Category: Blog
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Connected and Capable: How Feeling You Belong Boosts College Success
College can be a time of tremendous opportunity, yet it also challenges students in unexpected ways. New environments, academic pressures, and social transitions often test confidence and resilience. Research shows that students who feel a sense of belonging navigate these challenges more effectively. Belonging shapes motivation, engagement, and persistence, creating a foundation for both academic…
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Under Pressure and Underfunded: Civil Rights Enforcement Faces Growing Strain in Education
Ongoing budget reductions within the Education Department have placed heavy pressure on its ability to enforce civil rights protections in schools. The Office of Civil Rights, which plays a central role in addressing discrimination and ensuring equal access to education, has been especially affected. As funding tightens, the office is struggling to keep up with…
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Strained Resources Challenge the Education Department’s Civil Rights Mission
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has long served as the federal watchdog for equity and access in education. Its mission encompasses enforcing civil rights laws, investigating discrimination complaints, and providing guidance to schools and universities nationwide. However, recent budget cuts have left the office grappling with resource shortages, staff reductions,…
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Joseph Lento: Education Law Defense Specialist
Attorney Joseph Lento recognized that many of the challenges clients faced were not limited to a single location or system. Students encountered disciplinary processes that felt inconsistent, while professionals faced investigations that threatened years of effort. Few practices were structured to address these matters broadly. In response, he helped shape a model to handle complex…
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