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Enhancing Policy Management: Clear Legal Guidance, Dedicated Support, and Proactive Updates

Introduction Upon assuming the role of Superintendent at Au Gres-Sims School District five years ago, Chris Ming encountered various policy challenges. These included implementing virtual access for board members, ensuring compliance with the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), and updating Title IX policies. Initially, the district navigated these updates independently, leading to a fragmented […]

Case Study: The Impact of Neola Policy Services on Lodi School District

Introduction In 2022, the School District of Lodi in Wisconsin sought to enhance its policy management system to better navigate the complex and ever-evolving landscape of state and federal regulations. Under District Administrator Dr. Vince Breunig’s leadership, the district turned to Neola, a trusted provider of policy services, to ensure compliance and efficiency in governance.  […]

Neola Strengthens Leadership Team to Advance Mission-Driven Growth in Education Policy

Neola, a premier provider of education policy services, is pleased to announce key leadership promotions and additions as the company enters 2025. These changes reaffirm Neola’s unwavering commitment to comprehensive policy solutions that help schools set direction in an ever-changing educational landscape. Amanda Clapp, Neola’s President, emphasized the importance of strong leadership in helping schools […]

Crowdfunding in Schools- How Districts Can Maximize Benefits While Reducing Risk

Across the country, many school districts are grappling with the complexities of overseeing fundraising efforts conducted by various school support organizations. In 2022 alone, over six million crowdfunding campaigns were launched globally, and by 2030, the World Bank predicts the market will grow to an astounding $300 billion. This trend is no surprise, given how […]

FL: How is your School District Implementing Florida’s New Cell Phone Ban?

In 2023, Florida became the first state in the nation to require public schools to ban the usage of cell phones during class time.  Pursuant to the Technology in K-12 Public Schools law (CS/HB 379), section 1006.07(2)(f), Florida Statutes requires that local school boards not only adopt policy that prohibits the use of wireless devices […]

How to Effectively Manage the Parental Permission Rule

While students are settling into their new daily routines for the start of another school year, teachers have begun implementing their lesson plans for this academic term.  In doing so, many educators are still questioning their responsibility under Rule 6A-10.085, part of the Parental Rights in Education law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis in 2022 […]

Internet Safety and Accidental School Complicity

Internet Safety and Accidental School Complicity The video stream will go live on December 7 at 8:30 am Click on the link to access the stream event: Live Stream Link (If the live stream breaks a new link will be provided on this page. Please refresh the site to see any updates.) Contact Scott Westhoven at […]

Starting the School Year in the Right Direction

The new school year has begun. We know you could easily fill your days with the many tasks needed to get students and staff settled into their classes and routines. And when the chaos of back-to-school tasks recedes, it will invariably make room for athletics, discipline, grading, testing, and more.  Most of us join the […]

Neola Education Policy Support and Services: Empowering Schools for Student Success

In an ever-changing educational landscape, it is crucial for schools and educational institutions to have comprehensive policy frameworks that align with the evolving needs of children and educators. Neola continues to craft policy changes and legal guidance to assist Florida districts through these challenges. We are here to serve as a reliable guide to establishing […]