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The Detroit Public Schools Community District is closing four schools, including J.E. Clark Preparatory Academy, at the end of this school year. The closures affect families in Detroit, prompting a survey to gather parent experiences. One of the schools mentioned is the Barack Obama charter school. Key Points Four DPSCD schools, including J.E. Clark Preparatory

A Chalkbeat analysis reveals significant racial disparities in New York City’s special education tuition reimbursements, where white families receive a disproportionate share of public funds for private school placements. The data shows that while Black and Hispanic students make up the majority of special education students, they account for a smaller portion of the high-value

The Philadelphia school district has proposed a $3 billion plan to close and modernize schools, including upgrading Penn Treaty High School to house Bodine High School. Funding the initiative could be challenging, requiring additional government or philanthropic support. The plan aims to address aging infrastructure but faces financial hurdles. Key Points District seeks to upgrade

The Modern College of Design in Ohio announced it will permanently close next month. The institution abruptly shifted to online operations on Monday. No specific reasons for the closure were detailed in the announcement. Key Points Sudden pivot to online classes starting Monday Permanent closure scheduled for next month Impacts students at the for-profit design

A RAND survey reveals that most English teachers assigned at least one full book during the 2024-25 school year. About 60% of teachers went beyond curriculum requirements by assigning additional books. However, teachers serving historically marginalized students assigned fewer books overall. Key Points Majority of English teachers assigned at least one full book in 2024-25.

Schools implementing phone bans report improved student focus and engagement during class time. These policies often lead to reduced distractions from social media and better social interactions among students. However, challenges include concerns over emergency communication and enforcement difficulties. Key Points Increased academic performance and attention in classrooms Decreased incidents of cyberbullying and distractions Potential

The article discusses CDW’s Connected Classroom workshops where educators learn to integrate Google’s AI assistant, Gemini for Education, and NotebookLM into the Google for Education environment. It highlights teachers’ enthusiasm for adopting these tools, evolving from viewing AI as an efficiency aid to a conversational thought partner. The focus is on enhancing classroom experiences through

Erik Meerschaert, a special education teacher at Lake Orion High School, has been named Michigan Teacher of the Year for 2026. State Superintendent Glenn Maleyko surprised him with the award during a school visit. Meerschaert was recognized for his dedication to supporting students with special needs. Key Points Erik Meerschaert teaches special education at Lake

Indianapolis’ Crispus Attucks High School is set for a $44 million expansion that includes a new healthcare lab and gym. The project, expected to open in 2028, aims to enhance the school’s facilities on its campus off Oscar Robertson Boulevard. A rendering shows the west-facing view of the expanded campus. Key Points $44 million expansion

A federal civil rights complaint filed by the Louis D. Brandeis Center accuses the National Education Association (NEA) of discriminating against Jewish members and fostering hostile work environments. The NEA, representing 3 million educators, is alleged to have allowed threats and bias against its Jewish employees. The complaint seeks to address antisemitism within the organization