AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoBack-to-School Cost Relief (Ohio): Ohio’s sales tax holiday is underway through Sunday, exempting qualifying school items like clothing under $75 and supplies/instructional materials under $20 each, with retailers also running specials for families and teachers. School Leadership & Culture: More than 50 principals and educators gathered for an all-principals meeting in Clifton to set the tone for the new year, with diocesan leaders emphasizing leadership that’s grounded in purpose and relationships. Student Learning & Literacy: NYC released new reading results showing a sharp drop, with only about half of grades 3–8 proficient in English Language Arts, prompting calls for a closer look at the city’s literacy approach. Teacher Support Through Relationships: A new piece highlights how instructional leaders should shift from “fixing” to observing and coaching—slowing down to understand the people behind classroom practice. AI in K-12: A student-led national AI policy framework urges schools to prioritize human judgment, protect learning, and preserve students’ and educators’ right to refuse AI tools. Food Access in Schools (Michigan): Mesick Consolidated Schools is launching a free “school food club” grocery inside the building, using a points system that steers purchases toward healthier options. Safety & Accountability: A longtime Ohio teacher was jailed after a child exploitation investigation, and Los Angeles Unified is rolling out strict screen-time limits starting next year.
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