SCHOOL CHOICE

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 handle

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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 parent

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Dec 31 2024POLITICS

Wrestling CEO Takes On Education: A Unique Choice

Imagine this: a wrestling CEO is now in charge of the Department of Education. That's right, Linda McMahon, who rose to fame in the wrestling world, is now at the helm of education. Unlike typical educators, she doesn't have a degree in education. In fact, her degree is in French, not education. So,

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Chicago Students React to Trump's Ed Nominee

In the halls of William Howard Taft High School, a student named Alexandria Sanchez feels scared about what President-elect Donald J. Trump's education plans could mean for her family. Her father is undocumented, and she worries about potential deportations. Sanchez is new to politics but believes i

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Nov 21 2024POLITICS

Parents Gain More School Choice with Trump's New Pick

The 2024 election night brought a significant shift in K-12 education as pro-school-choice candidates won in states like Texas. This was alongside President-elect Trump's commitment to school choice. Trump's choice for Secretary of Education, Linda McMahon, is a strong supporter of school-choice leg

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Nov 20 2024POLITICS

Wrestling Mogul Linda McMahon Tapped for Education Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump surprised many by nominating Linda McMahon, a billionaire professional wrestling mogul, as his secretary of Education. McMahon, a major Republican donor and a champion of small businesses, doesn’t have a background in education. Trump highlighted her leadership experienc

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Nov 19 2024EDUCATION

Georgia's New School Voucher Plan: What to Know

Starting from 2025, Georgia will launch a new program called the Georgia Promise Scholarship. This program aims to help families cover private school costs or homeschooling needs. Eligible students are those who attend the lowest-performing public schools. Funds can be used for various educational n

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Nov 18 2024POLITICS

Trump's Education Plan: What Could Change?

Imagine if the power to decide what kids learn in school shifted from the federal government to states and parents. That's exactly what President Trump has in mind. He wants to hand over control and let each state and family make their own choices. This could lead to significant changes in student l

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Oct 04 2024EDUCATION

The Future of Neighborhood Schools: A New Direction for Chicago's Education System

Chicago's education system is on the cusp of a significant shift. The upcoming election for the Chicago Board of Education will determine the direction of the district, and candidates are vying for seats promising to put public concerns first. But what does this mean for the city's neighborhood scho

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Sep 12 2024FINANCE

Uncovering the Hidden Gem of Charter School Muni Bonds

The municipal bond market has a secret gem that could provide a significant return for investors. Charter school bonds, a small but growing segment of the education muni bond landscape, are offering yields that are hard to resist. With a tax-equivalent yield of nearly 8% for those in the highest tax

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