"You probably hear the term 'STEM' a lot - it stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. But what about STEAM? That extra 'A' is for Arts, and schools are beginning to see the benefits of adding it to the mix. Let's dive into this new approach and see why it's causing such a stir in educ
In Chicago, a special school board meeting is causing quite a stir. The meeting, set for Friday evening, has two main points on the agenda: to either fire the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) chief, Pedro Martinez, or offer him a settlement. But some people aren't happy with the timing. Alderman Debra S
Tucked away in the Citadel Mall, there’s an exciting program called Young AmeriTowne that’s been running for a few weeks. Students from Colorado Springs can experience the fascinating world of work and town management in a hands-on way. Kids from Vanguard School and other local schools have been ta
Imagine a school where kids with autism can feel safe, understood, and cared for. That's what the Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) offers. This nonprofit school has been helping kids with moderate to severe autism since 1989. They have two campuses in Santa Clara and Sunnyvale, where over
Common Cause Rhode Island has filed a complaint against Michael Magee, the former CEO of Chiefs for Change. The complaint alleges that Magee failed to register as a lobbyist, even though he was involved in steering a multimillion-dollar state education contract to the ILO Group. This came after Gove
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon as the new Secretary of Education. While some Democrats and legacy media outlets are critical of this choice, others see her as a refreshing pick. Unlike her predecessor, McMahon has a background in business, not just education. McMahon's busine
In a recent move, Idaho's higher education institutions got new guidelines. The Idaho State Board of Education unanimously approved new policies. These policies say "no" to DEI ideology – which stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. They don't want these ideas to take the spotlight away from i
Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,
Imagine this: some folks in New York City are trying to change how kids get into the best public high schools. They say it's about being fair, or "equity, " but it's causing a lot of worry for families. The city's Panel for Education Policy is voting on whether to keep using a special test to get in
Brett Favre, the legendary NFL quarterback, has been making waves off the field with his strong opinions on various topics. One of his latest stances involves a school assignment that asked students to act out being LGBTQ and “coming out. ” Favre criticized this assignment, saying he wouldn’t have m
