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Bridget Farr, a Ph.D. student in education policy at the University of Texas at Austin, discusses the need to transform fidelity checks from a surveillance mechanism into a supportive process for teachers. She reflects on her experiences as a principal, noting that frequent fidelity checks can lead to feelings of confusion and frustration among educators. To foster a more positive environment, Farr suggests naming processes and expectations clearly, involving teachers in program evaluations, and focusing on a limited number of impactful areas to monitor. She emphasizes the importance of providing teachers with preparation time and feedback opportunities. As a result of these strategies, over 95% of classrooms were using the new curriculum effectively, leading to improved student outcomes and increased state assessment scores. Farr concludes that classroom visits can strengthen teacher relationships and enhance instructional practices.
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California parents are pressing schools to install cameras in special education classrooms after allegations of abuse involving students who may struggle to communicate what happens at school. Campaigns in Visalia and Bakersfield have attracted thousands of petition signatures, with supporters arguing recordings could verify mistreatment and protect vulnerable children. Visalia parent Brittney Camacho said: “Cameras are so, so important because these children don't have a voice.” However, districts cite privacy, legal and labour concerns, while existing California law restricts classroom recording without teacher and principal consent. Advocates point to Texas, where cameras can be installed in certain special education classrooms on request and footage accessed following abuse allegations. Supporters say such systems can both substantiate complaints and clear wrongly accused educators.
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Texas has introduced a new funding model for special education services, effective this school year. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has shifted from a system based on service delivery to one that assigns funding tiers based on individual student needs as documented in their individualized education program (IEP). Each student will be categorized into one of eight tiers, reflecting the level of support required in areas such as learning, behavior, and communication. The TEA emphasized that funding tiers should not dictate service placement or the services provided. For the 2026-27 school year, Texas is set to allocate an additional $250m for special education compared to the previous system, ensuring that schools receive at least as much funding as before. However, starting in 2027-28, funding will be determined solely by the new model, which may result in varying amounts for different districts.
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In Southwest Florida, more families are utilizing state scholarships to enroll their children in private schools, leading to significant growth in local Catholic schools. The Diocese of Venice reported a 40% increase in enrollment over the past six years, with Father John Belmonte, superintendent of Catholic education, stating: “We’ve really been able... to increase enrollment more than the demographic increases.” Approximately 95% of families now participate in school choice, with many relying on scholarships to afford private education. The Diocese has seen a year-over-year enrollment growth of about 10% and has invested in teacher salaries and educational programs as a result. Belmonte noted that the shift from a traditional tuition model to one based on actual educational costs has allowed for better compensation and resources. Despite rising tuition, some families now pay little to nothing out of pocket due to additional scholarship funding.
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