EDUCATION

Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Chicago Schools Get a Reprieve Until 2027

In a big decision, the Chicago Board of Education voted to stop school closures until January 2027. This vote comes after a tough month where the district was accused of planning secret school closures. The fate of CEO Pedro Martinez's job was also questioned. On Thursday, the board focused on the p

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Teachers' Pay Dispute Hits Streets in NJ Schools

In New Jersey, a dispute between teachers and the South Orange-Maplewood school district has heated up. Teachers from the SOMEA union took to the streets of South Orange, carrying signs with messages like "Settle Now!" and "We Are Worthy." They also attended a board meeting in Maplewood to voice the

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

State Superintendent Pushes for Big Changes in Public Education Funding

Last Thursday, State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly gave her fourth State of Education Address at the Wisconsin State Capitol. She focused on the need to invest more money into public education. She urged the state legislature to increase their support for special education costs. Currently, local

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Texas School Curriculum: A New Leap Forward?

This spring, Texas launched a new school curriculum that has stirred up some chatter among educators. The Left seems particularly riled up about it, but why? Let's take a closer look at what's happening and what it means for education in America. The new curriculum is being praised for its rich con

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Should Texas Schools Teach the Bible? Many Christians Say No!

Imagine walking into a Texas elementary school classroom and seeing Bible stories on the curriculum. That's what could happen if a new proposal by the Texas Education Agency is approved in November. The plan suggests including Biblical lessons in state reading and language arts classes. But not all

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

A New Path for Dyslexic Thinkers: Virgin's Online University

Imagine learning in a whole new way, designed just for you. That’s what billionaire Richard Branson has created with his latest project – an online university called DyslexicU. This isn’t your typical school. It’s specifically tailored for dyslexic thinkers, like Branson himself. He quit school at 1

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Little Voices, Big Lessons: Kids in Preschool Vote!

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a little voter? In preschools around the world, kids as young as 3 are learning about democracy. At the ACCA Child Development Center, for example, these tiny tykes cast their votes on fun things like their favorite PAW Patrol character or what they want t

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Oct 06 2024EDUCATION

Two Baton Rouge Schools Bag Prestigious Blue Ribbon Award

Baton Rouge, LA – Great news for two local schools! Mayfair Laboratory School and Saint Aloysius School have been named National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education. This prestigious award goes to schools that shine in academic performance or make big strides in closing achieveme

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Oct 05 2024EDUCATION

Chicago Schools: A Board Reshuffle in Progress

In a surprising turn of events, all members of the Chicago Board of Education have decided to step down. This development is happening as the city readies itself for a new governance structure that combines elected and appointed board members. The resignations clear the path for the mayor to appoint

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

"How School Districts Are Spending Pandemic Funding"

ESSER III, a $122 billion funding boost to the previous ESSER I and II allocations of $68 billion, has been used by school districts across the country for various critical needs. Baltimore City Superintendent Dr. Sonja Santelises highlighted how her district invested in infrastructure projects like

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