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Donna S. Fisher/For LehighValleyNews.comBethlehem Area high school students won't be able to use their cell phones during class, but they can still use the devices during non-instructional times. There are different rules for younger students. -
Brian Myszkowski/LehighValleyNews.comWilson Area School Board unanimously approved its $49 million budget for the 2025-26 school year on Monday night. Included is a 3.5% tax increase.
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The ban says public school teachers may not wear any “dress, mark, emblem, insignia" that indicates they are part of "any religious order, sect or denomination.” -
Take a look at stories throughout the week of which we are most proud, had a profound impact or that you might want to look at again.
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Plans for the proposed Parkland Operations Center were recommended for preliminary/final approval by South Whitehall Township planners.
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The 4-month-old Lab was specially trained as an emotional support animal.
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Cetronia Elementary held a rally Friday to educate the kids on the impact and importance of the Super Bowl each year as the area readies to cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles.
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A judge in Pennsylvania found the public school funding system to be unconstitutional. But that doesn't guarantee change for poorer school districts.
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Parents aren't the only ones frustrated. One bus driver says students acting out causes drivers to quit, creating high turnover rates. A number of school districts are negotiating new bus driver contracts.
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Some students say they see parallels between Till's murder and recent killings of people of color by police. They participated in a Black History Month presentation at Dieruff High School.
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Students gathered to cheer for the Emmaus High School graduate who joined the Eagles at the start of the season. The team is in Arizona getting ready to play the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.
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Lehigh Valley lawmakers and educators were quick to react. One lawmaker said it was a victory for children in poorer school districts such as Allentown.
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The district wants its logo removed from all foundation materials, as well.
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The goal is to create a culture in which all students' voices are heard.
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Each session starts with a "mindful minute."
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The Futuros Empresarios program encourages students to aim for high power jobs.
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Critics say the Department of Education doesn't have the resources to take over school audits.
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Brandon Harvey's songs and dance moves are meant to help engage students.
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Local legislators react with praise and caution.
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The donation by philanthropist MacKenzie Scott is part of $133.5M she's giving to the national nonprofit.
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A child home for a 10-day quarantine this year would be eligible for about $71.
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The district is trying to keep its schools open in spite of the surging number of COVID cases.
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Multiple bus runs after school could also mean students will get home later.
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Some districts move to remote learning as another reports more than 700 student absences in one day.
