A possible heckler’s veto stands on Cinco de Mayo
A heckler's veto is allowed to stand in a California case before the Ninth Circuit: student speech would cause a disruption, so it can be banned.
Boy who posted nude photos of a girl sues school
A Miss. boy is suing his high school over the punishment imposed for his posting of nude pictures of a fellow student, a minor girl.
Lack of sleep increases failure risk in school
A Md. county considers, again, starting high school after 7:17, because teen sleep patterns put kids at risk of failure if they don't get enough sleep.
Hooky for 12:07 O's game
We celebrate the Baltimore Orioles as they conclude a season for the books and encourage schoolchildren to take part in the celebration.
Hearing health is important in marching band
Marching band students are at increased risk for hearing loss. Symptoms that hearing may be in danger are ringing in the ears and temporary hearing loss.
Complete rules for the marching band game
Here we publish the complete set of ruled for the 2014 incarnation of our marching band prediction game.
National Blue Ribbon Schools 2014 – 22 in Illinois
We celebrate the 22 schools in IL named National Blue Ribbon Schools yesterday. Among them are 13 public & 9 Catholic schools.
Marching word wall, Oct. 1
Today we look at some specific marching vocabulary: dress, cover, and one used strictly on the field, horns to the box.
National Blue Ribbon Schools 2014 – 10 in Maryland
10 schools in Maryland were named National Blue Ribbon Schools this afternoon: 6 public and 4 Catholic schools.
Phelps arrested for DUI, take 2
Swimmer Michael Phelps has been arrested in Baltimore for DUI, again. Action may be needed to prevent the accidental death of innocent people.