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education2 years ago

Top Alabama Schools Earn 'A' Ranking on 2023 Report Cards

More than 700 public schools in Alabama improved their overall scores on the state's school report cards, with a higher number of schools receiving A's and B's compared to last year. However, there was also an increase in the number of schools receiving F's. Four schools achieved a perfect score of 100, while twelve school districts had all schools earning A's. Two virtual schools showed significant improvement, and public charter schools generally had low grades. The report cards assess factors such as academic achievement, growth, graduation rates, college- and career-readiness, and chronic absenteeism.

education2 years ago

Multiple Schools Across the US Earn National Blue Ribbon Honors

Five Alabama schools, including Cordova Elementary School, Mt. Carmel Elementary School, Creek View Elementary School, Jefferson County International Baccalaureate School, and Skyline High School, have been named 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education. These schools were recognized for their academic performance and progress in closing achievement gaps. The Blue Ribbon award is the highest national honor given to schools by the U.S. Department of Education.

education2 years ago

The Devastating Impact of School Suspensions on Voiceless Students

Students in states with few legal protections for student discipline are speaking out about unfair punishments they have received at school. In Alabama, students have reported being denied access to evidence, barred from having legal representation, and facing biased disciplinary hearings. In one case, two students were accused of smoking marijuana but had evidence to prove their innocence, which was not considered during their hearings. These incidents highlight the need for stronger legal protections and due process in student discipline cases.