Some parents worry about teaching their children multiple languages, fearing it may cause confusion or setbacks. However, this concern is unfounded, according to Farwa Husain, a bilingual speech-language pathologist. When journalist Conz Preti visited family in Argentina with her children in 2022, her four-year-old son began speaking Spanish fluently with relatives. At home, Preti speaks...
The superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Alberto Carvalho, resigned after his home and office faced an FBI raid earlier this year. Carvalho, who managed the nation’s second-largest school district, announced his resignation Sunday to prevent distractions from affecting student learning. Placing students first has always guided my work. Because I believe...
Alberto Carvalho, the superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District, resigned on Sunday. His departure follows an FBI investigation that involved searches of his home and the district’s headquarters. Officials confirmed his resignation after he had been placed on paid leave just two days after the search on February 25. Carvalho had been overseeing...
Karen Calloway seeks more financial contributions for Kenwood Academy. Recently, the principal rented the high school’s campus to churches, nonprofits, and sports leagues, and collaborated with a new parent group to raise donations. The Chicago Public Schools (CPS) analysis with Chalkbeat and the Tribune shows Kenwood spent $418,983 in outside funds in fiscal year 2025,...
The New York City Council is raising concerns about the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational settings. While innovative educators are integrating AI to enhance learning, the council is urging Mayor Zohran Mamdani to halt AI implementations in schools. On December 31, Council Member Zohran Mamdani announced his choice for the chancellor of New...
A recent Pew Research Center poll highlights the mixed feelings of Gen Z regarding artificial intelligence (AI). While this generation is the most concerned about AI’s negative effects, it also leads in AI usage. Gen Z’s AI Concerns According to the poll, nearly half of Gen Z believes AI will negatively impact society in the...
Overview of Changes The Trump administration has initiated a significant restructuring within the federal education system. Key functions of the Department of Education, specifically civil rights enforcement and special education oversight, are being transferred to other federal agencies. This maneuver aligns with President Trump’s broader aim to reduce the department’s influence without needing congressional approval....
Five years ago, the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) took a significant step in addressing educational inequalities. By 2021, the district had approved the ‘Reparations for Black Students’ resolution, paving the way for a substantial initiative. This move aimed to close the opportunity gap for Black students through a five-year strategic plan. However, as time...
The Trump administration took a significant step on Tuesday by reducing the responsibilities of the Education Department, transferring key functions to other federal agencies. The Department of Justice will now handle civil rights enforcement in education, while the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will oversee special education. This move involves the Office of...
The Trump administration intends to restructure the U.S. Department of Education by relocating key offices to other government agencies. This move aligns with broader efforts to dismantle the department. According to three individuals knowledgeable about the plan, the offices responsible for overseeing special education services and civil rights are among those targeted for relocation. This...