House passes bill to expand “Don’t Say Gay” law through 12th grade
Lawmakers also passed a bill requiring parental consent for drag performances at schools and libraries.
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House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in schools
The bill would require displays in all K-12 classrooms that teach history.
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The Founders were acutely aware of the destructive outcomes of intertwining religion and politics.
Montgomery school board moves forward with controversial superintendent selection
Despite criticism from all corners, the MPS school board pushed forward with a controversial superintendent selection
Ten Commandments bill headed back to the drawing board
Committee members asked for clarification on how the bill would apply to college campuses and how schools would be held accountable since the bill requires private funding.
Autaugaville residents call on school board to reverse decision to close school
Superintendent Lyman Woodfin said reduced enrollment at the school made it unfeasible to keep the doors open next year.
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Accountability is a lesson that young people must learn, and parents are ultimately responsible for monitoring their child’s behavior.
Committee advances bill to ban Drag Shows at schools, libraries
The stripped-down bill would prohibit drag shows in public schools and libraries.
Gov. Ivey calls for legislation banning smart phone use in Alabama public schools
The legislation would implement a statewide ban on the use of cell phones on public school campuses during times of instruction.
February 5, 2025
Alabama climbs in national reading, math rankings
Alabama saw real gains in fourth grade math scores, and moved up the rankings in reading as well by maintaining reading levels while other states saw declines.