The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) has endorsed 15 candidates for the 21 positions on the city’s Board of Education. This endorsement includes a blend of mayoral picks and new political faces, all gearing up for the November election. In the remaining six races, CTU found no candidates who shared its values, four of these being...
The House Republicans have introduced legislation to authorize the transfer of millions of federal student loan accounts from the Department of Education to the Treasury Department. This would formalize the Trump administration’s initiative to reduce the Education Department’s role in managing student debt. Key Details This proposal is one of ten recently unveiled bills by...
Recent discussions have surfaced questioning the value of gifted education programs. The criticism is not new but has intensified. In New York, writer Katie Arnold-Ratliff has sparked debate by questioning the existence of student giftedness. She highlighted that gifted programs might be unnecessary given that only 12.3% of gifted students studied achieved eminence by age...
Democracy Dies in Darkness. Recent efforts to reform education through anti-merit programs, seen in the 2010s and early 2020s, have encountered declining popularity and setbacks. Critics argue these initiatives fail to address the core issues within education systems. Criticisms of gifted education are not new. However, some viewpoints have taken an extreme stance. In New...
The Education Department has recently updated its list of graduate degree programs eligible for higher student loan limits. Previously, only 11 programs were included; now the list has expanded to 29. This change comes after a federal court temporarily halted the agency’s specific definition of a “professional” degree. This allows more students pursuing advanced education...
Leaders from various teachers unions have written an open letter urging Democratic governors to decline participation in a new federal tax-credit scholarship program. They argue that this decision will safeguard public education. However, this perspective may overlook the true nature of the legislation. The law emphasizes empowering parents to choose the educational paths for their...
Over 1,000 math and science professors from the University of California (UC) are advocating for the reintroduction of SAT and ACT scores for STEM applicants. A Wall Street Journal opinion piece by UC Berkeley math professors has highlighted a significant preparation gap among students. This issue surfaced after the UC system stopped requiring standardized tests...
Education Department’s New Financial Aid Rules The U.S. Department of Education has sanctioned a proposal designed to reevaluate financial aid eligibility for certain college programs. This initiative will affect programs where graduates earn comparatively lower salaries than individuals with less education. Under the newly finalized rules established by the Trump administration, thousands of programs in...
Beginning July 1, millions of Americans with student loan debt will face significant changes due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This legislation brings a notable overhaul to the student loan system, affecting repayment methods, borrowing limits, and available programs. Why These Changes Matter Over 40 million Americans hold federal student loan debt,...
Younger millennials and older Gen-Zs have faced criticism for their financial choices. A common retort from some boomers is that spending on items like avocado toast prevents them from buying homes. However, from 2015 to 2025, housing prices in America nearly doubled, along with a significant increase in mortgage rates. For example, a $175,000 starter...