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Are you considering moving to Oklahoma with school-aged children? 🌟 Education is a top concern for many families. Understanding the educational landscape can make a huge difference. Here’s a quick guide to help you explore educational opportunities in Oklahoma: 1️⃣ Diverse School Options: Oklahoma offers a mix of public, private, and charter schools. Researching these can help you find the best fit for your child's needs. 2️⃣ Great Public Schools: Areas like Tulsa, Broken Arrow, and Jenks have some top-ranking public schools known for their quality education and extracurricular programs. 3️⃣ Specialized Programs: Many schools offer programs for gifted students, special education services, and advanced placement options. 4️⃣ Community Involvement: Schools here encourage parent participation through PTA and other community engagement programs. Creating a network is essential for your child's growth and success. 5️⃣ Higher Education: Oklahoma also boasts strong higher education institutions for future planning, including the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University. Remember, a well-informed move ensures a smoother transition for you and your children. Let's connect if you need any help listing, marketing, or purchasing your new home in Oklahoma. Together, we can make this relocation seamless and exciting for you and your family! #OklahomaRealEstate #EducationInOklahoma #FamilyMoving #SchoolOptions #RelocationTips

📣 "This collaboration has been transformative for our senior students, who are experiencing newfound confidence and educational support for the first time," said LeAnne Kannapell about our work with Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School and Corporate Work Study Program.  "For the current school year, three of our students were able to begin their senior year with a learning plan that has aided them with their transition to college." Through partnerships like this one, Kingsbury can open doors for families who cannot afford high quality neuropsychological assessment services. 🚨We can't do this without your help! Want an easy way to support our work? VOTE FOR KINGSBURY as the Washington Parent Pick in the "Educational Assessment & Testing Category." Here's what to do: 1️⃣ Click the **Link in the Comments** 2️⃣ Scroll to "Schools and Education" 3️⃣ Find "Educational Assessment & Testing" 4️⃣ Vote for Kingsbury! Your daily vote is more than just a click – it's a vote for quality education, family support, and community impact. Let's show DC what Kingsbury is all about! Set a daily reminder and help us finish strong. 💪 #WashingtonParentPicks #VoteForKingsbury #EducationalAssessment #RemovingBarriers #UnlockingPotential #CommunitySupport #NeuropsychologicalTesting

Why is special education funding so important? 🏫💰 Dr. Kevin Rubenstein, President of the Council of Administrators of Special Education (CASE) and Assistant Superintendent of Student Services for Elmhurst Community Unit School District in Illinois, explains: "Special education funding is the second largest portion of federal school funding, right after Title 1. 📊 School districts across the country rely heavily on these dollars. Without them, we’d face significant challenges—such as shortages of teachers 👩🏫👨🏫 and other educators—impacting the support available for students with disabilities nationwide. These funds are absolutely imperative." Kevin Rubenstein CASE, Special Education Leadership #SpecialEducation #FAPE #IDEA #EducationFunding #InclusiveEducation 🌍 #DisabilityRights ♿ #DrKevinRubenstein #CASE #SpecialEdLeadership

In a recent interview with the Stratford Times, Carolyn Finlayson, chair, Child Development and Education Studies, and Tanya Kell, dean of Community Services, highlighted the college’s expansion in Stratford. Conestoga’s new location at 60 Erie Street will welcome students in September 2025 and allow for ECE program expansion in the community. The City of Stratford currently requires 40 to 50 registered early childhood educators annually just to address local demand. https://ow.ly/Jm4150UhAe2

"Community schools are more than a place – they bring parents, community partners, and schools together, organizing schools around the student and their success." ESL Federal Credit Union's 3-part Community Schools Video Series shares the success of Community Schools and their impact on students, families, and the community. Watch here - https://lnkd.in/gmeTvU-4

Historical Context of Charter and Public Schools in NYC

New blog post: Introducing families to special education: Build a great relationship from the beginning Building trust goes a long way with families, especially considering the inevitable challenges of the special education process, which often involves negotiation. It’s no wonder that many relationships between SPED families and schools can be strained. Introducing families to special education in a welcoming way can foster positive relationships and bring benefits to all involved. Here’s how. https://lnkd.in/g9VsJ6_X

The 'Public School Strong' movement is a new wave of advocacy that pushes parents, students, teachers, and community members to ensure all children have access to honest, accurate, safe, and fully funded public schools. This CREED (Center for Racial Equity in Education) article provides an in-depth history of education in North Carolina, the birth of the Public School Strong campaign, and the campaign's future missions and goals. Read Isaiah Anderson's full article below: https://lnkd.in/eRFSw3z9

Redrawing district lines is not a new practice, but too often the effect is not to advance educational equity, but to serve affluent and predominantly white communities. This deepens disparities, leaving less affluent areas resource-deprived — a clear echo of past injustices intended to be addressed by the Brown v. Board of Education decision just over seven decades ago. The recent move by St. George to form a separate school district from East Baton Rouge Parish highlights a broader problem of educational segregation across America. This exacerbates racial and economic divides undermining the promise of equal educational opportunities for all, and threatens the health of our multiracial democracy. We are tackling this issue with a bold state policy agenda at Brown’s promise. We aim to rethink district lines in a way that supports all communities, not just affluent ones. Our goal is to dismantle the traditional boundaries that have perpetuated segregation and ensure that every student has access to integrated, well-resourced schools. Join us in advocating for educational equity, and for fair and just school systems across America. https://lnkd.in/gf7eR2vK

Puget Sound Educational Service District (PSESD), in partnership with a diverse coalition of school districts, higher education institutions, and community organizations, has been awarded a transformative $1.75 million grant from College Spark Washington to focus on increasing educator diversity and promote racial equity in Washington's educational landscape.