March 30, 2026

The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds, provided during the COVID-19 pandemic, have now expired. Education finance experts note that measuring the effectiveness of these relief funds is challenging. However, they agree that schools would have been in a worse position without this financial support. Key Points ESSER pandemic relief spending has concluded […]

The opinion piece discusses how Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids on students’ homes lead to psychological trauma for children in immigrant families. Educators report dealing with distressed students whose family members have been detained, affecting their mental health and well-being. It highlights long-term consequences including declining school enrollment and reduced future job opportunities. Key