Author Archives: Brent Villasenor

The Book of Revelations: The Future of Religious Schools Post-Carson v. Makin

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Brent Villasenor

By: Brenton Villasenor Even if you can, does it mean you should? Many religious school advocates may soon have to answer this question. The Supreme Court’s Carson v. Makin decision in June 2022 was perhaps one of the more significant … Continue reading →

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Restorative Practices in Schools: “Where are We Now?” Symposium Recap

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Brent Villasenor

On April 12, 2024, the Loyola Center on Education Law & Policy, in partnership with Illinois Disciplinary Equity Project and Forest Zafran Consulting hosted numerous educators, administrators, and attorneys for the Restorative Practices in Schools: Where are We Now? Symposium. … Continue reading →

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Books Behind Bars: The Renewal of Pell Grants for Incarcerated Americans

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Brent Villasenor

By: Mary Hornschemeier Bandstra Participating in a college program while in prison has been definitively shown to reduce recidivism, to improve financial outcomes for former inmates and their families, and to save significant taxpayer money. But for nearly thirty years, … Continue reading →

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Lowering Substitute Teacher Requirements: A Solution to the Shortage

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Brent Villasenor

By: Ibtesam Mustafa Teachers are absent for an average of 6% of the school year — this is where substitutes step in. Substitute teachers are critical to a school’s daily operation. They give teachers a sense of security, knowing their … Continue reading →

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