The announcement from the Treasury Department proposes removing tax-exempt status from private schools that consider race in their admissions processes, scholarships, financial aid, or athletics programs. This measure might initially appear as a straightforward enforcement tactic targeting overt discrimination within colleges. Private schools often rely on tax-exempt status to balance finances and maintain operations. Losing...
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated an investigation into Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) in Virginia. This follows reports on controversial guidance for teaching about the 9/11 terrorist attacks. The guidance advises teachers not to link the attacks with Islam or Muslims and to avoid focusing on the extremists or their acts. AFL wants to...
What actions would you take if your child brought home inappropriate library books? As a parent, you’d likely contact the school. But what if the response was dismissive instead of empathetic? For years, parents and teachers opposing certain library books have been told to “trust the experts.” The American Library Association (ALA) supports librarians, asserting...
The widespread adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) is raising concerns about potential job losses across various industries. One sector facing scrutiny is college admissions offices, where AI could replace human staff. AI in College Admissions The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources conducted a study in April 2023, examining 12,042 admissions employees across...
As artificial intelligence (AI) gains traction in the workforce, community colleges in Chicago and surrounding areas are gearing up to equip students for an AI-influenced future. Educators from these colleges are engaging with AI on a national level with plans to integrate this knowledge locally. Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills has announced a...
Sunny Hostin, co-host of ‘The View,’ recently opened up about her children’s experiences with racism while attending ‘predominantly White’ private schools. This conversation unfolded as Hostin discussed the comments made by 1619 Project founder and New York Times Magazine reporter, Nikole Hannah-Jones. Hannah-Jones expressed regret over her decision to enroll her daughter into predominantly Black,...
Ten years ago, Pulitzer Prize recipient Nikole Hannah-Jones, recognized for her creation of The 1619 Project exploring slavery’s legacy in America, used the cover of The New York Times Magazine to advocate for school integration. Her argument was personal: What decision does one make when their own child’s education is at stake? In her 2016...
School shooting preparedness drills have become an uncomfortable yet routine aspect of returning to school. Since the Columbine High School tragedy in 1999 in Jefferson County, Colorado, various mandatory preparedness drills have been implemented in most schools. The practices of lockdown and active shooter simulations are often conflated, yet they are distinct in execution and...
Understanding how to prepare for a career in an AI-driven era is crucial. With advancements in technology, the landscape of jobs is shifting. Colleges play a significant role in equipping students for these changes. As per Julia R. Cartwright’s online op-ed from September 16, titled “Higher ed is a ‘market for lemons.’ College rankings aren’t...
Last week, a photo of celebrating Texas Longhorns students stirred controversy. Bo French, a Republican candidate for Texas railroad commissioner, commented on the racial diversity in the cheering section. His online remarks implied there were too many non-white students, particularly of Indian heritage. French expressed concern that families in Texas could not access UT as...