Bruce Blakeman supports ‘gifted and talented’ schools criticized by Mamdani and activists as discriminatory.
Bruce Blakeman, a Republican running for governor, criticized Mayor Zoran Mamdani for wanting to phase out some gifted and talented programs in New York City, insisting that student success should be assessed without regard to race. At a press event in southern Brooklyn, the Nassau County executive stated that he would broaden these initiatives, which […]
Saint Paul Public Schools introduces online option amid Minnesota ICE actions
Temporary Virtual Learning in Minnesota In response to heightened safety concerns stemming from the increased presence of federal immigration agents in the Twin Cities, Minnesota’s second-largest school district will offer a temporary virtual learning option for students. This initiative, aimed at those uncomfortable with in-person attendance, is set to begin on January 22. Families can […]
Trump approves legislation to reintroduce whole milk in schools as doctors highlight its advantages
RFK Jr. Promotes Whole Milk as Healthier Option Recently, Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocated for a return to whole milk and other high-fat, high-protein foods. This comes amidst concerns about America’s growing obesity rate, particularly tied to the practice of substituting fats with sugars. On Wednesday, President Donald Trump […]
Trump Signs Legislation to Reintroduce 2% and Whole Milk in Schools
Trump Signs Bill to Reintroduce Whole Milk in Schools President Trump signed a new law on Wednesday that paves the way for whole milk and 2% milk to return to American schools. The signing ceremony took place in the Oval Office, with key figures like Cabinet members, lawmakers, and dairy farmers present. “Today, I’m pleased […]
Detroit Public Schools provides cash rewards of up to $1000 for perfect attendance.
Detroit Schools to Reward Perfect Attendance The Detroit Public Schools Community District is marking the second year of its incentive program by offering students cash rewards for perfect attendance. This initiative aims to motivate students to attend school without fail. In a press release from December 4, the district announced its plan. “We’re excited to […]
State Representative Gabby Salinas suggests a Tennessee bill to restrict ICE access to schools.
Memphis Lawmaker Proposes Bill to Curb ICE Presence in Schools A lawmaker from Memphis is advocating for restrictions on the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in schools across Tennessee. The proposed House Bill 1482, introduced by Democratic Representative Gabby Salinas, aims to prevent ICE from accessing school campuses and mandates that state officials […]
Minnesota schools shut down due to protests against ICE following a deadly shooting.
Classes were canceled across additional schools in Minnesota on Friday due to ongoing tensions following the recent fatal shooting of a woman by federal agents. Fridley Public Schools, for instance, joined Minneapolis Public Schools in postponing in-person classes after decisions made starting Thursday and moving through the week. Katina Taylor, president of the Education Support […]
Teachers in New York assert that schools pressure them to pass students who are failing.
Teachers at Flushing High School in New York City are alleging that the administration is pressuring them to award passing grades to students who are failing in math classes. They argue that some students are receiving passing marks despite a pattern of unexcused absences, a lack of homework submissions, and minimal participation in class activities, […]
Minneapolis closes public schools as violence increases following deadly ICE shooting
A public school in Minneapolis was closed as a safety precaution following a fatal shooting involving a federal agent. This incident has sparked protests against ICE, with demonstrators condemning the Trump administration. Local Democratic leaders, including governors and mayors, are urging ICE to withdraw from the city entirely. “All MPS-sponsored programs, activities, athletics, and community […]
Minneapolis Schools Close Amid Growing Unrest Following ICE Shooting
The Minneapolis Public School District (MPS) has decided to cancel classes for the remainder of the week due to safety concerns raised by an incident involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This decision follows a shooting on Wednesday that involved the agency. A federal agent shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good after she […]