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Books Under Fire: The Growing Trend of Banning Literature in the U. S.

January 15, 2026

In recent times, a concerning trend has emerged across the United States. Books are being banned at an alarming rate. This is not just about a few titles here and there. It is a widespread issue affecting schools and libraries nationwide. The reasons behind these bans vary. Some argue that certain b

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Trump's Education Shake-Up: What's Next?

January 5, 2026

Trump's education policies have caused quite a stir. Schools and universities are feeling the pressure. The administration has launched over 120 investigations into higher education institutions and dozens into K-12 schools. This has led to some schools changing their policies on diversity, admissio

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Mississippi's School Choice Debate: Balancing Freedom and Funding

October 25, 2025

Mississippi lawmakers are diving deep into the school choice discussion, aiming to draft legislation that could reshape education funding in the state. The Mississippi House Select Committee on Education Freedom, led by House Speaker Jason White and co-chaired by Reps. Rob Roberson and Jansen Owen,

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Harvard's Legal Battle: The Fight for Foreign Students

June 17, 2025

Harvard University is in a legal fight with the Trump administration. The battle is over foreign students. The Trump administration wants to block these students from coming to Harvard. This is not the first time the two have clashed. The dispute has been going on for months. It started when Harvard

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What's the point of the Education Department?

May 26, 2025

The Education Department has been a part of the US government since 1979. It was created to help schools and students across the country. However, some people wonder if it's really making a difference. For years, the performance of students in the US has not improved much. In 2013, even before the

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The Big Question: Are Charter Schools Public or Private?

April 30, 2025

The nation's highest court is set to tackle a hot topic in education: the nature of charter schools. What makes a school public or private? This is the question that will be up for debate. At the heart of this debate is a proposed school, St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School. If given th

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Will the US Stay a Top Choice for International Students?

March 26, 2025

International students are a big deal for U. S. colleges. They bring in lots of money and help with research. But lately, things have been uncertain. After a drop during the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of international students has been going up again. This is good news for U. S. universities, whi

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A Big Shift in Education Policy

March 20, 2025

The White House has announced that President Trump will issue an executive order on Thursday. This order aims to significantly reduce the role of the Department of Education. The move is part of a long-standing promise made during his campaign. It is already facing pushback from those who want to s

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Big Changes Ahead for U. S. Education Department

March 12, 2025

The U. S. Education Department is shaking things up big time. They're shutting down their Dallas office and letting go of all the employees there. This isn't the only office feeling the heat. San Francisco, New York, Boston, Chicago, and Cleveland are also on the chopping block. The department is lo

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Global Health Needs New Leaders: Can Education Keep Up?

March 11, 2025

Global health is a big deal these days. Countries are realizing that they need leaders who can handle health issues and make systems better. This isn't just about having smart people; it's about having the right kind of education. The problem is, a lot of what we teach is based on old, colonial idea