EDUCATION REFORM

May 15 2025EDUCATION

Mississippi's Education Turnaround: A Surprising Success Story

Mississippi has made a surprising leap in education. This state, often known for its economic struggles, has shown remarkable progress in student test scores. This shift is particularly notable because Mississippi has a high percentage of black residents, who historically have faced educational challenges. Mississippi's journey to educational success began with a fo...

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May 14 2025EDUCATION

Unlocking Potential: The Power of Educational Choice

The future of young people is at stake, and the current education system is not doing enough to help them. Too many kids are stuck in schools that aren't helping them succeed, just because of where they live. This is a big problem, and it's time to do something about it. The Educational Choice for Children Act is a step in the right direction. This law would make it ...

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Mar 18 2025OPINION

Time to Rethink Federal Education Control

The federal government has been meddling in education for far too long. Education has always been a responsibility of states and local communities. Yet, Washington, D. C. , has been calling the shots for decades, often with lackluster results. It's high time to have a serious talk about scaling back the Department of Education's influence and giving power back to whe...

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Feb 15 2025EDUCATION

Fixing Education: Why Linda McMahon Matters

Education in the US is facing a serious crisis. Recent reports show that reading and math scores for eighth graders have dropped significantly. Only 30% of students are meeting reading proficiency levels, and math scores are also on the decline. This situation calls for major changes in how we approach education. Linda McMahon, nominated by President Trump f...

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Feb 08 2025EDUCATION

Education's Unexpected Shero

Education is a tough job. The U. S. Department of Education is a big name, some would say a controversial one. Imagine being in a job where the President himself wants to shut it down, but you're still the one doing the job. That's what happened with Linda McMahon. She was a wrestling star and businesswoman who wound up as the Secretary of Education. It was the Trump...

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Feb 06 2025EDUCATION

Tennessee's New School Voucher Program: A Game Changer or a Step Backwards?

In a move that will change the education landscape, Tennessee's lawmakers have expanded the use of vouchers. This expansion happens because Tennessee's Governor Bill Lee has pushed for a larger school voucher program. He has the same views that many Republicans have. This group has shown heavy criticism of public schools for various reasons. Gover...

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Feb 01 2025POLITICS

The Educational Chess Game

There is a strong political tug-of-war unfolding regarding education reforms. President Donald Trump has been making waves with his recent executive orders aimed at transforming the education landscape. These orders are specifically geared towards fostering educational choice and empowerment of parents, in particular. Trump's agenda includes testing...

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Jan 21 2025POLITICS

Could Trump's Plans Shake Up the Education Department?

President Donald Trump has big plans to shake things up at the Department of Education (DOE). Established back in 1979, this federal agency has had its share of critics. But Trump wants to go further than just cut its budget—he aims to shut it down completely. Education in the U. S. is mainly handled by states and local governments, but the DOE plays a crucial role i...

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Jan 21 2025EDUCATION

Linda McMahon's Education Vision: Empowering Parents, Transforming Schools

Imagine Linda McMahon stepping into the education ring, ready to shake things up. She's no stranger to change, having transformed World Wrestling Entertainment and helped small businesses as the Small Business Administrator. Her secret weapon? School choice. McMahon wants to put power back in parents' hands, giving every child access to a tailored education. She beli...

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Jan 16 2025EDUCATION

New Chicago School Board Takes Charge Amid Union Contract Talks

A new era has begun for Chicago Public Schools with the swearing-in of a hybrid school board. This board, made up of elected and mayoral-appointed members, faces immediate financial challenges and tense negotiations with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) for a new contract. The power struggle has been ongoing for months, with the previous board voting to fire the dist...

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