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An 18-year-old student from Memphis Business Academy, a charter school, was detained by ICE while traveling to a school soccer game. The incident sparked protests from his peers on February 27. The student’s future remains unclear as he is held in detention. Key Points Yasser Soza, 18, arrested by ICE en route to school event […]

New York City public schools, serving nearly 1 million students across over 1,800 schools, have invested in coaching programs for non-classroom staff like central office workers. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between administrative roles and classroom realities to improve overall support. This reflects efforts to enhance efficiency in a large urban education system.

The Virginia legislature has passed a bill prohibiting schools from teaching the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot as a ‘peaceful protest.’ The legislation requires that educational materials describe the event as ‘an unprecedented, violent attack.’ Governor Abigail Spanberger is expected to sign the bill into law. Key Points Bill bars depiction of Jan. 6 as

NWEA research indicates that 1st and 2nd graders who were infants or toddlers during the pandemic are showing math and reading lags similar to those in older students. These patterns highlight ongoing academic impacts from pandemic-era disruptions. The study suggests these early learners are entering school with developmental delays in key areas. Key Points 1st

Mississippi fourth graders achieved higher average math scores on the 2024 NAEP than peers in at least 18 states and in reading for 20 states, marking a significant improvement from a decade ago. Experts attribute the substantial gains in fourth-grade reading to targeted reforms. Lawmakers are now pushing a similar plan to replicate this success

The Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board has denied the resubmitted application for Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School for a second time. Despite the rejection, the board is preparing to argue in the school’s favor in an upcoming court case. Board members indicated they felt compelled to reject the application under current circumstances. Key Points Second

Colleges are increasingly offering three-year bachelor’s degree programs to help students save time and money on education. For instance, Quinn McDonald chose such a program in criminal justice to accelerate his path. This trend aims to make higher education more efficient amid rising costs and student demands. Key Points Three-year degrees reduce time and financial

Months before the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) approved a $6.2 million contract with AI chatbot company AllHere, district leaders met with the company’s CEO and a consultant. AllHere is now under FBI investigation. The story highlights potential irregularities in the procurement process for educational technology in public schools. Key Points LAUSD leaders met

A recent NPR report highlights that nearly a quarter of teens are sleeping five hours or less per night, with the majority getting under eight hours. The article argues that screens are not the primary cause of this sleep deprivation. Instead, it points to other factors contributing to this trend among adolescents. Key Points Nearly

The article proposes addressing excessive teen screen time by funding alternative educational options through Education Freedom Accounts. Authors Anderson and Goldstein argue that this approach can help alleviate anxiety in the younger generation. It highlights Education Freedom Accounts as a readily available solution to promote better educational choices. Key Points Advocates for Education Freedom Accounts