Tag: Education Policy

The announcement that Canterbury Christ Church University in Kent is to stop offering English literature degrees has sparked significant concern and debate. The university cited a lack of interest in studying English literature at...

Sadiq Khan's Universal Free School Meals Initiative: A Game-Changer for London's ChildrenLondon, England - Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, has made headlines with his groundbreaking policy to provide universal free primary school meals...

Implementing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) to Address Chronic Absenteeism: A Comprehensive ApproachChronic absenteeism remains a nationwide challenge, despite efforts to return to normalcy post-pandemic. And the data suggests we are far from solving it. Right...

IXL Diagnostic Approved as Alternative Assessment by Virginia Department of EducationIn a groundbreaking move, the Virginia Department of Education has given its stamp of approval to the IXL Diagnostic as an alternative assessment tool...

Larger pay increases and better benefits could be the key to retaining K-12 teachers, according to a recent RAND survey. Teachers in the U.S. reported receiving modest pay raises between the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024...

Teachers Demand Fair Pay and BenefitsIn a new groundbreaking study conducted by the RAND Corporation, it has been revealed that larger pay increases and better benefits are crucial for retaining K-12 teachers in the...

IXL Diagnostic Approved by Virginia Department of EducationSAN MATEO, Calif./PRNewswire/ — In a groundbreaking move, the Virginia Department of Education has officially approved the IXL Diagnostic as an alternative assessment tool to the Virginia...

Moms for Liberty National Summit: Anti-Trans Issues SpotlightedThe Moms for Liberty national summit held in Washington, D.C., over Labor Day weekend garnered attention for its focus on anti-trans issues and its aggressive rhetoric towards...

Private School Vouchers: Bridging the Divide Between Equality and PrivilegeThe debate surrounding private school vouchers has long been a contentious issue, with arguments on both sides presenting valid concerns. While some advocate for universal...

The shortage of teachers in our public schools, especially in critical subject areas, continues to be a pressing issue as we head into the 2023-24 school year. Nearly 9 in 10 school districts are...

The number of special education teachers in U.S. schools is on the rise, according to a report by the Program on Education Policy and Governance at the Harvard Kennedy School. This increase in the...

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor and former teacher, Tim Walz, as her running mate for the upcoming November election against Donald Trump. This decision was made known by two sources familiar...

The post-16 educational system in England and Wales is facing challenges and uncertainties. While the path for academically inclined students pursuing A-levels and university is clear, the majority of young people are left with...

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is being considered as a potential running mate for Vice President Harris in the upcoming 2024 election. As a social studies teacher, this news excites me because it would bring...

Utah students may notice a change in their school libraries this year as more than a dozen books have been removed from shelves across the state. The decision to remove these 13 book titles...

The Republican and Democratic parties have taken fundamentally different stances on school choice issues. Republicans have embraced “universal school choice” in their 2024 platform, while Democrats have criticized vouchers and called for stricter regulations...

I have been a teacher for many years, and I have always used examples of presidents to teach my students about behavior and leadership. From Bill Clinton to Barack Obama, I have compared their...

Math scores on international tests have taken a significant hit, dropping 15 points between 2018 and 2022. This decline, equivalent to losing three-quarters of a school year of learning, is concerning. While the global...

The impact of the pandemic is still being felt in early education, with noticeable effects on student behavior, social skills, and language development. Becca Carter and Srikar Dronam emphasize the importance of addressing these...

Vice President Kamala Harris recently spoke at the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Conference, where she outlined her vision for the future of public education in America. Harris, who proudly identifies as a product...

President Joe Biden's announcement that he will not seek an additional term in the 2024 Presidential race has sparked mixed reactions among Americans. While some may focus on the broader political implications of his...

Dear Members and Allies,We are approaching a significant presidential election amidst a backdrop of various social issues such as racism, LGBTQIA+ discrimination, book banning, anti-abortion extremism, and attempts to politicize our schools and courts....

Student learning is a crucial aspect of education that involves acquiring information and skills to achieve specific goals. Despite continuous efforts to improve school education since the 1980s, recent assessments show minimal progress in...

The debate between Republicans and Democrats on the issue of school choice has never been more pronounced. The Republican party has now officially embraced "universal school choice" in their 2024 platform, while the Democrats...

There is a shortage of special education teachers in America’s public schools. In the 2023–24 school year, over half of districts and 80% of states reported a shortage. Despite efforts to train new teachers,...

Kamala Harris, the Vice President, has chosen Tim Walz, the former teacher and Governor of Minnesota, as her running mate for the upcoming November election against Donald Trump. This decision was made known by...

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's potential selection as Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate has generated excitement among educators, including George Cassutto, a veteran social studies teacher in northern Virginia. As a teacher, Cassutto sees...

The government's review of the school curriculum and exams in England is a massive challenge for Becky Francis, its leader. Schools are facing difficulties with teacher recruitment and retention, as well as an inadequate...

Jonathan Kozol is a well-known writer who has shed light on the inequalities in public schools for decades. His powerful writing has brought attention to the challenges faced by Black and Hispanic students in...

The education minister in Northern Ireland has issued a sincere apology for a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 400 individuals who had volunteered to participate in a review of special...