Independent K-12 schools should review and, if necessary, revise their employee performance management systems. Doing so will not only help employees meet their goals and satisfy the school's needs, but can avoid surprising poor performers and potentially triggering claims against the school.
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Strive to eliminate workplace bullying at your K-12 school, college, or university. Doing so could reduce employee turnover, boost morale, and decrease costs. According to the Workplace Bullying Institute, 19% of American workers have experienced abuse at work. Workplace bullies control those around them, creating a difficult working environment for targets of and witnesses to bullying behavior.
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This study of approximately 1,600 claims against independent K-12 schools received by United Educators (UE) during a five-year period (2012-2016) found about 35% of claims incurred losses totaling nearly $93 million. Students and parents brought almost half the claims and accounted for nearly 60% of losses.
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This publication discusses common issues arising when higher ed faculty members post on social media platforms, particularly on controversial topics. It makes various recommendations for institutions, including developing appropriate social media guidelines and educating the campus community about the applicability and limits of academic freedom.
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