Iowa's public schools are in a tough spot. They are losing students and money. This is not new. It has been happening for years. The state has been cutting funds for public schools. At the same time, it has been giving money to private schools. This is not fair to the students or the teachers. The
A Chicago charter school is in hot water for not taking care of its special education students. Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy, located in Little Village, has been put under strict watch by city officials. This happened after a probe found serious issues that went on for three years withou
In Benton Harbor, Michigan, a unique approach is being used to tackle the teacher shortage. Instead of traditional teachers, some classrooms have virtual educators. These teachers are live-streamed into the classroom. This idea came from a suggestion by the school superintendent, Simone Griffin. She
Mississippi has just changed the rules for becoming a teacher. This is big news for people who want to teach elementary school or special education. The changes started this week. Now, students can teach while they learn. They can get a temporary license and take a free course to meet reading test
You know something's wrong when nearly 6 out of 10 teachers in Illinois are thinking about leaving the profession. That's what a recent survey by the Illinois Education Association (IEA) found. They talked to 500 teachers and other education staff in June, and the results are worrying. It's not just
Imagine tuning into "Abbott Elementary," a show that dives deep into the real issues plaguing schools today. It's not just about teachers and students, but also about how low pay can lead to teacher shortages. Have you ever thought about how hard it is for schools to support differently abled studen
In Texas, there's a big problem: not enough qualified teachers. Southern Methodist University (SMU) has an idea to fix this. They've joined forces with Teach For America (TFA), a well-known group that helps people become teachers quickly. This partnership is all about giving Texas schools more good
The nationwide teacher shortage has left hiring managers scrambling to fill teaching positions across the state. But the challenge is even greater when it comes to special education. Last year, the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, & Advancement reported that there were over 288 open speci
