Education News

The article discusses the severe teacher shortage in U.S. public schools for the 2024-25 year, with 35% of schools reporting vacancies and 64% lacking qualified candidates. It highlights that 411,549 positions, or 12.7%, remain unfilled or filled by undertrained individuals, equivalent to one in ten roles. The opinion piece argues that investing in teacher recruitment […]

A high school math teacher with 23 years of experience argues that poor math performance in Arkansas and the U.S. stems from cultural attitudes rather than inherent difficulties with the subject. The teacher emphasizes that math requires hard work and criticizes media portrayals that suggest it’s only for ‘math people.’ The piece calls for a

In Greenfield, Indiana, a public school district is experimenting with microschools to address declining enrollment. Students like seventh grader Taitym Lynch design their own daily schedules, starting with subjects like math on online platforms, followed by guided science lessons. The initiative aims to offer personalized education as a potential solution to enrollment drops. Key Points

Child care providers are facing significantly higher business costs, leading to tuition increases as public funding fails to match inflation. These rising expenses are being passed on to families who often cannot afford the additional financial burden. The report from the National Association highlights the challenges in sustaining child care operations without adequate support. Key

Conservative politicians claim that liberal professors on college campuses push their views and suppress dissent, leading to interventions like creating right-leaning civic centers. However, a new poll reveals that most college students do not share these concerns and report experiencing diverse viewpoints. The article highlights a disconnect between political rhetoric and student experiences in higher

Latino advocates are urging the Denver school board to adopt a new policy to further protect students from ICE, despite existing measures already in place. The push comes amid concerns over potential immigration enforcement actions in schools. High school students have protested at the Colorado State Capitol against deportation efforts and immigrant treatment. Key Points

Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill to facilitate the merger of over 100 higher education and workforce development programs into a single new state agency. The proposal aims to streamline operations and improve coordination between education and labor sectors. If passed, it would reorganize existing programs under unified oversight. Key Points Bill sets up merger

Two high-ranking deputies in the New York City Education Department are departing as Chancellor Kamar Samuels gears up to announce his initial cabinet picks. This development indicates potential shifts in leadership and policy for the country’s biggest school district. The changes come amid ongoing discussions about the future direction of NYC’s public education system. Key

A new report examines how for-profit colleges serve Black students, noting they enroll higher shares of these students compared to other institutions. Larger percentages of Black students at for-profits take on debt. The analysis highlights enrollment trends and financial outcomes. Key Points For-profit colleges enroll higher proportions of Black students than other sectors. Black students

The article explores how AI and digital technology enable students to cheat easily in in-person college classes, particularly on participation assignments and exams. A professor expresses surprise at the sophistication of these methods. It highlights the growing challenge of maintaining academic integrity in traditional classroom settings. Key Points AI tools facilitate cheating on class participation