Girl Scouts camp: Outdoor activities, archery, and ‘Pride’ education
Reflecting on Pride Month and Its Messages We’re well into Pride Month, yet I’ve come across an overwhelming amount of concerning behavior already. Take, for instance, a recent video that circulated from Washington state. A high school organized a “drag show” featuring adults twerking in front of children of various ages, all under the banner […]
Oncologist emphasizes the importance of education for achieving the American dream
Reflections on the American Dream of 2026 As part of a project linked with the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream, individuals are sharing what the American Dream means to them as we approach 2026. One of those voices is John Shen, Medical Director of Oncology and Tertiary Care at Heritage Provider Network. John’s […]
Education Department Transfers Responsibility for Special Education and Civil Rights to Different Agencies
Department of Education Announces Oversight Changes The Department of Education revealed on Tuesday that it will transfer the oversight of special education and civil rights to other federal agencies, aligning with the Trump administration’s initiative to streamline its functions. Under a new Interagency Agreement (IAA), the Department of Justice (DOJ) will now handle civil rights […]
Trump removes oversight of special education and civil rights from the Education Department
Trump Administration Streamlines Education Oversight WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is advancing its agenda by shifting oversight of special education and civil rights from the Department of Education to other federal agencies. Under the new plan, the Department of Justice will handle civil rights enforcement in education, while the Department of Health and Human Services […]
Principal’s vision: Empowering her community through education
Until July 4th, the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream is showcasing U.S. citizens who share their perspectives on what the 2026 American Dream signifies to them. One of them is Yvonne Chan, the principal of Vaughan Next Century Learning Center in San Fernando, California. She founded a social service center that enhances educational […]
Mayor Mamdani’s Education Department criticized for obstructing $12 billion contract audit
Concerns Raised Over Department of Education’s Audit Cooperation On Monday, accusations emerged against Mayor Zoran Mamdani’s Department of Education for supposedly “obstructing” a city council audit of numerous agency contracts totaling $12 billion. This audit request was made back in March, but the Mamdani administration indicated that it would be “months” before they could provide […]
School board director with a sex shop provides sex education for children
Controversial Sex Education Program for Kids A school board director in Washington state, who also operates a sex shop, is involved in organizing a sex education event for children as young as 9. This initiative has raised questions regarding the appropriateness of such programs and the responsibilities of elected education officials. Jen Mason, who owns […]
Student-Teacher Protests Shake Belgium’s Capital Over Education Budget Reductions
Violent Protests Erupt in Brussels Over Education Cuts In a dramatic turn of events, Brussels transformed into a scene of chaos as protests against education cuts erupted into clashes with police on Thursday afternoon. Fires, fireworks, and clouds of tear gas filled the air as thousands of students and teachers took to the streets, responding […]
Education Department Cautions Colorado School District: Safeguard Girls’ Sports and Spaces or Risk Federal Funding
The Department of Education (ED) has issued a warning letter to a Colorado school district for not adequately protecting girls’ sports and spaces, according to a recent announcement by the school. ED stated that the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has given Jefferson County Public Schools a 10-day notice to provide a “letter of imminent […]
Education Department Changes ‘Pride Month’ to ‘Title IX Month’
Title IX Month Designated by Trump’s Education Department On Monday, President Trump’s Department of Education made headlines by declaring June as “Title IX Month,” marking the second consecutive year for this designation instead of the common “Pride Month.” The Department explained that this recognition serves to honor the 54th anniversary of the Education Reform Act […]