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The Chicago Teachers Union has requested that the school board endorse a May 1 day without school to allow middle and high school students to participate in a labor protest. Vice President Jackson Potter made this appeal during a rally, emphasizing student involvement in the event. The proposal aims to highlight labor issues but could

South Carolina Republican Senator Tim Scott has announced his intention to seek reelection in 2028, reversing his previous pledge to retire. This decision ensures his continued involvement in national and state Republican politics. Scott, known for his advocacy in education and economic policies, aims to maintain his influential role in the Senate. Key Points Reverses

The article analyzes changes in faculty pay over time using federal data starting from 2012. It provides compensation details for all professional ranks across thousands of American colleges. Authored by Brian O’Leary, it offers insights into the latest trends in higher education compensation. Key Points Presents federal data on faculty salaries since 2012 Covers compensation

New York City Schools Chancellor Kamar Samuels is set to expand the city’s literacy overhaul to include middle and high school students who struggle with reading. This follows the NYC Reads initiative already implemented in elementary schools. The plan aims to address persistent literacy gaps among older students through targeted interventions. Key Points Expansion of

The article highlights three schools in New York, Minnesota, and Wisconsin that prioritize students with disabilities by centering operations around their needs, reducing the burden on students to adapt. This approach has resulted in improved academic outcomes, as detailed in a new case study. Traditional schools often require students to advocate for accommodations, but these

The blog post analyzes Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance as a lesson in leadership and representation for educators. It emphasizes how visibility of diverse figures can inspire students to envision their own possibilities. The excerpt highlights the subtle power of representation in shaping student aspirations. Key Points Bad Bunny’s performance symbolizes cultural representation and resilience

Former North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson is scheduled to give his first public interview since losing the 2024 gubernatorial election. The appearance will be on Real Truth Media’s ‘After the Call’ program. Robinson is expected to address his defeat and potentially ‘come clean’ on various topics. Key Points First public statement since 2024 gubernatorial

K-12 schools are increasingly adopting artificial intelligence, with 61% of administrators using AI to analyze student data and 56% for managing student records. To maximize AI’s potential, districts need a cohesive data strategy. Rex Washburn from CDW outlines six key data trends influencing the future of AI in education. Key Points 61% of administrators use

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights found that District of Columbia Public Schools violated the civil rights of students with disabilities. The investigation revealed an adversarial system that often requires families to sue to obtain necessary services. As a result, the district must implement changes to address these issues. Key Points OCR

Dylan Lopez Contreras, a 21-year-old student at ELLIS Preparatory Academy in the Bronx, was the first New York City public school student detained by ICE during President Trump’s second term. He was released after 10 months in federal custody, as confirmed by his mother and legal team. The detention occurred while he was enrolled in