Top English schools take in half as many Send pupils as average comprehensive School leaders believe some deploy a deliberate strategy to boost grades and improve finances, new research suggests

If the “best” schools take fewer SEND pupils, are they really the best? New research shows 'top' schools admit far fewer disadvantaged SEND pupils than their local areas. That’s not excellence. That’s selection. #FairAdmissions www.theguardian.com/education/20...

Committee advances 'ban the box' for felony history in college admissions The committee passed HB 3,379 to prohibit colleges from asking about felony history before admission while allowing post‑acceptance screening and certain felony carve‑outs; sponsor Representative Ranson said the bill is modeled on Louisiana law.

Oklahoma's new Higher Education Workforce Development and Fair Admissions Act is set to give individuals with criminal records a fair chance at college, while still ensuring campus safety through specific safeguards.

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Massachusetts lawmaker proposes bill to end discrimination in vocational school admissions Bill mandates blind lottery admissions for vocational schools to promote equity

A groundbreaking bill in Massachusetts aims to eliminate discrimination in vocational school admissions by implementing blind lottery systems to ensure equity for all students.

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Education South West is proud to receive the Sutton Trust Fair School Admissions Award (Bronze) 🏆 Recognising our work to make admissions fairer, reduce costs & improve access so every child can thrive. 🌟 #FairAdmissions

Which Colleges and Universities Consider Legacy Status in Admissions? - Education Reform Now Which Colleges Consider Legacy Status For our Future of Fair Admissions Issue Brief 5: Legacy Admissions, we looked at all…

Myth 2: "Removing legacy preferences is racist"

Legacy preferences disproportionately benefit white, wealthy students — not a path to diversity. It's time to end unfair advantages for some, and create equal opportunities for all. #HigherEdEquity #FairAdmissions
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