Public Education
Rigorous instruction, school safety cited as reasons families are leaving NYC’s public schoolsNearly half of families leaving New York City’s public schools are looking for “more rigorous education,” and a quarter of them have safety concerns, a new survey reveals. “Education Department… Read More
Public Education
Busing costs double to over $15M for Massachusetts school districtA public school district in Massachusetts is grappling with soaring transportation expenses for its 11,000 students, a recent news report concluded. “I am horrified at the… Read More
Homeschools
Illinois homeschool bill views parents as ‘potentially dangerous, incompetent,’ commentary warnsA bill targeting homeschoolers in Illinois threatens the right of parents to choose the education they believe is best for their children, a recent commentator warned. “The sponsors of (House… Read More
Public Education
Texas public school funding incentivizes student attendance, not just enrollment, and districts are noticingEducational administrators in Texas are urging public-school students to attend classes – not just for better learning, but for increased revenue. “I think, when people think about education, they’re not… Read More
Public Education
Open seats, closed doors: LA’s top ‘public’ elementaries out of reach for many familiesEven as enrollment plunges in the Los Angeles school district, current policies are denying access to a quality public education for thousands of students, a new report concludes. “Without… Read More