Category: Timely Education News

Williams: The Cool Factor in Embracing Calif.’s Bilingual-Education Vote: Multiculturalism

In the midst of a historically tense election season, it is worth emphasizing the value of multiculturalism in American society. The evidence lies in its delightful nature.

Californians are well …

Experts Say Kids Are Far Behind After COVID; Parents Shrug. Why the Disconnect?

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The headlines discussing the impact of COVID on children are filled with gloom. …

Interview: State Senator Scott Hammond on the Rise of Nevada’s ESA Program — and the Challenges Ahead

Prior interviews have featured notable figures such as former Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, former Newark Superintendent Cami Anderson, former L.A. Mayor Antonio …

Iowa Board Of Regents, Universities Target Campus Mental Health

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On Thursday, the Board of Regents in Iowa voted to request an additional $1 million from the …

House Reauthorizes Career and Tech Ed Bill While Members Speak Out Against Trump Funding Cuts

On Thursday, the House of Representatives approved a reauthorization of the federal law that governs career and technical education. However, civil rights organizations have expressed …

Commentary: Building Trust Between Students and Teachers Helps Kids Overcome Trauma — and Makes Schools Safer

As our understanding of the impact of trauma on students continues to grow, it becomes evident that the key to helping them overcome these …

Crist Goes After DeSantis’ Public School System; Launches “Freedom to Learn” Policy Platform

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Charlie Crist, a candidate in the Democratic gubernatorial primary and a U.S. Congressman, …

Crean Davis: Can Social Emotional Learning Catch Fire in Schools — Without Flaming Out?

Within the field of education, there is a conflict between the need for accurate information to effectively support students and the fact that reliable evidence from …

September 21, 2023 / / Timely Education News

Federal officials issued a warning on Tuesday, stating that schools need to be prepared for a potential increase in cases of the coronavirus. The virus, which is causing havoc worldwide, has the potential to disrupt daily life in certain communities. …

September 21, 2023 / / Timely Education News

When operating a network of charter schools becomes overwhelming with paperwork and regulations, Emilio Pack, the founder, finds inspiration in a photo of himself as a young student. The image reminds him of his own experiences as an outsider in …