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Cheers and Jeers: January 16, 2025

The Education Gadfly
1.16.2025
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Cheers

  • The Detroit school district has implemented new financial incentives and grade promotion policies to fight chronic absenteeism. —Chalkbeat Detroit
  • In October, The National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (NSCRC) reported a 5 percent drop in freshman enrollment—but now, NSCRC has issued a correction indicating rates of enrollment actually increased in 2024. —Forbes

Jeers

  • Paid work experiences can be extremely valuable for high school students, but only a small percentage have access to internships or apprenticeships. —The 74
  • A recent survey reveals that 48 percent of educators report significantly more student misbehavior this fall compared to pre-pandemic levels, contributing to lower teacher morale and raising concerns about the effectiveness of current disciplinary strategies. —Caitlynn Perez, Education Week
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