Education News

Colleges are facing an enrollment cliff with fewer students entering higher education. Simultaneously, they are producing an excess of graduates, leading to concerns about oversupply in the job market. This dual challenge highlights imbalances in the higher education system. Key Points Declining undergraduate enrollments creating an ‘enrollment cliff’ for colleges. Increasing number of graduates leading […]

The Department of Justice released a 200-page report documenting systemic discrimination against Christians across federal agencies during the Biden era. The report highlights instances of bias in various government operations. This comes amid concerns over religious freedoms in the United States. Key Points DOJ’s 200-page report details systemic anti-Christian discrimination Bias identified across multiple federal

DePauw University, under President Lori White, is investing over twice as much as peer institutions in student services to address campus disconnection. The strategy focuses on creating structured social scaffolding to enhance student engagement and well-being. The article explores whether this approach will yield positive outcomes for the institution. Key Points DePauw spends more than

The article highlights the growing need for professional development tailored to IT teams in K-12 education as schools increasingly adopt digital tools and AI. It emphasizes how IT roles have shifted from mere infrastructure support to driving innovation and safeguarding digital learning environments. Experts from Microsoft note that IT is now strategic in enabling educational

California is grappling with school closures amid declining enrollment and rising expenses, leading to parent revolts, teacher strikes, and financial struggles for districts. In the small town of Orick, a school with just nine students receives over $100,000 per pupil in state funding to remain open. This highlights the challenges of maintaining small, rural schools

Recent college graduates are encountering a challenging job market with high competition and limited opportunities. Factors such as economic slowdowns and industry shifts are contributing to underemployment among new degree holders. This situation raises questions about the return on investment for higher education. Key Points High unemployment rates among recent college graduates Increased competition from

The Department of Education’s FY 2027 budget proposes a $2 billion ‘Make Education Great Again’ (MEGA) grant to consolidate programs, emphasize reading and math, and grant states more discretion. The opinion piece highlights concerns from the department’s budget justification about the lack of mechanisms to measure the grant’s success. It argues this could result in

The article discusses school librarian Sarah DeMaria’s experience facing personal attacks, book challenges, and police reports over alleged pornographic content in 2023. It highlights how libraries continue to serve as beacons of hope amid ongoing culture wars and book bans. Originally reported by Nadra Nittle for The 19th, the piece explores the resilience of librarians

The opinion piece discusses how Lake Havasu City’s isolated school district in western Arizona leverages elementary education strategies to positively influence high school results. Located along the Colorado River, the area is remote with no nearby peers or major airports, surrounded by natural beauty and tourists. It highlights the district’s unique approach to educational continuity

Deaunna Watson shares her experiences in creating innovative educational opportunities. The article explores the concept of ‘saving your own life’ through transformative practices in education. It highlights personal and systemic changes to foster radical possibilities in schooling. Key Points Personal story of innovation in education by Deaunna Watson Exploration of ‘saving your own life’ in