Education News

The Cupertino Union School District is redesigning its assessment system to make it more purposeful, focusing on student learning and real-life applications. This initiative involves building assessments that go beyond traditional testing to foster deeper skills and understanding. Educators are collaborating to align these assessments with broader educational goals. Key Points Redesigning assessments for purposeful

A South Carolina House committee advanced a bill that would allow teachers certified in certain other states to work in SC classrooms without reapplying for certification. This makes South Carolina the 14th state to join an interstate compact aimed at addressing teacher shortages. The measure passed the Education and Public Works Committee with a 14-4

The University of Michigan has officially closed its central DEI office. However, staff titles have been altered, and some diversity programs and offices have been rebranded. Despite these changes, the university’s overall commitment to advancing DEI initiatives across campus remains strong. Key Points Central DEI office shuttered, but staff roles retitled Diversity programs and offices

The article features Steven Salaita’s reflections on the day he became notorious in academia. It discusses differing views on whether he represents the start of declining academic freedom or embodies controversial campus activism. The piece is excerpted from Gutkin and Goldstein in the Chronicle. Key Points Steven Salaita recalls becoming a notorious figure in higher

A recent report reveals that about two-thirds of grades at Harvard College last school year were A’s, with an additional 18 percent being A-minuses. This means fewer than one in six grades fell below an A-minus. The phenomenon is described as an experiment in grade inflation at the institution. Key Points Two-thirds of Harvard College

Hazel Health, a major provider of telehealth services for K-12 students’ mental and physical health, is facing an uncertain future due to recent layoffs and lost contracts with school districts. The company laid off 135 staff members in February, including clinicians, following an earlier round of cuts last fall. These challenges stem from drying up

Recent updates to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) impose new digital accessibility requirements on public educational institutions. These changes make accessibility a legal mandate to ensure students, parents, and community members with disabilities can access content effectively. Schools must prepare for compliance as the deadline approaches. Key Points ADA updates mandate digital accessibility for

Many families in Metro Detroit desire after-school programs for their children to boost attendance and academic performance, but access remains limited. School leaders highlight that such programs can address key educational challenges. The article features students in an existing program at Durfee Elementary-Middle School as an example. Key Points After-school programs are seen as vital

President Trump has removed two judges who previously dismissed deportation cases involving students. The action was reported in relation to higher education, highlighting tensions in immigration enforcement affecting international students. The article includes imagery of protests supporting affected students. Key Points Trump removes two judges for dismissing student deportation cases. Cases involve higher education students

The article discusses how employers’ changing demands challenge predictions in higher education. It calls for greater humility from colleges and legislators in forecasting future needs. Authored by Matt Reed, it highlights the unpredictability of workforce requirements. Key Points Employers frequently alter their skill requirements, complicating educational planning. Colleges and legislators should exercise humility in predicting