress.” However, challenges remain, particularly with chronic absenteeism, which has only slightly decreased to 19.4%. The dashboard indicates that all statewide indicators are now yellow or green, marking a first in its eight-year history. Yet, disparities persist among student groups, especially those with disabilities and socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds. California School Boards Association chief executive Vernon M. Billy emphasized the need for a statewide plan to address these gaps, stating, “While incremental gains are welcome, they cannot obscure the basic facts — our academic performance is not improving fast enough.” The state budget has allocated $133.8 bn for K-12 education, aiming to enhance student outcomes.
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The Texas private school voucher program, launched last year with a budget of $1bn, is set to begin accepting applications on February 4. Families can receive approximately $10,500 in taxpayer funds for private education, but many parents may face unexpected costs. "I think families are going to see sticker shock," said David DeMatthews, a professor at the University of Texas. He noted that most competitive private schools may already be filled by families who can afford the fees. The comptroller's office has indicated that approved families will not receive funds until July, raising concerns about upfront costs. Governor Greg Abbott's Senate Bill 2 aims to assist 100,000 students, but advocates warn that the program's rollout may not meet all families' needs. Nathan Cunneen, Texas State Director for the American Federation for Children, emphasized the importance of providing educational choices for families.
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Florida
Florida's high school graduation rates are improving, with the latest data from the Florida Department of Education showing a statewide four-year graduation rate of approximately 92%. However, a closer examination reveals significant disparities between traditional district public schools and charter schools. In the 2024–25 cohort, traditional schools graduated 93.8% of students, while charter schools only graduated 78.4%, a gap exceeding 15 percentage points. Crystal Etienne, president of the EDUVOTER Action Network, emphasized that "Florida’s graduation gains are real, but they are being driven overwhelmingly by traditional district public schools." As policymakers consider education funding and charter expansion, it is crucial to align investments with the schools that yield the best outcomes for students.
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