Big teacher groups are spending a lot of money. The American Federation of Teachers and the National Education Association have put nearly 100 million dollars into various projects. A group called Defending Education is questioning where this money is really going. Erika Sanzi, who leads outreach f
Another school shooting has happened. This time, it was at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis. It's the first of the new school year, but sadly, it won't be the last. Last year, there were over two dozen school shootings. Kids should be safe at school, but they're not. They're running, hidi
A tragic event unfolded at a Catholic school in Minneapolis. Two young students lost their lives, and 17 others were hurt. This happened during a morning church service. The shooter, a man in his early 20s, took his own life after the attack. He used multiple weapons, including a rifle, shotgun, and
As summer winds down, parents' WhatsApp groups start buzzing again. It's like a slow wake-up call, with messages trickling in at first. Someone reminds everyone about after-school registration. A few replies follow, saying thanks and wishing everyone a great end of summer. Then, more messages appear
California is facing a serious reading crisis. Many students are struggling to read at grade level. A new bill, AB 1454, could change how reading is taught in the state. This bill focuses on evidence-based reading instruction. It includes phonics and vocabulary. This method is different from the who
The skies opened up and poured on the football plans of many teams in the Midlands. Lightning and heavy rain made it impossible to finish the games at W. J. Keenan, River Bluff, and Chapin. It was a bummer for players and fans alike, but at least some teams got to play before the weather turned nast
AI is changing schools fast. Students now use it for homework, even if it means sneaking around rules. They mix answers from different AI tools to avoid detection. Some use AI for studying, like making practice tests. But others use it to cheat, like asking it to solve math problems or fix essays.
It's August 11, and while the weather is finally pleasant, many Chicago-area students are heading back to school. This early start to the school year has sparked some debate. Evanston Township High School, for instance, began classes today. School officials admit this year's start is earlier than us
Medical schools have a big job. They need to help fix unfair treatment in healthcare. They can do this by talking about social justice online. Social media is a great place to reach lots of people. One way to understand this is through something called critical consciousness. This means seeing unfa
In a move to include student perspectives, Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 welcomed two new student members to its Board of Education. Franki Jacobo, a sophomore, and Trajhor Allen, a senior, were sworn in during a recent meeting. Their inclusion marks a significant step towards giving st
