Public Education
Arkansas 3rd-graders who fail literacy standards may be held back according to new public-school guidelinesStarting this fall, public schools in Arkansas may need to retain third-graders who cannot meet reading standards – although those “standards” haven’t been finalized, the state’s education department says. “By… Read More
Public Education
Former students accuse CPS officials of longtime abuse, sexual misconductTwelve Chicago women are sharing stories of sexual abuse by public-school officials – highlighting the district’s failure to address such charges in a timely manner, according… Read More
Homeschools
Homeschooling numbers in New York continue skyrocketing years after COVID-19 pandemicÂThe Empire State may soon be known for a different kind of empire – a growing domain of homeschoolers. “According to a study by the Empire Center, in 2018, 37%… Read More
Government
Missouri Legislature sends bill banning cellphones in classrooms to governorCellphones may be banned in Missouri districts throughout the whole school day if Gov. Mike Kehoe signs legislation passed by the state Legislature May 13. While the bill initially limited… Read More
Public Education
New Mexico district wrestles with escalating trend of students bringing firearms to schoolsÂAlbuquerque Public Schools has confiscated 13 firearms on school grounds this year, raising concerns among parents and the community over student safety. The latest incident occurred May 5 at Tres… Read More