Urgency in Passing Chicago Public Schools Budget Chicago Public Schools (CPS) leaders have raised concerns about the pressing need to approve the district’s $9.88 billion budget. Without approval by the upcoming deadline, CPS risks missing payroll for its 45,000 employees. CEO Macquline King emphasizes that failing to approve the budget would disrupt essential services for...
The federal government has introduced significant changes in measuring higher education outcomes. These adjustments focus on holding academic programs participating in the federal student loan program accountable for the earnings of their graduates. This move marks a notable shift in higher education policy. By emphasizing what people know and can accomplish, the government aims to...
The federal government has implemented a significant shift in how higher education outcomes are assessed. This new policy mandates accountability for all programs involved in the federal student loan program. For the first time, these programs will be evaluated based on the earnings of their graduates. Previously, educational success metrics often focused on graduation rates...
College enrollment numbers have been dropping across the United States in recent years. This trend is particularly concerning in Southern states such as Louisiana and Mississippi, where the implications of this decline are more pronounced. Students at Louisiana State University of Alexandria campus. (Melinda Martinez/The Town Talk/USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect) Confidence in the...
Jennifer Welch, a podcaster and host of I’ve Had It alongside Angie Sullivan, recently stirred controversy with her comments on homeschooling. Welch described it as a ‘Crazy Christian problem’ and labeled it ‘Trickle down stupidity’ and ‘MAGA on steroids.’ These remarks sparked immediate backlash. The Department of Education responded, asserting, ‘The proven value of homeschooling...
State legislatures with favorable views towards private education are directing public funds to private schools, leading to significant growth in this sector with wide-ranging effects. A report by ProPublica highlights that states often show minimal interest in regulating these schools. They do not closely monitor who operates them, what they teach, or how they perform....
Current Trends in College Enrollment Recent years have seen a notable decline in college enrollment across the United States. This trend is especially pronounced in Southern states like Louisiana and Mississippi. It highlights significant challenges faced by these regions as they grapple with the implications of fewer students pursuing higher education. Observations from Louisiana State...
In a recent episode of the ‘I’ve Had It’ podcast, co-hosts Jennifer Welch and Angie Sullivan openly criticized the practice of homeschooling. Their discussion was triggered by a call from a listener who disparaged individuals attempting to homeschool their children, suggesting they lacked the suitability for parenthood. Angie Sullivan quickly aligned with the caller’s sentiments,...
In recent legislative discussions, the most engaging inquiry posed to a lawmaker revolved around their preference between jump rope or playing four square during recess. This light-hearted question reflects a more serious debate concerning a new legal requirement impacting Oklahoma’s schools. The Oklahoma legislature recently mandated that elementary schools must double the minimum recess time...
The recent legislative decision in Oklahoma has sparked debate over its impact on schools, businesses, and families. Lawmakers have increased the required minimum recess time for elementary students. The new mandate requires doubling the current recess time, moving from 20 to 40 minutes each day. This change aims to provide students with more leisure and...