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.
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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
The Illusion of Choice: Why School Choice Fails Urban Students
Introduction The concept of school choice in public education promises flexibility and freedom for families. But in reality, it often leaves behind the very students
Improving Transition Planning for Special Education Students
Introduction Improving transition planning for special education students is more than a school requirement it’s a launchpad for adult life. For students receiving special education