FEDERAL EDUCATION FUNDING

May 26 2025EDUCATION

What's the point of the Education Department?

The Education Department has been a part of the US government since 1979. It was created to help schools and students across the country. However, some people wonder if it's really making a difference. For years, the performance of students in the US has not improved much. In 2013, even before the COVID-19 pandemic, the lowest-performing students were struggling. M...

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Apr 22 2025POLITICS

Tennessee Lawmakers Hit the Brakes on Controversial Education Bill

A recent shift in Tennessee politics has put a spotlight on a contentious bill. This bill, if passed, would challenge the long-standing right of all children to attend public schools, regardless of their immigration status. The bill's future is now uncertain, as Republican lawmakers have decided to hit the pause button. They are now seeking guidance from U. S. offici...

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

What Happens If The Education Department Shuts Down?

The Education Department might be shut down. This is a big deal. The president wants to close it down. He thinks states and local areas should handle education. They control most of it anyway. This includes money, hiring teachers, and what kids learn. The Education Department was created in 1979. Since then, some people have wanted to get rid of it. They say it waste...

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Mar 11 2025EDUCATION

Can Massachusetts Keep Its Education System Strong?

Education is a big deal in Massachusetts. The state is known for having one of the best education systems in the country. But, there are some big changes happening at the federal level that could affect how things run. The federal government has been talking about shutting down the Department of Education. This department is responsible for a lot of importan...

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

The Department of Education: What's the Big Deal?

The Department of Education is a big deal for students in the U. S. It's the federal agency that makes sure kids from kindergarten to high school get a good education. It also helps out with special education programs and tries to make schools better. Plus, it gives out Pell Grants and federal student loans to college students. But lately, there's been some talk abou...

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Mar 06 2025POLITICS

Education Overhaul: Trump's Plan to Shake Up the Department of Education

President Donald Trump is planning to shake up the education system. He is expected to issue an order soon. This order will ask the new Education Secretary, Linda McMahon, to start closing down the Department of Education. This is a big move, but it won't be easy. It will require a lot of legal steps and the approval of Congress. The draft order talks about how the f...

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