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INVOICES OVER INVOICES OVER INVOICES — Hundreds of billswere rolled out in state buildings across the country this year to restrict gender-affirming healthcare, drag performances and the ability for transgender people to be addressed by their personal pronouns and play on sports teams or use facilities consistent with their gender identity.
— Almost a dozen states ban gender affirmingmedication and surgical suppliesfor transgender youth,after the Movement Advancement Project. At least 19 states have lawsProhibiting transgender students from participating in sportsthat conform to their gender identity, and seven states prohibit transgender students from attending school facilities that conform to their gender identity. Several states are also considering more restrictive measuresdefine gender.
– “We know that many transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming students face challengesthat can affect their mental health and their ability to do well in school - not because of who they are, but because of the hostility shown towards them," Education Minister Miguel Cardona said in a statement in response to the Transgender Day of the United States Visibility.
"Unfortunately, that hostility follows when politicians are among those who try to bully transgender students and their families, and use state laws to limit who they can be in our school communities," he said. "This is unacceptable."
- Domestic Policy Advisor Susan Rice and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy hosted a roundtable at the White Houseabout challenges faced by transgender children and their parents. The Department of Education also hosted a group of transgender students and their parents, where Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Catherine Lhamon told the students and their parents, "There are federal laws to protect your rights. That is the mission of our office.”
— The administration is moving forward with its agenda to codify protections for transgender students.Last week, the Department of Education sent itsproposed Title IX ruleto the White House Office of Administration and Budget over participation in athletics, a key procedural step in unveiling the policy designed to protect the right of transgender students to play on athletic teams consistent with their gender identity. And the government's final Title IX rule on sexual misconduct, which would prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity, could be released as early as May.
— OMB is expected to begin organizing meetings with groups interested in the sports rule to provide input, but the public will not be able to see the draft of the proposed rule.The proposal also comes as House Republicans are expected to introduce their restrictive transgender sports bill immediately --HR 734 (118)— to vote on the floor.
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THE NEW LEADER OF DFER —Jorge Elorza, former biennial mayor of Providence, RI, is the new CEO of Democrats for Education Reform and its affiliated think tank Education Reform Now.
— Elorza brings a long record to DFER.He supported the then governor. Gina Raimondo's offer to let the state government take over his city's ailing school system led to state education being suedThe government of Commissioner Angélica Infante-Greenon school funding in 2021 and (along with two former Providence mayors)urged his successor to workwith the city's teachers' union to fix an "unworkable governance structure" or instead scrap the city's school model and replace it with an all-charter system.
— He also made headlines when he left officewhen he stated that his family would do itnot send their young son to the city's public schools. Now he's taking over DFER as it pursues its political agenda amid a highly politicized climate surrounding charters, school choices and education in general.
— “Charter schools are currently firmly established throughout the educational landscape”,Elorza told our Juan Perez Jr., "I think that's an incredible foundation and a launch pad for the next phase of the movement."
— Still, support for charters is not universal among Democrats,left liberal boosters for the independently run schools to face partisan struggles and conservative momentum, to enact school-choice systems that favor private and religious institutions through rapidly expanding voucher programs, and ongoing efforts to create publicly-funded religious charter schools.
- Elorza argued his party offers a "clear distinction"of Republican visions of choice.
— "We support public school choice, and there are many ways to do that."said Elorza. “Republicans have a very different idea of school choice. It's not so much public school choice as private school choice, and that's something else entirely."
– And Elorza said he sees “full alignment”between the values driving the education reform movement and those at the heart of the Democratic Party. But he acknowledged headwinds.
— “There are disagreements within the Democratic Partyhow best to help our children, and that's part of the challenge we accept and I accept as the leader of this organization," he said.
– “We need to raise and raise the voices of these black and brown familiesOn the front lines, families who frankly have been and still are the core of the Democratic Party,” Elorza said. "It's our job to put them front and center, and I'm confident that as we highlight the work done and the faces of the children and families it helps, our group will grow more interested in space."
White House
BIDEN AND CARDONA TAKEN THE STREET –First Lady Jill Biden is traveling to Colorado and Michigan today as part of the government's Investing in America Tour, which aims to publicize President Joe Biden's economic policy agenda. The first lady is expected to highlight career-related learning and staff training programs, a key part of Biden's "Beyond High School" educational platform.
– Today she will join Gov. Jared Polis, a Democrat, at the Colorado State Capitol in Denverto highlight the state's investment in community colleges and workforce training programs. In the afternoon, Biden will drive to Delta College in Saginaw, Michigan, to attend the employee training programs.
- Biden will be joined by Cardona on trips to Maine and Vermont on Wednesday.In the morning, they will join Democratic Gov. Janet Mills at Southern Maine Community College in South Portland, Maine, to promote the state's free community college program. Biden and Cardona will travel to Burlington, Vermont, in the afternoon to visit BETA Technologies, an electric aerospace company, along with Gov. Phil Scott, a Republican. The visit is also expected to highlight federal and state investments in high school career and technical education programs related to electric vehicles.
The campaign
CTU FLEXES IN MAYOR'S RACE -The Chicago Teachers Union, one of the city's most powerful political bodies, uses its political power to push one of its ranks to the top of the city. They are backing Brandon Johnson, a former CTU organizer and teacher, in Tuesday's mayoral runoff against former Chicago Public Schools boss Paul Vallas.
— The working group wants to redesign how the city government addresses housing, poverty and education,and it has established an independent political organization to advance this mission. It has had successful progressive Democrat campaigns for the Chicago City Council, supporting the Illinois General Assembly and Congress -- despite losing its 2015 and 2019 mayoral elections to Rahm Emanuel and Lori Lightfoot.
– In Johnson – a progressive district commissionerwhose high-flying oratory has been a hallmark of rallies and contract fights - the union's critics see a takeover of city politics. Johnson's possibility as mayor has some education watchers fearing he would be controlled by CTU and refocus the mayor's office on union concerns.
— Many Democrats are divided on the race.Sinn.Elizabeth Waren(D-Mass.) andBernie Sander(I-Vt.) are among a list of progressives supporting Johnson. Sen.Dick Durbin(D-Ill.) and former MP Bobby Rush (D-Ill.) and former Education Secretary Arne Duncan have backed Vallas.More from Juan Perez Jr. and Shia Kapos.
Mover und Shaker
—Nicole Sealis the Gates Foundation's new senior program officer for post-secondary communications. Previously, she was the advocacy leader for social policy, education and politics at Third Way.
—Emma Navarrowas promoted to Senior Education Advocacy Advocacy Advocacy Advisor at Third Way andBen Ceciljoined the think tank as Senior Education Policy Advisor. He was previously an Associate Analyst at the American Council on Education.
curriculum
- A Montgomery County parent is still pushing for schools to ban the "r-word":Die Washington Post
– Dan Crenshaw wants to solve school shootings with “more guns”:Rolling Stone
— Graduation of the last students: school closures spread in aging Japan:Reuters
— Americans are losing confidence in college education, finds a WSJ-NORC poll:The Wall Street Journal
— One in four university applicants avoids entire countries for political reasons:The hill
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FAQs
What is Title IX when it comes to sports explain your answer? ›
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. . 1681 et seq.) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs receiving Federal financial assistance. Athletics are considered an integral part of an institution's education program and are therefore covered by this law.
What did the final rule under Title IX add? ›The Final Rule expands “actual knowledge” to include notice to any elementary or secondary school employee, and states that any person (e.g., the alleged victim or any third party) may report to a Title IX Coordinator in person or by e-mail, phone, or mail.
What did Title IX accomplish in sports? ›Title IX requires all educational institutions in the US to reward male and female athletes equally. Along with that, it also ensures the prevention of discrimination when it comes to accessing sports facilities, training centers, equipment, and other support provided to sport programmes.
Did Title IX affect men's sports? ›Although Title IX mandates helped bring the intercollegiate athletic offerings up to 20 sports (10 for women; 10 for men) in the 1970s, the athletic department had operated with a deficit for seven of the 11 years (1970-1981).
Why Title IX is so important? ›One of a series of amendments to the Higher Education Act of 1965, Title IX protects students from sex-based discrimination at any school that receives federal funding.
What is the summary of Title IX? ›Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity) discrimination in any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.
What are the 3 ways in which Title IX is enforced? ›OCR enforces Title IX by investigating complaints, conducting compliance reviews, and providing technical assistance. An institution found to violate Title IX (or any of the regulations enforced by OCR) has the opportunity to remedy the violation voluntarily.
What are the three elements of Title IX? ›- Substantial Proportionality or.
- History & Continuing Practice of Program Expansion or.
- Full & Effective Accommodation of Athletic Interests.
However, Title IX began its journey through all three branches of government when Representative Patsy T. Mink, of Hawaii, who is recognized as the major author and sponsor of the legislation, introduced it in Congress. When she died in 2002, Title IX was renamed the Patsy Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act.
Has Title IX been successful? ›It was fought at every turn, from legislators to the NCAA itself. But Title IX survived, and since 1972 has allowed hundreds of thousands of women the opportunity not just to play sports, but also to gain the skills and opportunities sports provide.
How did Title IX affect education? ›
Title IX is a federal law that was passed in 1972 to ensure that male and female students and employees in educational settings are treated equally and fairly. It protects against discrimination based on sex (including sexual harassment).
What are some facts about Title IX sports? ›- Women make up 54% of college students and only 43% of college athletes. ...
- Title IX compliance has been driven by law suits and threats of law suits. ...
- Male college athletes receive 36% more scholarship dollars than female college athletes at NCAA institutions.
10 While this progress is admirable, Title IX has had unintended negative consequences, including a decrease in the number of female coaches, high rates of sexual abuse of female athletes, and the elimination of successful men's programs."
What would be a violation of Title IX in sports? ›Sex Discrimination in Sports
For “non-gendered” sports like track or swimming, schools are usually required to have teams for boys/men and girls/women. This means that if your school only has a boy's swim team or only has a women's track team, it is likely a Title IX violation.
Gersen: Title IX's most palpable impact has been the one that was most obviously envisioned by Congress: the prohibition of formal inequality in the treatment of males and females by schools that partake of federal funding.
What is the main point of Title IX? ›Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance.
What are examples of Title IX violations in schools? ›- stalking or obscene phone calls, texts, emails, or gestures.
- sexually suggestive jokes, whistles, catcalls, or innuendos.
- inappropriate touching.
- intimidation.
Under the new regulations, the Title IX rules would clarify for the first time that “sex discrimination” under Title IX includes discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, sex-related characteristics, status as transgender or nonbinary, or sex stereotypes.
What is the 3 prong test of Title IX? ›To meet test three, an institution must offer every team for the under- represented sex (again, nearly always girls and women) for which there is sufficient interest and ability to form a team, and sufficient competition for that team in the institution's normal competitive region.
Which of the following is not covered by Title IX? ›Title IX does not cover the single-sex admissions policies of elementary, secondary, (other than vocational schools), or private undergraduate schools.
What is the dark side of Title IX? ›
The Dark Side of Title IX follows 10 coaches fighting the institutions that have worked to keep women down in athletics for decades, and explores the stories of those who have suffered unjust fates.
How did Title IX changed women's rights? ›The law opened doors and removed barriers for girls and women, and while female athletes and their sports programs still have fewer teams, fewer scholarships, and lower budgets than their male counterparts, since Title IX's passage, female participation at the high school level has grown by 1057 percent and by 614 ...
How has Title IX changed over the years? ›Over the past five decades, the understanding of nondiscrimination underlying Title IX has steadily drifted away from eliminating institutional barriers to educational opportunity for women and girls, and toward the much more ambitious project of changing the way we think about sex differences, gender roles, and ...
How does Title IX impact families? ›Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of a student's “actual or potential” parental, family, or marital status or “pregnancy, child- birth, termination of pregnancy, or recovery therefrom.”1 Generally speaking, this means that schools must give all students who might be, are, or have been pregnant (whether ...
What are the positive effects of Title IX on women's athletics? ›Passed in 1972, Title IX banned discrimination in higher education. The law stated that colleges could not exclude women from any activity — including sports. Suddenly, colleges that only offered men's teams found themselves out of compliance. Title IX increased access to women's sports at the collegiate level.
Do Club sports count for Title IX? ›What does Title IX require for schools' athletic programs? The Title IX regulations require schools to provide equal opportunity based on sex. This requirement applies to schools' athletic programs, including club, intramural, and intercollegiate teams.
How did Title IX impact soccer? ›After Title IX passed in 1972, administrators found soccer to be a cheap way to comply. Participation rates for girls and women soared in high schools, universities and club teams.
Is Title IX true or false? ›False: Title IX is part of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 (amending the Higher Education Act of 1965). It is a federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in educational institutions.
How does Title IX apply to athletics? ›Under Title IX, an educational institution must provide male and female athletes with equal access to financial aid. This means that funds allocated to athletic scholarships must be proportionate to the participation of male and female athletes.
What is violating sports rules? ›In sports, a foul is an inappropriate or unfair act by a player as deemed by a referee, usually violating the rules of the sport or game. A foul may be intentional or accidental, and often results in a penalty.
What are examples of conduct prohibited by Title IX? ›
Under Title IX, discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment or sexual violence, such as rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion.
What is Title IX examples? ›Under Title IX, discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment or sexual violence, such as rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion.
What was the purpose of Title IX quizlet? ›Title IX prohibited sex discrimination in educational institutions receiving federal funds from the United States government. It outlawed sex separate physical education classes and stated that schools had to provide either equal sport teams for girls or let the girls try out with the boys.
What is the Title IX case related to athletics? ›Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law prohibiting gender discrimination in athletic programs at institutions that receive federal funds.
What are the most common Title IX violations? ›Sexual abuse or assault, battery, or coercion. Unwanted sexual contact that stops short of rape or completed rape. Use of force or manipulation of unwanted sexual activity. Physical acts where a person is incapable of giving consent or is against a person's will.
Who started Title 9 in sports? ›At the high school level, male athletes outnumbered female athletes 12.5 to 1. Title IX was signed into law on June 23, 1972 by President Richard Nixon.
Why was Title IX proposed? ›The purpose of Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 was to update Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which banned several forms of discrimination in employment, but did not address or mention discrimination in education.
What is the ultimate consequence for non compliance with Title IX? ›The ultimate penalty for non-compliance with Title IX regulations is the withdrawal of federal funds, including monies earmarked for student loans.
What is the Equity in athletics Disclosure Act Title IX? ›The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act (EADA) was designed to make prospective students and prospective student-athletes aware of an institution of higher education's commitment to providing equitable athletic opportunities for its men and women students.