Over the last ten years, a big test has been happening in American schools. Some places tried to make things fair by making school easier. They cut back on tough classes, made grading less strict, and got rid of some tests. Others did the opposite. They kept high standards and used teaching methods
Five years after the pandemic, many young people are still feeling its effects. Schools are making things easier by not requiring tests and giving out higher grades. But is this really helping? More students are being told they have learning disabilities or mental health issues. Is this fair, or are
AI is changing the job market. Many fear it will take jobs away. But the real issue might be a lack of skilled workers. AI needs people who can use it well. Without the right skills, workers may struggle. The problem starts in schools. Many students lack strong math skills. This is true even at top
The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently introduced a tougher civics test for immigrants seeking citizenship. This test now includes more challenging questions, such as naming five of America's original states and explaining the significance of the Federalist Papers. While this might
Evanston-Skokie District 65 recently got some mixed news with the release of the 2025 Illinois Report Card. Two schools, Kingsley Elementary and Dr. Bessie Rhodes School of Global Studies, saw their ratings drop from "commendable" to "targeted. " This shift is notable because it reflects changes in
The Fort Worth Independent School District is in hot water. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is stepping in to take control because one of its schools, Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade, has been failing for years. This isn't a sudden move, though. The district has been struggling to meet
Minnesota is making waves with its new social studies standards, set to roll out in fall 2026. These standards include a new "liberated" ethnic studies strand, which will be taught in classrooms across the state. Sixth-graders will dive into "Protest Art and the Movement for Black Lives, " learning
In Austria, there's a growing interest in alternative vet care, often called Complementary and Integrative Medicine (CIM). This approach combines traditional treatments with alternative methods to improve animal health. But how much is it really used in Austrian vet practices? A recent study took a
In the middle of New York's budget talks, a secret battle is unfolding. The target? Rules that make sure private schools, including religious ones, teach important subjects like math, science, English, and history. These rules are called "substantial equivalency" regulations. They ensure that privat
The United States is facing a significant challenge to its education system. Recent plans to reduce the staff of the Department of Education (DOE) by half, from around 4, 100 to 2, 800, are more than just a budget cut. This move is part of a broader push to weaken federal oversight in education, whi
