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The Alabama Legislature passed many bills that impact education this year. Between passing a record-breaking $8.26 billion Education Trust Fund budget and the Alabama Numeracy Act, legislators have demonstrated a commitment to improving education for Alabama students. Read our rundown of which bills passed - and those that didn't - here.



Also, the Alabama State Board of Education held its April meeting yesterday. Click here to read our key takeaways from the meeting.
This Week at A+
 
>The Alabama Best Practices Center Blog: When Tuscaloosa County sent their secondary coaches to our Instructional Partners Network retreats this year, they took part in an important discussion: How do we convince teachers to video their own teaching as a way to strengthen instructional practices? Read about their 5 strategies in our latest piece.
 

 
A+ College Ready Updates: Today 150 Gadsden City elementary teachers met for Computer Science Fundamentals training provided by A+ College Ready in partnership with Code.org. In fall 2022, all Alabama elementary schools will be required to teach computer science in accordance with the 2019 Computer Science Bill. Kudos to Gadsden City for helping to prepare their teachers for this new curriculum!

 
> Introducing the A+ Policy Portal: Our A+ Policy Portal is your one-stop-shop for accessible information about evidence-based, student-centered education policy. Click here to access it.


  STATE NEWS


Record Investments in Teachers and Schools: Recap of the 2022 Legislative Session
(A+ Education Partnership)


Across the Board 2022: Key Takeaways from the April ALBOE Meeting
(A+ Education Partnership)


What Did the AL Legislature Do for Schools and Kids in 2022?
(written by Trisha Powell Crain, al.com, April 12)


Alabama Lawmaker Passed Teacher, Substitute Pay Raises, Certification Updates. What's Next?
(written by Trisha Powell Crain, al.com, April 13)


Superintendent Dr. Mackey: Teachers Could Have to Navigate 'Tricky Conversations' After New Law
(written by Trisha Powell Crain, al.com, April 11)


Alabama's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill: What It Would Do, What It Says
(written by Trisha Powell Crain, al.com, April 7)


Alabama's Anti-LGBTQ Legislation Signed Into Law While Teens Worry About Their Future
(written by Rebecca Griesbach, al.com, April 11)


Alabama Class of 2021 ACT Scores Fall Again
(written by Trisha Powell Crain, al.com, April 7)


Meet the 16 Teachers Who Are Finalists for Teacher of the Year
(written by Ruth Serven Smith, al.com, April 13)

 


NATIONAL NEWS


Rural Students' Achievement Growth Disrupted By Summer Slide
(written by Naaz Moden, Education Dive, April 8)


Increasing Female Representation in STEM Careers Starts With Exposure
(written by Melissa Jenkens, EdSource, April 10)


Has Federal Crisis Spending Served Its Intended Objectives? Lessons From the Recession and COVID-19
(written by Kenneth Shores and Matthew P. Steinberg, Brookings Institute, April 12)


A One-Woman Rescue Squad for Homeless Students
(written by Jason DeParle, The New York Times, April 11)
 


OPINIONS


State Rep. Collins: Legislature Passes More Than 2 Dozen Bills to Improve Education Outcomes in Alabama
(written by Rep. Terri Collins, Yellowhammer, April 12)


The Time Has Come for Truly Personalized Learning - With a Navigator to Make Sure Every Child Succeeds
(written by Paul Reville and Geoffrey Canada, Flypaper, April 1)


 
PODCASTS

How Charter Schools Are Closing Achievement Gaps in Metro Areas
(from The Education Gadfly Show Podcast, 2022)




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