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Schools in the News- Iowa and Cameras in the Classroom

I have never posted something news-related here, but this is a bill that makes me nervous: In Iowa, they are considering live-streaming the majority of classrooms for parents to follow along. It really seems like it is to try to "catch" teachers talking about controversial topics.  

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I have had my share of hover parents and lawnmower parents. This would take it to a new level.

Article here.

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