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Property taxes matter to school funding, but they are only one part of a larger federal-state-local system. Learn why a tax cut can affect districts differently from one state to another.
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TANF is often described simply as “welfare,” but it is a state-run federal block-grant program with work rules, time limits, exemptions, and very different state policies.
Read articleFederal and state budgets continue to fund school-based mental-health programs, but money does not automatically equal a new counselor in every building. Learn how the fundin…
Read articleIDEA itself was not replaced in 2026, but funding and state accountability are active issues. Learn about new federal investment and the annual IDEA state determinations.
Read articleFederal agencies are promoting a “Treatment First” approach to homelessness and addiction in 2026. Learn what the phrase means and what it could change for local programs.
Read articleMichigan families are again asking whether school meals remain free. Learn how statewide funding, school participation, meal applications, and other benefit programs can inte…
Read articleMichigan’s education budget includes major funding for per-pupil aid, mental health and safety, special education, literacy, and school meals. Here is what families should wa…
Read articleSpecial education evaluation is more than one test. Learn about academic and cognitive testing, BASC-3 and other rating scales, adaptive behavior, speech and OT evaluations, …
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IEP forms look different across states and districts, but the required pieces are similar. Learn what present levels, goals, services, accommodations, placement, progress mon…
Read articleRepeated school behavior problems can be a sign of missing skills, stress, disability, conflict, or unmet needs. Learn what parents can ask for before discipline becomes a cy…
Read articleAI tools can help students brainstorm, explain concepts, and practice skills, but school rules vary. Learn when AI use may be appropriate, when it can become cheating, and wh…
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