Welcome to the Lonnie Palmer Blog
Welcome to the Lonnie Palmer Blog, your trusted source for insights on education policy and special education. Here you’ll find articles covering school funding, special education strategies, and practical guidance for parents and educators working to improve education outcomes.
What You’ll Find on Our Blog
- Insights on education policy and special education
- Special education support strategies for parents and teachers
- Technology tools for special education classrooms and at home
- School funding and its impact on special education
- Student-centered strategies for effective learning
For additional insights, check out Education Week for policy updates and explore Understood.org for special education resources.
Mental Health in Schools: Barriers and Solutions
The growing conversation around mental health in schools shows how urgent this issue has become. Anxiety, depression, and stress affect how students learn, focus, and
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Mental Health in Schools: Barriers and Solutions
The growing conversation around mental health in schools shows how urgent this issue has become. Anxiety, depression, and stress affect how students learn, focus, and
School Boards and Politics: Power, Influence, and Education
Moreover, school boards approve budgets, set policies, and guide administrators directly. They act as the local voice in education and help shape curriculum choices. Yet
Public Schools Preparing Students for Jobs
Public schools remain the backbone of America’s education. But in today’s fast-changing economy, the question persists: Are public schools preparing students for jobs? Automation, technology,
Rural Schools in Crisis: Closing the U.S. Education Gap
The phrase Rural Schools in Crisis reflects the growing gap between rural and urban education. While urban districts often benefit from better technology, more funding,
The Homework Debate in Schools
The homework debate in schools has long divided educators, parents, and students. Some say homework reinforces learning and teaches discipline, while others argue it causes
School Safety Politics: Are Students Really Protected?
School Safety Politics refers to how policy debates, legislation, and political agendas influence how schools protect their students. While schools may install cameras, hire security
What Is the Digital Divide in Education?
The digital divide in education means that some students have strong internet and modern devices while others do not. Today’s schools expect students to do
Charter Schools Myths
Charter schools are often presented as a middle ground between public and private education. Advocates claim they provide innovation, choice, and better student outcomes. Critics
Technology in Public Education: Promise and Pitfalls
The rise of technology in public education has transformed classrooms across the United States. From digital whiteboards to online learning platforms, schools are racing to
Teacher Shortages in America: Causes and Solutions
The issue of teacher shortages in America has reached crisis levels in recent years. Across the country, schools are struggling to fill positions in critical
Standardized Testing Problems in Public Schools
Standardized testing might seem like a useful way to measure student performance, but beneath the surface lie several standardized testing problems that harm students, teachers,
Parents Choose School: Pros and Cons of Public School Choice
The question of whether parents choose school for their children has become one of the most important debates in education policy. Supporters say it empowers
How to Improve Student Test Scores in Public Schools
The question of how to improve student test scores in public schools is one of the biggest challenges in education today. From classroom practices to
School Funding Debate: Public vs Private Education in the U.S.
The public vs private school funding debate has influenced U.S. education for decades. Public school advocates argue that government funding ensures equal opportunity for all
School Zoning Unequal Education – Understanding the Divide
The question of “does school zoning create unequal education” is central to the debate about fairness in U.S. public schools. By tying school attendance to
Education Policy and Cultural Distractions
Education policy is designed to guide schools, ensuring equity and academic rigor. Yet classrooms don’t exist in isolation. Today’s students face constant cultural distractions from
Political Issues in Education
From funding battles to curriculum censorship, political issues in education are disrupting classrooms across America. These debates aren’t just background noise they actively slow progress
School Tax Inequality in the U.S.: How Wealth Shapes Education
Under the current system, school tax inequality in the U.S. is not an accident it’s the result of structural policy. By relying heavily on local
Teacher Pay in Public Schools Fairness, Benefits, and Change
Teacher Pay in Public Schools The Truth Behind the Chalkboard They shape young minds, guide students through life challenges, and often buy their own supplies
Student Test Score Comparisons by Country
Every few years, the world gets a snapshot of how students across different countries are performing. Through international testing programs like PISA and TIMSS, we
How School Voucher Programs Impact Public Schools
How School Voucher Programs Impact Public Schools: The Real Cost of “Choice” School voucher programs are often introduced as a solution to failing schools a