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Florida Officials Reverse Ban, Allowing AP Psychology to be Taught in its Entirety

Florida's education commissioner, Manny Diaz Jr, has stated in a letter to state superintendents that the Advanced Placement (AP) Psychology course can be taught "in its entirety," despite concerns that it violated the state's new law prohibiting instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity. The College Board, which develops AP classes, expressed optimism that Florida teachers would now be able to teach the full course, including content on gender and sexual orientation. However, the confusion surrounding the issue has left parents and students uncertain about their plans for the upcoming academic year. This situation follows Florida's previous ban on an AP African American studies course earlier this year.

via The Guardian US|

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Kentucky Education Commissioner Jason Glass Resigns, Accepts New Position

Kentucky Education Commissioner Dr. Jason Glass is stepping down from his position nearly a year before his contract expires to become associate vice president of teaching and learning at Western Michigan University. Glass, who faced criticism from Republican legislators for allegedly pushing a "woke" agenda, led the state's education department through the challenges of the pandemic and natural disasters while galvanizing support for a new vision of learning and teaching. The Kentucky Board of Education will hold a meeting in mid-August to determine next steps and appoint an interim commissioner.

via WLKY Louisville|

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Kentucky Education Commissioner Jason Glass Steps Down

Kentucky Education Commissioner Jason Glass is stepping down from his position after facing criticism from Republicans for defending state guidance related to transgender students. Glass, who had three years left on his contract, will be taking a job as an associate vice president at Western Michigan University. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as commissioner and thanked the Kentucky Board of Education and education professionals across the state. Glass's departure comes after legislation was passed subjecting the education commissioner to Senate confirmation and calls for his firing. The board will discuss the search for a new commissioner in mid-August.

via Courier Journal|

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Tennessee Education Commissioner Schwinn to be replaced by Reynolds.

Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn will leave her post at the end of the school year, and Lizzette Gonzalez Reynolds will take over the position. Reynolds is currently the vice president of policy for ExcelInEd, an education reform nonprofit based in Tallahassee, Florida. She has significant education policy expertise and leadership and has worked as a lobbyist in the Texas legislature before becoming an aide/policy director. Reynolds will be sworn in on July 1.

via WKRN News 2|

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