Author: Jen Mallo
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Student Data Privacy Concerns
A concerned parent reached out to me with questions about our concerns she had about privacy and student survey—especially when sensitive or private information is involved. I decided to do some research to make an informed response and found this great article about what we should be asking our school system and why. It encourages…
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Per Pupil Spending Decreased 6% over the Last 10 Years
Executive Summary: Inflation-adjusted per pupil funding has decreased 6% over the last 10 years So, let me explain how I get to that number. There has been a lot of discussion recently on the HCPSS operating budget – both how we got into the current ‘mess’, and how that can be addressed. Additionally, there have…
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Teacher Recommended
I’m pleased to announce that I have earned the endorsement of the educator’s union, Howard County Education Association, and will be on the apple ballot. My 20 years of education advocacy and involvement were key reasons that I was recognized by our Howard County educators. I look forward to working with our educators and appreciate…
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Overcrowded? More like..unsafe, inequitable, and financially disastrous
The current system of attendance areas is not safe, not equitable, and is financially disastrous. If students cannot safely transit hallways and stairwells, cannot have room to sit at a desk in a classroom or cafeteria —that is unsafe. It is not equitable that students at overcrowded schools do not have the same opportunities…
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Q&A Follow-up from HoCo School Interest
The Facebook Group HoCo School Interest had a online forum followed by a q&a. Here are the answers to the questions that I was not able to get to during the week. Thanks for reading. Q: In light of what happened in Glenelg today, how will you work to realign resources to support the work…
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Response to Hatred, Harassment, and Discrimination on display at Glenelg HS
While my heart is breaking for Ellicott City, it still has not recovered from the painful racism, anti-Semitic, bigoted homophobic vandalism at Glenelg High School last week. We want healing, reconciliation, and social justice. We may not achieve it – but we are all better for the attempt. When I first read the articles and…
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BYOD and screen time
Hot Topic: BYOD and screen time Education Week recently conducted a survey of school principals on their views of student screen time. The survey included questions on the amount of screen time – both at home and at school – as well as the types of activities that they believe require screen time. In addition,…
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High schools report cards and class rank to change?