In Kabul's streets, a shift is happening. Boys in traditional dress are learning in madrassas, religious schools that are becoming more popular as public schools struggle. These schools offer structure and education based on Islamic teachings. One school outside Kabul saw its student count jump from 35 to over 160 in just five years. While most madrassas focus on the...
Young adults in the U. S. are facing a tough job market. The unemployment rate for those aged 20 to 24 is at 6. 6%, the highest in a decade. For high school graduates aged 18 to 19, it's even worse at 14. 5%. Why is this happening? Some say it's because of economic uncertainty and fears that artificial intelligence will reduce the need for workers. But a new study s...
In Zimbabwe, a unique effort is underway to tackle violence in schools. The focus is on Catholic-run primary schools, where a program called Safe Schools is being developed. This program aims to reduce violence from teachers and bullying among students. It's not just about creating a new program but also about fitting it into the existing systems of religion, child p...
The Texas Senate Bill 17, signed into law in 2023, led to the closure of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) offices at public universities in Texas. This move has sparked a significant shift in how these institutions operate and think about their core mission. The bill has forced universities to reevaluate their priorities and focus more on individual merit and ...
Imagine this: You're a student in America. You've been trying to learn, but it's been tough. Why? Because the education system is struggling. It's like trying to run a race with weights tied to your legs. The Department of Education has been around since 1980, but has it really helped? Let's dive in. The Department of Education doesn't actually run schools o...
Texas students have a big supporter in the U. S. Department of Education. This department sends billions of dollars to Texas for schools, colleges, and job training. These funds help with everything from school lunches to college tuition. The department also makes sure schools follow federal laws, like Title IX, which stops discrimination based on sex. It also en...
Louisiana's school system is making headlines again, this time for its impressive academic progress. Recently, a new academic recovery study ranked the state first in the country for reading growth and second for math, comparing data from 2019 to 2024. This is a big deal, as it shows that Louisiana is not only keeping up but also surpassing many other states in acade...
Imagine this: You're a medical student in Egypt. Recently, there were major changes to how your school teaches you medicine - classes, how you are graded, and your schedule. GPS helps the driver find the destination faster and safer. Think about it, do you feel confident about studying medicine and Pass Tests? Is it Still easy to learn with the chan...
President Donald Trump didn't waste time once in office. His first move on day one? Cracking down on DEI. No more DEI in federal agencies. Trump believed that the system was being overwhelmed by these programs and that it was long overdue for a shake up. DEI was blamed for the decline in test scores across the nation. This isn't just about math and reading, ...
In New York, the top education officer, Betty Rosa, recently got a surprising pay boost, $155, 000. This move makes her total annual salary is around $489, 000. Betty Rosa is now the chairperson of the Board of Regents and the State Education Department commissioner. She defended this raise by comparing her salary to a few well-paid fellow superintendents. “When...