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AI-curated daily U.S. education headlines with EFI analysis.
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Crispus Attucks HS $44M Expansion: New Lab & Gym
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…
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NEA Faces Federal Bias Complaint Over Jewish Members
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…
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Integrating Financial Literacy in K-12 Math Curricula
The article explores whether financial literacy should be incorporated into math curricula, highlighting opportunities for integration starting in elementary school. Educators suggest that combining these subjects can enhance student learning in both…
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Trump’s Title IX Attack on Smith Trans Admissions
The article examines how Smith College’s policy of admitting transgender students complies with the law, but a U.S. Education Department investigation under a Trump administration could challenge it based on a flawed…
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Chicago Schools Brace for Budget Cuts in Deficit
Chicago Public Schools are facing potential budget cuts due to a massive deficit, raising concerns among parents and educators. Interventionist positions, like those at Brunson Elementary, may be eliminated, affecting student support…
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CT Passes Homeschool Rules Over GOP Objections
Connecticut’s Senate passed House Bill 5468, imposing the state’s first regulations on homeschooling, with a 22-14 vote largely along party lines. The bill faced significant opposition from Republicans throughout the legislative process.…
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Cellphone Bans Boost Discipline, Limited Academic Gains
A National Bureau of Economic Research study analyzed school cellphone bans and found they improve discipline over time. However, the restrictions had minimal effects on academic performance, attendance, attention, and perceived online…
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Study: Mixed Results on School Cellphone Bans
A National Bureau of Economic Research paper examined the effects of cellphone restrictions in schools. The study found longer-term positive impacts on suspension rates and student well-being. However, it showed little effect…
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US Childcare Expansion: High-Quality Access Insights
Lawmakers nationwide are prioritizing the expansion of accessible early care and education. New Mexico has introduced the first universal free childcare model in the US, with Vermont and Maryland developing similar systems…
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ISTE+ASCD 2026-27 Voices of Change Fellows Announced
ISTE+ASCD has selected six educators from across the U.S. for the 2026-27 Voices of Change Fellowship. These fellows will share insights on how schools are integrating AI and digital tools into education.…