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FCS Board Bulletin for March 13, 2024
ATLANTA, Georgia, March 14 (TNSres) -- Fulton County Schools issued the following news on March 13, 2024:

The Fulton County Board of Education (FCBOE) met on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, for its regularly scheduled work session meeting at the North Learning Center. The full agenda is available online (https://go.boarddocs.com/ga/fcss/Board.nsf/Public). All items approved are available via BoardDocs. Meetings are streamed live on the FCS district homepage (https://www.fultonschools.org/). Recordings will be available within 48 hours (https://www.fultonschools.org/boardvideos).

Superintendent's Report ... Show Full Article

David Buskirk of Beall Elementary School Named 2024-2025 ACPS Teacher of the Year
CUMBERLAND, Maryland, March 14 -- The Allegany County Public School District issued the following news on March 13, 2024:

On Monday, March 11, 2024, the Board of Education of Allegany County hosted the 36th Annual Teacher of the Year Celebration. This year's award celebration was once again held virtually. Six ACPS educators were honored for their dedication and commitment to student success. David Buskirk of Beall Elementary was selected as the 2024-2025 Allegany County Teacher of the Year.

David Buskirk is a kindergarten teacher at Beall Elementary School with 15 years of teaching experience. ... Show Full Article

Congratulations to BCPS 2024 Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year Award Winners
FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida, March 13 -- Broward County Public Schools issued the following news release:

Broward County Public Schools is pleased to announce the 2024 Career and Technical Education (CTE) Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year award winners. The CTE award nominees and finalists were formally recognized on February 29 at the second annual CTE Teacher of the Year Awards, honoring superior educators across the District.

"I am incredibly proud to recognize all of our CTE educators and our outstanding finalists and nominees. Their dedication to CTE education is truly inspiring," ... Show Full Article

National Alliance for Public Charter Schools: President Biden's FY2025 Budget Proposes Historic Cut to Federal Charter Schools Program
WASHINGTON, March 12 -- The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools issued the following statement on March 11, 2024:

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Eric Paisner, Acting President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, released the following statement regarding President Biden's Proposed FY 2025 Budget:

"The President's FY 2025 budget falls disappointingly short of prioritizing public charter schools and public educational options for the parents who are looking for something better. Demand for these unique public schools remains high, and a proposed cut of $40 million to the Charter Schools ... Show Full Article

Fairfax County Public Schools: Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 12 -- Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle C. Reid issued the following Weekly Reflections on March 11, 2024:

What a fabulous late winter week we have ahead !! I must say I did miss my hour this weekend...;>) I know there is a renewed energy borne of the increasing light each day and the surety of spring around the corner. I appreciate each of you and your continued forbearance with dynamic challenges and opportunities. "If the mind is to emerge unscathed from the relentless struggle with the unforeseen, two qualities are indispensable: first an intellect ... Show Full Article

FCPS Students Named 2024 Student Peace Award Recipients
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, March 12 -- Fairfax County Public Schools issued the following news on March 11, 2024:

Students from 26 Fairfax County public schools have been named recipients of the 2024 Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County, designed to recognize young people who work as peacemakers.

The Student Peace Awards of Fairfax County began in 2006 as a way to encourage people to think more about peace as both a means and an end, and to recognize young people who work as peacemakers. Every year, the high schools in Fairfax County are asked to select one junior or senior, or a group of students, ... Show Full Article

Cincinnati Public Schools Invites Experienced and Skilled Teachers to 'Refresh Your Career'
CINCINNATI, Ohio, March 12 -- Cincinnati Public Schools issued the following news on March 11, 2024:

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) invites credentialed educators looking for a fresh start in a new district, school or classroom to join CPS for a roundtable conversation to learn about the District's curriculum and culture. CPS recognizes up to ten years of teaching experience for salary steps, a variety of district and school placements, extensive professional development opportunities, full and part-time opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

View the flyer (https://www.cps-k12.org/cms/lib/OH50010870/Centricity/Domain/4/7683_6-B1_Refresh%20Your%20Career%20Flyer.pdf)

Interested ... Show Full Article