School Issues
General topics on school issues facing educators, parents, and students. Regulatory, political, and other related debates are also listed. Administration policy and procedures as well as other school issues.
School Issues Articles
Private Schools Pros and Cons
Private schools and public schools have advantages and disadvantages. When comparing public school vs. private school weigh the pros and cons of both. This article also reviews the pros and cons of private boarding schools.
School Bullying
Every school has a bully. School bullying can vary in severity from verbal name-calling to violence. This article contains statistics on bullies. Keep reading to find more facts on school bullying and what you can do to prevent bullying.
School Violence
School violence is a problem in both public and private schools. Find the school violence statistics, types of school violence, and causes of school violence. Help prevent and stop school violence.
Literacy Statistics
Literacy Statistics: Literacy means the ability to read and write. Literacy is one of the top goals of education. United States literacy rates and literacy statistics around the world by country. Get the highest and lowest rates of illiteracy by country. This article provides literacy statistics.
Sex Education
How should sex education be handled? What should the content of sex education include? Should sex education be taught in school? What age should sex education be taught? This article addresses these questions.
School Dress Codes
School dress codes are often a topic of debate. Is there a line to be drawn between expressing your freedom of individuality and maintaining educational environments? This article will cover basic dress code and school uniform issues.
Education Reform
Education reform is in the news every day. In this article we discuss school choice (public, magnet, charter), school financial reform, standards-based education (NCLB), SAT,ACT, and AP testing, and our 21st century classroom.
Year Round School Debate
The year round school debate has been around for many years. Some schools participate in year round school, while some traditional schools do not want the change. This article offers pros and cons of the year round school debate.
School Discipline
School discipline has always been a topic of debate. This article will discuss how school discipline works, school discipline with detention, school discipline with suspension, school discipline with expulsion, and other considerations.
Gifted Education
Gifted students need gifted education. This article defines gifted education and has information on how gifted children are identified, meeting the needs of a gifted child, and gifted education affects of No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act.
Standardized Tests: Overview
In this standardized tests overview we will present the pros and cons of the ongoing standardized testing debate. Keep reading for information on ways of categorizing standardized tests and the debate about standardized tests.
Year Round School Overview
School calendars can be complex and confusing. This article discusses options that are available when considering a year round school schedule, including track and multiple track schedules and how the year round school schedule changes the school calendar.
Compulsory Education
Have you ever told your kids, “you have to go to school, it’s the law”? This article discusses the History of Compulsory Education, Compulsory Education Requirements in the United States and how US Education Requirements Compare to the Rest of the World.
School Accreditation
School accreditation is a big issue in both the public and private sector. Learn more about what accredited schools are, which ones are valid, and how to find them. Also, see how school accreditation can affect your education and employment goals.
Testing Issues
Testing issues have become a big topic in recent years. Standards for test scores, like No Child Left Behind, make teachers and administrators more focused on test results. Learn about the impact testing issues have on how teachers present subject matter.
Against Homeschool
Some people are against homeschools. Take an objective look at how the home school may have unqualified instructors, outdated materials, and lack of "real world" preparation. Homeschoolers may also lack needed socialization. Read on to learn more...
Character Education
What is character education and how does character education take place? These are the two main topics discussed in this article. Changes in legislation may effect how much focus is put on character education in the future. Read on to learn more….
Free and Reduced Cost School Lunches
Free and Reduced Cost School Lunches can be provided by any public or nonprofit private school or day care. Federal income guidelines determine who is eligible for free and reduced cost school lunch. Learn more about this nutritious meal option for kids.
School Lunch Programs
School Lunch Programs are an important part of our public school system. Children and teenagers often rely on school lunch as part of a nutritional, healthy diet. Read this article to learn more about the school lunch program and why it is so important.
