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Paul Katula is the executive editor of the Voxitatis Research Foundation, which publishes this blog. For more information, see the About page.

Stories by Paul Katula

Court upholds dismissal of counselor over book

By Paul Katula •
A federal district court in Illinois has ruled that Rich Twp HS Dist 227 didn't violate a guidance counselor's free speech rights when they fired him based on a "self-help" book he wrote about relationships.

Perry Hall school shooter sentenced to 35 years

By Paul Katula •
The 15-year-old who pleaded guilty to attempted murder in a school shooting incident on the first day of school at Perry Hall High School was sentenced to 35 years in prison.

Educators on their own job satisfaction

By Paul Katula •
A report from MetLife says teachers are not happy in their jobs and offers a few reasons why morale seems to be on the decline. We have a few ideas too.

Illinois middle, high schools take 5Essentials survey

By Paul Katula •
Illinois's middle and high school students, parents, teachers, and other school officials are being asked to complete a statewide survey, "5Essentials," that could help guide schools to better student learning.