School community divided over state education tax increase
The East Ramapo School Board approved a tax increase of more than 5% on Wednesday evening – but not without some members expressing their disapproval. “I voted yes under duress and protest,” said President Shimon Rose. The increase was ordered…
Sale of native trees and shrubs by Master Watershed Steward
Tree and shrub sales The tree and shrub sale is open for orders until August 28th PUBLISHED ON 15 August 2024 Native plants provide a number of benefits to our communities, including environmental, social and even economic benefits. Native trees,…
Virginia Department of Education releases draft cell phone policy guidelines
RICHMOND, Virginia. – The Virginia Department of Education has released its draft guidelines for cell phone-free instruction in Virginia. This came after Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 33, which directed the VDOE to develop guidelines for public school divisions to…
Do school sales tax holidays work? Dive into the data. | Florida Trend Education – Florida Trend
Do school-related sales tax holidays work? Dive into the data. Shoppers in Florida can expect some savings during the current tax holiday, which ends Sunday. School supplies costing less than $50 and clothing under $100 are exempt from state sales…
Why women’s health should be a priority
Historical movements that have shaped women’s healthKey factors for women’s healthStrategies to improve women’s healthReferencesFurther reading Women’s health includes issues that only affect women, such as menstruation and pregnancy, as well as those that affect both sexes. Certain conditions, such…
Do school sales tax holidays work? Dive into the data. | Florida Trend Education – Florida Trend
Do school-related sales tax holidays work? Dive into the data. Shoppers in Florida can expect some savings during the current tax holiday, which ends Sunday. School supplies costing less than $50 and clothing under $100 are exempt from state sales…
Tax plan will make some people freak out
As many saw during the Legislature’s Select Committee hearing on LB1, there was a lot of opposition. It’s clearly not what the people want. As a young, hard-working Nebraskan, LB1 would negatively impact my life. I would pay more taxes…
Texas lawmaker says it’s time for state to push for ‘phone-free’ schools
NORTH TEXAS — Keeping students focused in class is a hopeless task for Texas schools when cell phones are everywhere and distracting them, says state Rep. Ellen Troxclair. “If you allow children to bring a television, a boombox, walkie-talkies –…
Columbia Public Schools Prepare for New Cell Phone Policies | Mid-Missouri News
The new school year begins at Columbia Public Schools on August 20th and new cell phone policies apply. In middle schools, phone use is prohibited throughout the day, including in restrooms, hallways, and during lunch breaks. In secondary schools, the…
Truck driving courses now available at Hope-Texarkana campus
Are you looking for a new career? Perhaps a career as a professional driver? Good news! According to a press release, the University of Arkansas Hope-Texarkana offers truck driver training through the Arkansas Trucking Academy (ArkTA). ArkTA is the fastest,…
