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Use of handcuffs to subdue disruptive student comes under fire
A Concord, N.H., high school senior who was handcuffed in the cafeteria by the school’s on-campus police officer says her civil rights were violated.…
Forestall violence by connecting with students
The message at another recent school safety conference sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education (ED) was simple: Students who commit violent acts in…
Summit reveals two ‘best practices’ for ensuring safe schools
A recent summit hosted by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) showcased two promising approaches to promoting better …
School van crashes prompt safety warning
States and school districts that permit the use of passenger vans instead of traditional school buses to transport students are putting children at…
Upcoming events of interest to eSchools
May May 11-13 Palm Springs, Calif. Computer-Using Educators Charting a New Course: Navigating 2000. Attendees can expect to explore issues involving the advancement of educational technology at…
Key organizations and leading companies that support the eSchool movement
Acer America Corp., headquartered in San Jose, Calif., is part of the Acer Group, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of microcomputers. Visit Acer’s web site: http://www.acer.com (800)…
A four-part plan for achieving successful school technology integration
Schools throughout the United States now recognize the importance of using technology to enhance classroom teaching and learning. The rapid growth of educational standards and dedicated funding to support school…
“Views of the Solar System” puts learning into orbit
http://www.solarviews.com This multilingual site (it can be viewed in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, or German) is a great pictorial reference to the major components of our solar system. “Views…
More news affecting eSchools—quick and to the point
Study: Web offers few riches for poor Although low-income and immigrant groups in America are increasingly gaining access to the internet, little online content is geared to their needs,…
This month’s best picks for new hardware and software
Affordable yet powerful laptop from Compaq Educators looking for a portable computer that compares to a PC in both price and functionality should consider this new product from Compaq…