Georgia is thinking about expanding its cellphone ban in schools. Right now, the rule only applies to students from kindergarten to eighth grade starting in the 2026-2027 school year. But the state's education department wants lawmakers to include high school students too. Many teachers in Georgia
Ohio's Republican lawmakers are making waves with new bills that aim to bring more religion into public schools. One bill, called the Charlie Kirk American Heritage Act, wants to teach students about the good things Christianity has done in history. Another bill, the Historical Education Displays Ac
Oakland Unified School District is in hot water after the California Department of Education found that it created a hostile environment for Jewish students and staff. The department issued three rulings in late October, criticizing the district for taking over a year to respond to complaints of ant
A recent court decision has given eight Democratic-led states a green light to challenge a policy that led to the cancellation of millions in teacher-training grants. This comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that initially seemed to favor the Trump administration's move. The Trump administration h
The clash between science and religion often sparks heated debates. One such debate revolves around the teaching of evolution in schools. A philosopher named Thomas Nagel has raised some interesting points. He argues that scientists are too quick to dismiss the idea of intelligent design. Nagel beli
In the upcoming elections, Democrats might want to focus on education. It's not just a problem to fix; it's a powerful tool for change. Two candidates in Texas, James Talarico and Colin Allred, are already doing this. They're making education a big part of their campaigns. Talarico, a former teache
The recent government shutdown has sparked a fresh debate about the need for a federal Department of Education. While schools have continued to operate smoothly without federal oversight, the shutdown has highlighted the redundancy of the department. Local schools have remained open, teachers have
Valley Forge Military College is in serious trouble. Money problems and a shrinking student body have left it struggling to stay open. Now, the school's leaders are considering a risky plan to join President Trump's conservative college initiative. This initiative, called the Compact for Academic E
Special education in the U. S. is facing a significant challenge. The current administration has decided to reduce federal oversight of programs that support over 8 million children with disabilities. This decision includes cutting staff and funding, which could lead to a lack of support for these s
Valley Forge Military College is in a tough spot. They're facing money problems and big changes. Now, they're thinking about joining President Donald Trump's plan for colleges that support conservative values. This plan, called the Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education, offers federal
