The Denver school board is considering reexamining a holiday named after civil rights leader César Chávez due to recent abuse allegations. The holiday was originally established in 2003 to honor Chávez’s contributions. Board members may vote on whether to retain or rename the observance. Key Points Holiday named after César Chávez in 2003 by Denver […]
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Meisha Ross Porter, the former New York City schools chancellor, has withdrawn her candidacy for the CEO position at Chicago Public Schools. The announcement comes amid an ongoing search for new leadership in the district. This development follows her tenure in NYC, where she was involved in initiatives like expanding 3-K programs. Key Points Porter
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Hundreds of colleges and professors have urged the U.S. Department of Education to reverse recent policy changes deemed ‘dangerous’ for graduate students. A Chronicle analysis of public comments submitted to the Trump administration highlights key emerging themes in the feedback. The pleas focus on protecting grad students from the impacts of these modifications. Key Points
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The U.S. Department of Education is transferring responsibilities for collecting defaulted student loans to the Treasury Department. This move is part of a broader effort to distribute ED’s duties to other federal agencies. It will also expand Treasury’s role in student financial aid oversight going forward. Key Points Education Department transfers defaulted loan collection to
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