School Choice A Priority In Proposed Senate Budget
The NC Senate has put forth their version of the state budget for the 2017-18 fiscal year, and school choice continues to be a top educational priority. In addition to maintaining an increase in funds available for Opportunity Scholarships, the budget introduces a new way for parents of children with special needs to utilize state resources. […]
New Show Raises Concerns About Teen Suicide
The controversial new Netflix series, “13 Reasons Why,” has catapulted the issue of teen suicide to the forefront of public conversations. The series, which walks viewers through 13 reasons why a teenage girl took her own life, was released in its entirety on March 31, 2017 and has prompted school systems across the nation—including Wake County, […]
The Loss Of Culture In America
Professor Anthony Esolen, who teaches Renaissance Literature and the Development of Western Civilization at Providence College, talks about the restoration of American culture. Family Policy Matters Transcript: The Loss Of Culture In America INTRODUCTION: Thanks for joining us this week for Family Policy Matters. Our guest today is Professor Anthony Esolen, who teaches Renaissance Literature and […]
NC House Takes Action to Protect Free Speech on College Campuses
The North Carolina House of Representatives took action last week to help further protect free speech on public college campuses in North Carolina. House Bill 527, entitled, Restore/Preserve Campus Free Speech, directs The University of North Carolina Board of Governors to “develop and adopt a policy on free expression” for its constituent institutions. House Speaker Tim Moore stated this […]
Constitution 101: Free Online Course Available Now
Jon Lewis, Senior Manager of Direct Response Marketing at Hillsdale College, talks about a free opportunity to learn more about the U.S. Constitution and the founding of our nation. Family Policy Matters Transcript: Constitution 101: Free Online Course Available Now INTRODUCTION: Thanks for joining us this week for Family Policy Matters. Our guest today is Jon […]
Congress Considers Funding A Proven Formula For Avoiding Poverty
Despite research proving its effectiveness, the Healthy Relationships Act of 2017 (HR 2028) continues to be a controversial measure in U.S. Congress. This measure, introduced in the 115th Congress earlier this month, would authorize the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to entities providing education in Sexual Risk Avoidance, often referred to […]
US Supreme Court Hears First Religious Liberty Case with Justice Gorsuch
The United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments today in its first religious liberty case since Judge Neil Gorsuch was sworn in as a justice on the high court. The case involves Trinity Lutheran Church’s highly rated daycare and preschool program, which applied for a state grant to resurface playgrounds with safer recycled rubber material. The […]
A Child’s Conscience Is Best Protection Against Porn
Dr. Thomas Lickona, a developmental psychologist and professor of education at the State University of New York at Cortland, speaks about strategies for battling pornography in our homes and classrooms. Family Policy Matters Transcript: A Child’s Conscience Is Best Protection Against Porn INTRODUCTION: Thanks for joining us this week for Family Policy Matters. I’m Traci DeVette […]
Trump Administration Rolls Back Obama “Bathroom Mandate”
The Trump administration acted Wednesday night to protect the privacy and safety of school children, rescinding the Obama administration’s radical “bathroom mandate.” At issue was a “guidance letter,” sent by the U.S. Departments of Education and Justice under the Obama Administration that had essentially directed all public schools, colleges, and universities across the U.S. to allow students […]
Last Chance To Join Religious Freedom Training Friday & Saturday!
It’s not too late to attend a training that will make you a valuable resource regarding religious freedom in your schools. “It’s going to change the way you teach in the classroom,” says Eric Beuhrer, about this weekend’s Gateways to Better Education parent and teacher training to be held in Greensboro. The nonprofit organization is […]