All articles tagged with #board of education
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
The Oklahoma County Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident during a Board of Education meeting where images of naked women appeared on a television in the superintendent's office, raising questions about conduct and transparency, with officials calling for clarity amid denials from Superintendent Ryan Walters.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Utah's Board of Education censured member Natalie Cline for falsely suggesting a teenage girl was transgender on social media, leading to widespread criticism and calls for her resignation. Cline will be stripped of committee assignments and other privileges. The girl's parents called Cline's apology halfhearted and urged her to resign, while some LGBTQ advocates suggested her actions were influenced by anti-LGBTQ measures in the state.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WTOP
Montgomery County Public Schools and Superintendent Monifa McKnight have mutually agreed to separate, effective immediately, following a closed-door meeting held by the Board of Education. The decision comes after McKnight's statement that the board had asked her to "step away" from her role as superintendent, which she contested. Brian Hull has been named acting superintendent, and the Montgomery County Council has credited McKnight for her leadership during challenging times. The separation follows criticism of the school system's handling of bullying and sexual harassment allegations, as well as calls for the board to honor its commitments to McKnight.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
The Anne Arundel County Board of Education voted on amendments to the proposed flag ban in schools. The final decision on the vote won't happen until July 12 at the earliest. If the ban were to pass, flags for a bona fide educational purpose would be permitted, and what would qualify under that bona fide educational purpose would be up to the principal. Carroll County schools chose to enact a similar ban last year.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
Baltimore County Public Schools have narrowed down their search for a new superintendent to four finalists, including an in-house candidate, a former Mississippi state school superintendent candidate, a superintendent from Missouri, and the Kentucky Education Commissioner. The finalists were selected based on input from community meetings and school district surveys, and the Board of Education will have the final say. The board will identify a preferred candidate, conduct a final reference check, and negotiate a contract by July 1, with an announcement expected sometime this month.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KELOLAND.com
South Dakota's Board of Education Standards voted 5-2 to implement new social studies standards starting Fall 2025, despite opposition from educators and school boards. The proposed standards have been controversial due to concerns about age appropriateness, rote memorization, and the amount of standards. The seven-member board, appointed by the governor, faced criticism for lacking certification to teach or be an administrator in an accredited school in South Dakota. The new standards will be implemented over a two-year process.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC17News.com
Three newcomers, April Ferrao, John Lyman, and Paul Harper, won seats on the Columbia Board of Education, while incumbent Chris Horn came in fifth. Boone County and Columbia voters approved a 3% sales tax on marijuana. In other Mid-Missouri counties, voters approved a 4% sales tax on recreational marijuana. Don Waterman claimed a narrow victory in the Fifth Ward of the Columbia City Council, and Centralia elected Chris Cox as mayor. The Boone County Fire Protection District's $8 million bond issue was approved, and Karen Kraus Bill, Amy Beggemann, and former superintendent Chris Felmlee won seats on the Southern Boone Board of Education.