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Governor expected to sign bill that give parents ‘opt-outs’ over school mask mandates
Monday, March 28th 2022  Share on Twitter/X
Republicans argued that parents should be able to reject “misguided policies” to make children wear masks.
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By: WSBTV News Staff

GOVERNOR, SENATE LEADER: SCHOOL-CHOICE EFFORT WILL CONTINUE
Monday, March 28th 2022  Share on Twitter/X
Despite the temporary sidelining of a school-choice bill, Gov. Kevin Stitt and Senate President Pro Tempore Greg Treat both say the battle to aid Oklahoma families is not over and will continue throughout this year’s legislative session.
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By: Ray Carter

HOW SCHOOL CHOICE HELPED A JOLIET STUDENT ESCAPE PUBLIC SCHOOL BULLYING
Monday, March 28th 2022  Share on Twitter/X
When her son’s public school couldn’t stop the bullying, this Joliet mom took an administrator’s taunt about switching schools to heart. Illinois’ Invest in Kids tax credit scholarships have let them choose a private school despite COVID-19 hurting family finances.
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By: Ann Miller

How are area high school students readjusting after the lifting of the masks mandate?
Sunday, March 27th 2022  Share on Twitter/X
March 14 was a milestone date for high school students throughout the Yakima Valley. After nearly two years of being required to wear face coverings in schools, that Monday marked the first time in which “masking up” became optional for both school staff and students.
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By: Natalie Keller, Magnus Fulton, and Kate Bethel

Colorado charter schools seek more authority over special education
Sunday, March 27th 2022  Share on Twitter/X
A Colorado bill would give charter schools more opportunity to serve students with disabilities. But are charters ready for the responsibility?
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By: Erica Meltzer