Afternoon Announcements: Ed. Dept. Releases Guidelines to Protect Student Privacy

In more than a few classrooms around America, educators are going beyond the curriculum to teach students about what it means to be a responsible citizen and an active learner. It’s improving school climate and curbing discipline problems. Homeroom

New privacy guidelines issued by the US Department of Education seek to help schools and districts protect student privacy, especially when dealing with online data. Politics K-12

The additional $2 billion in E-Rate funds pledged by the Federal Communications Commission will take time to reach schools. The program provides wireless Internet for schools and libraries. Education Week

Many teachers are hopeful but nervous when it comes to the new Common Core State Standards. The Hechinger Report