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politics1 year ago

"Alabama Mayor's Silence as Anti-DEI Bill Signed Sparks Controversy"

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin remained silent as Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill banning diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at public schools, universities, and state agencies, despite Woodfin previously stating that he would advise Black athletes and parents to seek education elsewhere if the bill passed. The legislation limits teaching "divisive concepts" about race and gender at public colleges and universities and requires transgender students to use the bathroom that aligns with their biological sex, with DEI programs and discussions still allowed on campuses as long as they do not use state funds.

via Fox News|
#alabama#dei#diversity
politics1 year ago

"Alabama Enacts Sweeping Restrictions on Diversity and Inclusion Programs"

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill that prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at public schools, universities, and state agencies, as well as the teaching of "divisive concepts." This move is part of a broader trend among Republican lawmakers targeting such programs, with critics arguing that it undermines progress in creating an inclusive society. Additionally, an Alabama House committee has advanced legislation that would ban teacher-led discussions on sexual orientation and gender identity in public schools, sparking concerns about the impact on LGBTQ+ rights.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|
#alabama#diversity#education
politics1 year ago

"Alabama Governor Signs Sweeping Ban on DEI Programs in State Schools"

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill that prohibits diversity, equity, and inclusion programs at public schools, universities, and state agencies, as well as the teaching of "divisive concepts." This move has sparked criticism from opponents who argue that it undermines progress in creating an inclusive society. Additionally, an Alabama House committee has advanced legislation that would ban teacher-led discussions on sexual orientation and gender identity in public schools, as well as displaying Pride flags in classrooms.

via KOMO News|
#alabama#diversity#education
health-and-reproductive-rights1 year ago

"Alabama Governor Signs IVF Protection Bill, Ensuring Legal Cover for Fertility Services"

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill providing legal immunity to patients and providers involved in in vitro fertilization (IVF) after a recent state Supreme Court ruling threatened the treatment's use by deeming frozen embryos as people. The bill shields providers and patients from legal liability for damage to embryos related to IVF, aiming to protect access to the treatment in the state. While the law offers legal immunity for IVF clinics and related goods, it does not address the question of whether frozen embryos are considered people. The swift legislative response aims to safeguard IVF and reproductive care against future court challenges, with advocates viewing the law as a victory for women in Alabama.

via The Washington Post|
#alabama#health-and-reproductive-rights#ivf
education1 year ago

"Alabama Governor Kay Ivey's Bold Education Initiatives: Highest Teacher Salary, School Choice, and Tax Credits"

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey proposes raising the starting teacher salary to $47,600, the highest in the South, with a 7.6% increase and a 2% raise for teachers with three or more years of experience. The proposal also includes education savings accounts, school choice expansion, increased funding for math and reading instruction, and school security updates. The Alabama Education Association is cautiously optimistic about the proposal, acknowledging the need to keep up with neighboring states' salary increases.

via AL.com|
#alabama#education#kay-ivey
education1 year ago

"Alabama Governor Proposes $100 Million School Choice Plan and Education Savings Account Act"

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey and supporting senators have proposed a $100 million plan to introduce education savings accounts (ESAs) in the state, potentially providing up to $7,000 per student for families who opt out of sending their children to their local public schools. The plan prioritizes support for low-income families and students with disabilities, with the goal of eventually making the ESA program universal. Participating schools and vendors would directly bill the Alabama Department of Revenue for approved educational expenses, and participating students would be required to take standardized tests.

via AL.com|
#alabama#education#education-savings-accounts
politics1 year ago

"Alabama Governor Ivey Calls for New Gambling Vote and School Choice Program in State Address"

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey expressed support for legislation to allow voters to decide on a lottery and proposed an educational savings account program. She also discussed plans to improve public schools, establish a healthcare sciences school, and address election-related issues. Additionally, Ivey highlighted efforts to combat human trafficking and improve the state's use of artificial intelligence, while addressing the ongoing challenges within Alabama's prison system.

via AL.com|
#alabama#education#kay-ivey
politics2 years ago

"Biden Urged to Intervene as Texas Defies Supreme Court in Border Razor Wire Dispute"

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey expressed support for Texas Governor Greg Abbott in the ongoing dispute with the Biden administration over immigration enforcement, stating "Texas, you can count on Alabama to have your back." Abbott had accused the Biden administration of failing to enforce federal immigration laws, triggering Texas' "constitutional right to self-defense." It remains unclear what specific actions Ivey's administration will take to support Abbott.

via AL.com|
#alabama#greg-abbott#immigration-enforcement
business2 years ago

"Alabama Governor Warns of Threat to State's Economic Model Amid Union Push"

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has strongly opposed the United Auto Workers (UAW) union push at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vance, Alabama, stating that the state's economic model is "under attack." The UAW announced that about 1,500 workers at the plant have joined the union, marking a significant development in the traditionally non-unionized auto industry in the Southeast. Mercedes-Benz has expressed willingness to respect the workers' decision, while Governor Ivey emphasized the importance of maintaining Alabama's successful automotive industry without interference from out-of-state special interest groups.

via AL.com|
#alabama#business#kay-ivey
education2 years ago

Alabama Governor Removes Education Officials Over "Woke" Resource Book.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has replaced her director of early childhood education, Barbara Cooper, over the use of a teacher training book, written by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), that Ivey denounced as teaching "woke concepts" because of language about inclusion and structural racism. The book is a guide for early childhood educators and is not a curriculum taught to children. The NAEYC did not address Ivey's statements but said the book is a research-based resource for educators. Alabama's First Class voluntary pre-kindergarten programs operate more than 1,400 classrooms across the state.

via PBS NewsHour|
#alabama#early-childhood-education#education
education2 years ago

Alabama Governor Removes Education Official for 'Woke' Book on Race.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has replaced her director of early childhood education, Barbara Cooper, over the use of a teacher training book that the governor denounced as teaching "woke concepts" because of language about inclusion and structural racism. The book in question is the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practice Book, 4th edition. Ivey's office cited two examples from the book, one discussing white privilege and another that Ivey's office claimed teaches LGBTQ+ inclusion to 4-year-olds. The NAEYC is a national accrediting board that provides high-quality education materials and resources for young children.

via NPR|
#alabama#early-childhood-education#education
education2 years ago

Alabama Education Official Resigns Amid Controversy Over "Woke" Resource Book.

The head of early childhood education in Alabama, Barbara Cooper, has resigned after Governor Kay Ivey learned of "woke concepts" in a resource book for pre-K teachers. The manual argues that there are "larger systemic forces that perpetuate systems of White privilege" and that "the United States is built on systemic and structural racism." Ivey's office said the book is not in line with what the administration or the people of Alabama stand for or believe.

via CNN|
#alabama#barbara-cooper#early-childhood-education
education2 years ago

Alabama education officials face backlash over 'woke' training book.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has replaced her director of early childhood education, Barbara Cooper, over the use of a teacher training book, written by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), that she denounced as teaching "woke concepts" because of language about inclusion and structural racism. The book is a guide for early childhood educators and is not a curriculum taught to children. The NAEYC did not address Ivey's statements but said the book is a research-based resource for educators. Alabama's First Class voluntary pre-kindergarten programs operate more than 1,400 classrooms across the state.

via POLITICO|
#alabama#early-childhood-education#education
education2 years ago

Alabama Education Director Removed for 'Woke' Training Book Controversy

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has replaced the state's director of early childhood education, Barbara Cooper, over the use of a teacher training book that Ivey denounced as teaching "woke concepts" due to its language about inclusion and structural racism. The book in question is the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practice Book, 4th edition. The book is a guide for early childhood educators and is not a curriculum taught to children. The NAEYC is a national accrediting board that provides high-quality education materials and resources for young children.

via The Associated Press|
#alabama#early-childhood-education#education
education2 years ago

Alabama Education Official Removed for 'Woke' Training Book.

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has replaced the state's director of early childhood education, Barbara Cooper, over the use of a teacher training book that Ivey denounced as teaching "woke concepts." The book in question is the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Developmentally Appropriate Practice Book, 4th edition, which includes language about inclusion and structural racism. Ivey's office cited two examples from the book, one discussing white privilege and another that Ivey's office claimed teaches LGBTQ+ inclusion to 4-year-olds. The NAEYC is a national accrediting board that provides high-quality education materials and resources for young children.

via Yahoo News|
#alabama#early-childhood-education#education