The U.S. Department of Education announced on Tuesday that it is investigating claims about a high school teacher in the Denver school district. The allegations involve the teacher requiring students of the same sex to kiss in front of a class. Additionally, a school district in Washington is under investigation for displaying testosterone samples during...
After the Civil War, a Union soldier and Baptist minister established a school in Raleigh, North Carolina, to teach formerly enslaved individuals religious literacy. Today, that institution, Shaw University, focuses on a different form of literacy: AI literacy. Starting next year, Shaw’s divinity school plans to introduce a new degree track: Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)...
The United States Military Academy at West Point chose not to challenge a court ruling, allowing its professors to express their views without needing prior approval. This decision followed a legal victory by Tim Bakken, a long-serving professor at the institution. Bakken, who joined West Point in 2000 as one of its first civilian professors,...
Thousands of federal student loan borrowers must reapply for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans due to a calculation error. This mistake resulted in incorrect monthly payment amounts from the federal student aid system. The Department of Education reported that about 6,000 borrowers received inaccurate calculations. Affected individuals have been notified via email from Federal Student Aid...
The University of Alaska Anchorage Testing Center was more than a space with computer desks. Its significance extended beyond its physical setup, influencing many lives through its services. News of the Center’s permanent closure didn’t come through official channels. It reached me unexpectedly during a quiet summer. I was chaperoning my 14-year-old son to take...
The prevalent use of screens in classrooms across the United States demands a wider discussion beyond a simple fixation on technology. Many classrooms are filled with students engrossed in tablets, often with headphones on, working through various digital programs. Some students have moved beyond assigned tasks, engaging with different activities. Teachers typically move around, overseeing...
In many American classrooms, a common scene unfolds. You observe children fixated on tablets, wearing headphones, and maintaining silence. Several students engage with reading programs, while others have already moved on to different activities. Teachers navigate the room, offering guidance as needed. The Hechinger Report, an organization focused on highlighting inequality and innovation in education,...
In classrooms across the United States, a common scenario unfolds: children immersed in tablet screens, headphones in place, and enveloped in silence. This technology-laden environment is often occupied with reading programs, though some students move on to diverse activities upon completion. Amidst this setup, teachers navigate the room, offering assistance. The reliance on screens sparks...
Many school districts are starting their academic year during the hotter months of July and August. This change means students may face extremely high temperatures during their school activities. In July 2026, Phoenix, Arizona, experienced temperatures soaring to 117 degrees Fahrenheit, equivalent to 47 degrees Celsius. Despite the heat, children continued their routines: walking to...
The education landscape in America often reveals a common sight: students absorbed in tablets, wearing headphones, and mostly silent. Technology has become a staple in many classrooms, used for various educational programs. Yet, there is a need for a broader conversation about its role in learning. Many students engage with digital tools for reading programs...