Many U.S. teachers face overwhelming workloads, overcrowded classrooms, and low pay. As the holidays approach, parents often seek meaningful ways to thank teachers for their hard work and dedication. USA TODAY asked teachers what gifts they would appreciate most, and their answers reflect a preference for thoughtfulness over material value. Most teachers suggested skipping the […]
When President-elect Donald Trump selected Linda McMahon to be his nominee for secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, he praised her “deep understanding” of both education and business. However, like Trump’s previous nominee, Betsy DeVos, McMahon’s direct experience in the U.S. education system is relatively limited. She has not worked full-time in a K-12 […]
Across the United States, libraries are expanding their roles far beyond being quiet places to read. In Milwaukee, the Aurora Health Care Mobile Medical Clinic team set up shop in the main hallway of the Milwaukee Public Library, offering health checks and answering questions from library visitors. One patron, struggling with joint pain, had stopped […]
A California lawmaker announced he will introduce a bill on Monday aimed at granting admission priority to the descendants of slaves at both the University of California and California State University systems. Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, a Democrat from Los Angeles, revealed his plans to introduce the bill during the swearing-in of new legislative members and […]
Texas public schools now have the option to incorporate a new state-developed curriculum that includes Bible stories, after the state’s school board approved the material in a close 8-7 vote on Friday. This curriculum, known as Bluebonnet Learning, will be available as part of the K-5 reading and English language arts resources for the 2025-26 […]
In a groundbreaking move aimed at making higher education more accessible, the University of Texas (UT) System has announced a new initiative to offer free tuition for students whose families earn $100,000 or less annually. This bold decision is poised to have a transformative impact on thousands of students, particularly those who have long faced […]
In the center of North America, Beech Grove School is a model school situated in the lush embrace of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This special school offers a standard curriculum in addition to using its exceptional geographic setting to create an unmatched learning environment that combines academics with the natural world. This blog […]
In a heated debate over the role of religion in public education, a prominent religion professor has raised concerns about the potential inclusion of Bible stories in Texas’ public school curriculum. This issue has sparked controversy, with advocates for religious education clashing with those who emphasize the importance of separation between church and state. As […]
In the ever-changing landscape of American politics, the intersections between different administrations often produce intriguing exchanges. One such instance comes from former U.S. Education Secretary Arne Duncan, who recently shared his thoughts on Linda McMahon, former WWE CEO and President Donald Trump’s pick for a prominent role in his administration. Arne Duncan served as the […]
A few decades ago, parents in the U.S. using the public school system had limited choices when deciding where to send their children to school. The emergence of charter schools, however, has significantly changed the education landscape, offering more options to families without the resources or desire to pursue private schooling. “Charters add more options […]
