The Leading Edge: Policy & Advocacy Blog
The Leading Edge, AASA's policy & advocacy blog, provides up-to-date information about activities in Washington, D.C. and Capitol Hill that affect you and your school district.
Topics include new or proposed regulations and federal policies, federal funding updates and opportunities, advocacy resources and more.
Latest Posts
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October 18, 2021
Discover an Award for Innovative Young People! -
October 18, 2021
Details re Biden Vaccine Plan and Education Implications -
October 18, 2021
State of Our Schools 2021 -
October 18, 2021
BUDGET RECONCILIATION: K-12 FUNDING DETAILS -
October 18, 2021
USED Releases ARP Fact Sheet on Pre-Award Costs -
October 18, 2021
FCC Announces Second ECF Application Window -
October 18, 2021
The Advocate September 2021: District ARP Spending: A Snapshot -
October 18, 2021
Guest Post: 4 Steps to Manage COVID-19 Vaccinations in School Districts -
October 18, 2021
USDA Announces School Meals SY 21-22 Flexibilities, Waivers and Supply Chain Resources -
October 18, 2021
USED IDEA Resource Round-Up -
October 18, 2021
America Counts Releases State Data Profiles -
October 18, 2021
USED Guidance Reaffirms Importance of Full Implementation of IDEA -
October 18, 2021
FCC Releases Back-to-School Emergency Broadband Benefit Outreach Toolkit -
October 18, 2021
New research finds schools remain more likely to suspend Black students and students with disabilities, despite overall reductions -
October 18, 2021
USED Revises Maintenance of Equity Guidance
Latest Advocacy & Policy Resources
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August 09, 2024
Back-to-School: Resources and InspirationType:Toolkit Topics: Advocacy & Policy, Board Relations, District & School Operations, Health & WellnessA curated collection of resources to set you on the path to success this new school year. -
June 21, 2024
PEP Talk Episode 31: The 2024 Title IX RegulationsType:Podcast Topics: Advocacy & Policy, District & School Operations, EthicsOn this episode of PEP Talk: Kat Sturdevant interviews Holly McIntush, partner at Thompson & Horton LLP and Jackie Gharapour Wernz, partner at ECR Solutions LLC, two powerhouse Title IX experts about the recently released Title IX regulations. -
May 31, 2024
The Superintendent's Guide to the 2024 Title IX RulesType:Toolkit Topics: Advocacy & PolicyUse this guide to help your school district team prepare to comply with the new requirements and to prevent and address sex discrimination and harassment.
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