Tag: HoCoMD

  • Student Data Privacy Concerns

    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…

  • Per Pupil Spending Decreased 6% over the Last 10 Years

    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…

  • BYOD and screen time

    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,…

  • High schools report cards and class rank to change?