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Consequences matter: Don't reward bad behavior
Schools have more freedom to discipline students, but how should they use it?

Joanne Jacobs
Jul 302 min read


Is 'disparate impact' dead?
A federal "disparate impact" guidance could persuade employers to stop requiring college degrees when they're not necessary.

Joanne Jacobs
Jun 262 min read


Suspension rates vary: Is it racism, poverty or ... ?
Black students are suspended more than whites, but the disparities seem linked to behavior and family poverty rather than racism.

Joanne Jacobs
May 20, 20252 min read


'Disparate impact' is out: Base discipline on behavior, not race, says Trump order
Schools should discipline students who misbehave without regard to their race, says Trump's new executive order.

Joanne Jacobs
Apr 25, 20252 min read
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