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The Standard - Column

Student Voice: Finding Hope by Finding a Voice

Democracy thrives when primary stakeholders are brought into the picture.


NCOSEA Voice: Student Free Speech and Social Media Posts

There are many challenges policymakers face that were heightened by the turn toward virtual learning environments.


From the President's Pen: The Starfish and the Ocean

All policies are thus rightly viewed as part of a greater ecosystem.


The NASBE Interview: Russlynn Ali

Transforming high schools isn't just an education issue.


We the Media: Laying Down a Baseline on School Health Policies

States have been making important strides toward ensuring that schools are safe, more supportive learning environments.


State Board Voice: School Is No Longer Just a Place

We need to create space and flexibility for educators' creativity, curiosity, and innovation.


Student Voice: Having an Equal Seat at the Table

Student advocacy ought not be equated with ingratitude.


NCOSEA Voice: What State Education Agencies Need to Know about FERPA

State boards can set the vision for sharing data to serve the interests of students, families, and schools.