Virtual School Meanderings

December 16, 2023

Virtual Schooling In The News

Filed under: virtual school — Michael K. Barbour @ 7:01 am
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InTheNewsBeginning with the Education Dive.

Report: Some states cut education spending amid pandemic uncertainty

An Education Law Center analysis found vast disparities in funding among states and insufficient commitment to support high-poverty districts.

Next, the eSchool and eCampus News.

Moving on to the District Administration newsletters.

The differences between private and public school enrollment post-pandemic

New data suggests varying enrollment patterns between public and private schools at a time when lawmakers are expanding school choice vouchers and advocating for alternative opportunities for education.

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Similarly, the different newsletters from Education Week.

PISA found that two-thirds of U.S. students get distracted by digital devices in class.
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Also, the various newsletters from ASCD.

Here's What We Should Takeaway From PISA Math Score Drop, Says Sal Khan
(Khan Academy)
Sal Khan, founder of the free online learning platform Khan Academy, isn’t surprised by the recent Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) math results for U.S. students. “On some level, these tests that show like, ‘We’ve gone up or down by five points.’ It’s almost like the house is burning, and you realize that your sliding door is creaking,” he says.

Full Story: Tech & Learning (12/11)

Next, the Google News alert for virtual school.

Freeborn County student recognized for academic achievement – Albert Lea Tribune

During a ceremony held at the statewide virtual school’s offices in St. Paul, Chrysantha was inducted into the National Junior Honor Society for …

Teacher Reinstated in Alamance-Burlington School System Following Controversial Removal

Walter Fredrich Hessenthaler, also known as “Coach Fritz,” will resume his teaching duties at Alamance Virtual School, according to an announcement …

Saudi Arabia opens first virtual school for orphans and underprivileged children – Gulf News

The virtual school aims to provide continuous education and development opportunities for children from families, particularly targeting students from ..

Onslow Virtual School art class showcases talent, how it’s helped them express themselves

Onslow Virtual School Art Teacher Zachary Borge teaches three levels of high school classes, students having the opportunity to take them as an …

Virtual Schools Market Projected to Reach $16.49 Billion with 15.4% CAGR by 2033

Alaska Virtual School; Basehor-Linwood Virtual School; Mosaica Education; K12 Inc. Abbotsford Virtual School; Lincoln Learning Solutions; Others.

Cyber School Market by Type, by Application – Global Forecasts to (2024-2030)

Florida Virtual School (FLVS); Virtual High School(VHS); K12 Inc; Inspire Charter Schools; Basehor-Linwood Virtual School; Alaska Virtual School …

Flagler Schools Again a ‘B’ District, With Only 2 Schools Notching A’s and FPC Improving to B

iFlagler, the virtual school, was not given a grade this year, and Imagine School at Town center, the charter school–it is publicly funded but …

Baltimore edtech firm acquired by Denver cybersecurity company – The Business Journals

The Baltimore company counts Southern New Hampshire University, Georgia State University and the Florida Virtual School System as some of the more …

Saudi Arabia: 10 years in jail and SR30 million fine for trade, hunting and killing of … – Gulf News

Also read. Saudi Arabia opens first virtual school for orphans and underprivileged children · Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk loses a heart of gold: Hammoud Al …

Saudi Arabia slashes fines for labour law violations by up to 94% – Gulf News

Also read. Saudi Arabia opens first virtual school for orphans and underprivileged children · Saudi Arabia: Licenses of 10 Umrah firms revoked for …

French-language Catholic board announces ‘virtual’ high school for region

“I am pleased that we can fill a void in the provision of French-language education in Northwestern Ontario, with a reinvented virtual school that …

Edgenuity program allows students to complete schoolwork virtually – Mill Valley News

“We have students with mental health issues, where they just can’t attend in person.” Senior Abigail Troilo switched to virtual school in November of …

Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes Local Students | Dayton, OH Patch

Virtual school is a great fit for a variety of students and each student is unique. Those who attend Ohio Connections Academy come from different …

After Row, Msb Revokes Religious Discourse Nod | Surat News – The Times of India

Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) is a one-of-a-kind virtual school started by the Delhi government in 2022. Affiliated to the Delhi Board of …

Oklahoma Connections Academy Receives $200,000 STEM Grant from HDR Foundation to …

The virtual school’s grant is the highest ever awarded by the HDR Foundation. BARTLESVILLE, Okla., Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Oklahoma …

Traffic Rule: 21-day Challenge By Cops To Schools, Parents | Coimbatore News – Times of India

Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS) is a remote school that caters to students with familial responsibilities. The school allows students to pursue …

Osceola County Schools maintain ‘B’ grade

… Virtual School’s secondary unit earned ‘A’ school grades. There were no ‘F’ schools, and two charters, Poinciana Academy of Fine Arts and Victory …

Sioux City Schools eliminates 65 positions due to loss of COVID recovery funds

… virtual school, replacing the filtration systems in school buildings, buying buses and more. The district was also able to add staff to reduce …

Huntsville City Schools announces new virtual, hybrid school option – WHNT.com

During a meeting on Tuesday, the Huntsville City Board of Education approved the new virtual school for next school year. Belle Mina residents …

Mehlville considers cutting At Home program – St. Louis Call Newspapers

The Mehlville School District is considering cutting its At Home virtual school program. The At Home program is a virtual K-8 school, …

Trans, nonbinary Florida teachers file lawsuit against anti-pronoun law

… Virtual School teacher AV Schwandes, who was terminated for violating the law after using gender-neutral pronouns. They’re being represented by …

Scoop: Florida teachers sue state over law restricting pronouns – Axios

… Virtual School teacher who lives in Orange County; and a Lee County teacher referred to as Jane Doe. Wood and Doe are transgender women. Schwandes …

Teachers sue over Florida law banning use of preferred pronouns – Yahoo Finance

One plaintiff, identified as AV Schwandes, says they are non-binary and were fired from a teaching job at a “virtual school” in October for continuing …

Behaviour Of Class Vi Student Escalates To Cwc Complaint | Mangaluru News – Times of India

The Delhi Model Virtual School (DMVS), part of the Schools of Specialised Excellence, is a unique virtual school affiliated to the Delhi Board of …

Huntsville City Schools announces new virtual, hybrid school option | Alabama Mountains

During a meeting on Tuesday, the Huntsville City Board of Education approved the new virtual school for next school year. Belle… Read further at …

Florida Teachers Challenge Pronoun Law in Federal Suit | Newsmax.com

The suit, filed in federal court, features Katie Wood, a teacher at Lennard High in Ruskin, AV Schwandes, a former Florida Virtual School teacher …

What are the best schools and educational programs in Alaska? – EnergyPortal.eu –

A: Yes, Alaska Virtual School and Alaska Statewide Virtual School Consortium offer online courses and programs for students across the state. Q …

NEW: Virtual school option coming to Huntsville City Schools – Hville Blast

Students at Huntsville City Schools will have a new, virtual school option next year. It’s called Artemis Academy. Here’s everything you need to …

Florida teacher who was fired for using gender-neutral honorific ‘Mx.’ sues the state

AV Schwandes taught science at the Florida Virtual School, an online public high school, until Oct. 24. Schwandes, who uses “they/them” pronouns …

Epic Charter School one of first in the nation to implement AI in classrooms – YouTube

While not every teacher is on board with this addition to the virtual school, general high school teacher Melissa Hart said she is eager to work …

Florida teachers file federal suit against anti-pronoun law in schools

… Virtual School teacher AV Schwandes, who was terminated for violating the law after using gender-neutral pronouns. “Plaintiffs are current and …

Nonbinary Teacher Sues Florida After Getting Fired for Using Gender-Neutral Honorific ‘Mx’

… Virtual School’s board of trustees. The Florida Virtual School, Hillsborough County School Board and Lee County School District did not …

Florida teachers challenge personal pronoun law – CBS News

… Virtual School in October after refusing to drop the title “Mx.” and … Virtual School in October. Defendants include state Education Commissioner …

Florida teacher who was fired for using ‘Mx.’ is suing the state for discrimination – NY Post

AV Schwandes, a former science teacher at the Florida Virtual School, argues in a federal lawsuit filed Wednesday, along with two transgender female …

Is Florida’s law on pronoun use unconstitutional? It’s now in court. – Tampa Bay Times

A Florida Virtual School physics teacher who identifies …

AI Can Mimic Students’ Writing Styles. How Are Teachers Supposed to Catch Cheaters Now?

I’ve read things you’ve written,’” said Carly Ghantous, a humanities instructor at Davidson Academy Online, a private virtual school. “Now that …

Florida teachers file federal lawsuit against anti-pronoun law in schools – News4JAX

… Virtual School in October after refusing to drop the title “Mx.” and … Virtual School in October. Defendants include state Education Commissioner …

Virtual school heads scheme set for £4m expansion – Schools Week

Virtual school heads will promote the outcomes of all children looked after by family members, following a £3.8 million expansion of the scheme.

GUEST COLUMN: Recognizing the benefits of remote state assessments – Colorado Springs Gazette

Virtual school students are assessed in unfamiliar settings compared to their peers in traditional public schools. Studies have shown that the …

Orange County plaintiff on preferred pronouns lawsuit speaks out – WMFE

AV Schwandes, from Orange County, was fired by the Florida Virtual School because they use the gender neutral title, Mx.

COVID’s lost generation: NYC school kids still facing devastating fallout – New York Daily News

Her responsibilities to her family soon crowded out the monotony of virtual school. “I was logged into my classes. Sometimes I’d join, sometimes I …

Frederick Douglass Academy For Young Men, the latest educational tenant at the Historic …

Aside from the Academy, the old Northern High School building is home to DPSCD’s Virtual School and Print Shop. The building is also a central hub …

Government publishes first kinship care strategy | CYP Now

Increased financial allowances for some kinship carers and an expansion of virtual school heads’ roles are among elements included in the …

Florida Teachers Fight Anti-LGBTQ Policies As the State Punishes Schools That Dare To Resist

… Virtual School who was fired last month for using the honorific Mx. The complaint asserts that the pronouns law discriminates against transgender …

UK Unveils First-Ever Kinship Care Strategy for England – Mirage News

It will also expand the role of virtual school heads – education champions within local authorities – to cover kinship care. They will ensure that …

DTRIC Insurance and MS&AD companies raise $100000 for Maui wildfire relief

DTRIC Insurance Launches Month-Long Virtual School… May 8, 2021. Aloha Pacific members and community raise $56,000… October 29, 2023. Maui council …

Eight councils to trial new kinship care allowance | Local Government Chronicle (LGC)

The new kinship strategy will also expand the role of virtual school heads to cover the education of children who are being cared for full-time by …

Finally, the Google News alert for cyber school.

74 RRs Symphony of Awareness Across Rural India – Indian Masterminds

The three-pillared strategy of the Cyber Panchayat unfolds like a captivating saga of change: ‘Grameen’ (Rural), ‘Cyber Pathshala’ (Cyber School), and …

Cyber School Market by Type, by Application – Global Forecasts to (2024-2030)

The Global Cyber School Market is anticipated to rise at a considerable rate during the forecast period, between 2024 and 2030. In 2022, the market is …

Who is Sabrina Carpenter’s boyfriend? Her dating history and rumoured relationships

Education, Oak Park High School, PA Cyber School, Young Actors Space ; Profession, Singer, composer, actress ; Net worth, $4 million ; Instagram, @ …

Pleasant Valley honors students – Times News Online

Bears Academy, Autumn Doub, fifth grade. Tags: Education, Charter/cyber school , Elementary/Intermediate, High school, Middle …

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