Education News

A record one-third of American workers now have access to government-issued paid leave, the highest share ever recorded. The US remains one of few countries without a federal paid leave policy for events like childbirth or medical care. This development highlights growing state-level initiatives to provide such benefits. Key Points One-third of US workers have […]

New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani declared a traditional snow day without remote instruction during Winter Storm Hernando, which dumped 20 inches of snow, breaking from seven years of precedent. Parents shared their opinions on this return to old-school snow days, with the following day seeing schools reopen without remote options. The article explores reactions

Indiana’s State Board of Education unanimously approved a redesigned A-F school accountability system. The new model emphasizes student progress, literacy, and post-graduation readiness. Officials state it provides a more accurate reflection of school performance. Key Points Unanimous adoption by the State Board of Education Redesigned to better measure student progress and literacy Focuses on post-graduation

The Chronicle of Higher Education reports that the decline in international students enrolling in U.S. institutions was more severe than initially estimated. Visa issuances plummeted by 36 percent last year, exacerbating challenges for colleges and universities. This drop highlights broader impacts on enrollment and economic contributions from international education. Key Points Visa issuances for international

The article discusses the implementation of universal school breakfast programs in North Carolina, where over 73 million breakfasts were served to about 470,000 students in the 2023-24 school year. These meals are provided in various formats like cafeterias, classrooms, and grab-and-go kiosks before the school day starts. It highlights the educational benefits of ensuring students

Indiana’s public colleges will be required to accept the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an alternative to the SAT and ACT starting in July. The CLT, favored by conservatives, emphasizes classical education and critical thinking. This policy aims to broaden admissions options for prospective students. Key Points Public colleges in Indiana must accept CLT scores

The Supreme Court has ruled that schools cannot withhold information about a student’s gender identity from their parents. This decision favors parental rights but leaves some questions unanswered for school policies. The ruling stems from a case involving transgender students and parental notification. Key Points Schools must inform parents about students’ gender identity expressions. Ruling

Two university-led studies examined high-dosage virtual 1:1 tutoring programs and found they led to significant improvements in young students’ reading skills. The research provides evidence that such programs can effectively support early literacy development. These findings offer hope for scalable online interventions to address learning gaps. Key Points High-dosage virtual 1:1 tutoring yields notable reading

The Chicago Board of Education has selected multiple finalists for the position of the next CEO of Chicago Public Schools, according to sources. This development comes amid ongoing leadership transitions in the district. The finalists’ identities have not been publicly disclosed yet. Key Points Chicago Board of Education picks multiple finalists for CPS CEO role

Fitch Ratings warns that public colleges may face funding pressures due to state budget challenges. Republican-led federal cuts and a shaky economy could intensify competition for limited funds. Historically, higher education is often the first sector to experience cuts during economic downturns. Key Points Republican federal cuts may strain state budgets, impacting public college funding