Public Education
Maine draws criticism for concealing pre-pandemic data on student performanceIs Maine concealing data on student learning loss after the pandemic? A research organization has criticized the state for not making data on student achievement and other metrics publicly available,… Read More
Public Education
Michigan still suffering from high chronic absenteeism after COVID-19 pandemicDespite a slight decline in chronic absenteeism in the last school year, Michigan is still battling to bring more students back to classrooms since the COVID-19 pandemic. “Our students need… Read More
Opinion
Op-ed: Why the frantic school-morning routine, not homeschooling, should be considered ‘extreme’Sometimes the best answer is the simplest one, but media outlets love to scoff at simplicity as somehow “extreme.” Take homeschooling as an example. An informal survey of parents found… Read More
Public Education
Texas hiring more uncertified public-school teachers to fill vacanciesAmanda Garza McIntyre knows firsthand the challenge of major career transitions while balancing the ongoing needs of parenthood. The mom of five completed a teacher preparation program in Brazosport ISD,… Read More
Public Education
Influx of migrant students a ‘godsend’ to NYC public schools, chancellor claimsAs New York City officials warn of the migrant crisis overwhelming public services, NYC Schools Chancellor David Banks welcomes the increased student enrollment. “For some of the schools, the migrants… Read More