Chris Agohp: Creating Success from Mattresses and Unfinished Education

Bavarian Entrepreneurs Rebuilding Wealth Across Three Continents At 18, while many students were focused on their majors, Chris Agoop was already managing his financial investments in Munich. He started with economics, but real-world experiences quickly pulled him away from the classroom. In the next decade, Chris would leave traditional education, establish a short-term rental business […]
Mamdani’s plan to remove the kindergarten gifted program divides education supporters

Zoran Mamdani’s Proposal to Abolish Gifted Programs Sparks Debate Zoran Mamdani, a candidate for mayor in New York City, has stirred controversy among education advocates with his suggestion to eliminate gifted programs in schools. His stance has polarized opinions, creating a divide within the community. Gifted programs currently lack standardized regulations, which raises questions about […]
Educating Zohran Mamdani about the shortcomings of the US education system as he seeks to eliminate NYC’s gifted and talented programs

When Zohran Mamdani was a 24-year-old aspiring rapper living in his parents’ Upper West Side apartment, he appeared on a podcast that celebrated his high school, the elite Bronx High School of Science. There was optimism surrounding Mamdani, a Ugandan-born son of a Columbia professor and an Oscar-nominated filmmaker. In a 2016 interview for “Bessieged […]
Union of federal workers files lawsuit regarding emails about the Education Department shutdown

A lawsuit has been filed by the Federal Workers Union against the Trump administration, sparked by automated email responses from education employees that attributed the government shutdown to the Democrats. The Federation of Governments (AFGE), along with the Fore Democracy and Public Citizens’ Litigation Group, has issued letters regarding suspensions and has taken legal action […]
Ex-Obama advisor criticizes Democrats for neglecting education issues

Rahm Emmanuel Calls for Democrats to Reconnect with Education Basics This week, Rahm Emmanuel took aim at his own party, urging Democrats to refocus on fundamental education issues in order to rebuild trust with parents. He expressed concern that while discussions around pronouns have been rampant over the past five years, many students still struggle […]
Message to Hegseth: The issue with our military goes beyond physical fitness. It involves poor education.

Reviving the Warrior Spirit in the Military On Tuesday, War Secretary Pete Hegseth delivered an inspiring address to the nation’s top commanders, emphasizing the need to revitalize the essence of the warrior spirit within the military. His message resonated, but it raises a significant question: if the US wants true warriors, shouldn’t the focus begin […]
How will the federal shutdown affect education?

The longer the federal government shutdown lasts, the more challenging it becomes for local school districts, universities, and federal education departments to function effectively. Initially, many in the education sector have managed to cushion themselves against the worst effects of the shutdown, as funds were already set aside for summer and for October 1st. But […]
AI in education: Essential information for parents about the future of learning

For many years, artificial intelligence was simply a concept explored in science fiction. Students came across tales of robots and advanced computers, imagining machines with their own thoughts. Yet, in recent years, the AI revolution has surged forward, dramatically changing various facets of our society, particularly the educational landscape. This change is happening so rapidly […]
Coalition discusses improvements in civic education for the 2026 celebration with McMahon

On September 17th, a coalition of more than 40 organizations is set to meet with U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon in Washington, D.C. The goal? To enhance education about citizenship and history as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary. Educational leaders and policymakers are working to counter the spread of what they view as anti-American […]
Mississippi isn’t extraordinary — it’s the next step for education.

Mississippi’s Education Transformation Miracles often defy the laws of nature, which is why what’s happening in Mississippi feels extraordinary. This so-called “Mississippi Miracle” reflects significant educational improvements championed by students in recent years. However, the state’s adoption of phonics in reading instruction isn’t miraculous at all. It’s a method that has been shown to set […]