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Report finds discriminatory hiring practices run rampant in K-12 schools

To schedule an interview, contact Kristen Williamson at 224-358-2573 or [email protected]. The Supreme Court recently outlawed affirmative action-based college admission. So why are discriminatory practices still being used in K-12 teacher hiring? CHICAGO (August 24, 2023) — Discriminatory and divisive hiring policies are widely used by K-12 public schools to identify and hire teachers of […]

Request Information From Your School District

To understand the hiring practices at your child’s school and ensure transparency, you can file a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or public records request. This proactive step empowers you to access information about the school’s teacher hiring procedures, qualifications, and criteria, ultimately helping you make informed decisions about your child’s education. By exercising your […]

Low-income students in Oklahoma missing out on at least $11 million in federal Covid aid

At least $11 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in Oklahoma failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students most […]

Low-income students in Idaho missing out on at least $33 million in federal Covid aid

At least $33 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in Idaho failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students most […]

Low-income students in New Jersey missing out on at least $19 million in federal Covid aid

At least $19 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in New Jersey failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students […]

Low-income students in North Carolina missing out on federal Covid aid

Potentially millions of dollars in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in North Carolina failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students […]

Low-income students in New Mexico missing out on at least $13 million in federal Covid aid

At least $13 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in New Mexico failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students […]

Low-income students in Arkansas missing out on at least $20 million in federal Covid aid

At least $20 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in Arkansas failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students most […]

Low-income students in Texas missing out on at least $115 million in federal Covid aid

At least $115 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in Texas failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students most […]

Low-income students in Ohio missing out on at least $51 million in federal Covid aid

At least $51 million in federal Covid relief intended for disadvantaged students in Ohio failed to reach them, according to a new report by the National Opportunity Project. The Educational Assistance for Non-public Schools (EANS) program was created by Congress to be a lifeline for independent, private, and religious schools serving largely low-income students most […]

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