Magnet schools in NYC, Chicago, and Virginia to face over $24 million drop in federal funding
Loss of Federal Funding for Schools Over Civil Rights Violations Several school districts, including those in New York City, Chicago, and Fairfax County, Virginia, are set to lose over $24 million in federal funding due to their failure to meet a deadline established by the Trump administration regarding potential civil rights violations. Warnings had been […]
Military schools consider using the Classical Learning Test for admissions amid skepticism from critics.
US Military Academy Considers Alternative Testing Method The U.S. military academy is reportedly looking into accepting scores from the Classical Learning Test (CLT) as an alternative to the SAT and ACT for the admissions cycle starting in 2027. This move has been gaining traction among conservative groups. This discussion comes in the wake of efforts […]
Complaint Filed Against Red State Schools for Alleged Violation of Ban on Boys Using Girls’ Bathrooms
Complaints Emerge Over Ohio Schools’ Handling of Gender Policies Complaints have been filed against two schools in Ohio after allegations surfaced involving school administrators allegedly enabling boys to continue using girls’ facilities and participating in girls’ sports, despite existing federal and state regulations. Protect the Public’s Trust (PPT) lodged complaints with several government bodies, including […]
Democrats shut down schools and are now opposing parents on school choice.
Declining Test Scores and School Closure Controversy Many believe that schools closed unnecessarily during the COVID pandemic, leading to a significant drop in test scores even five years later. Now, the opposition to school choice seems to be stronger than ever among unions and other allies. For decades, this stance against parental choice has been […]
Videos of Charlie Kirk’s assassination lead to consequences for schools and parents
A graphic video depicting the assassination of Charlie Kirk made its way across social media last week, making it hard for younger users to avoid exposure to such violence. Thanks to autoplay features on platforms like X and friends circulating the footage in group chats, teens—both supportive and critical of conservative figures—witnessed the brutal event. […]
Trump directs Chicago schools to eliminate the Black Student Success Plan
Trump Administration Pushes for Change in Chicago Schools The Trump administration is urging Chicago public schools to eliminate the “Black Student Success Plan” and guidelines that enable transgender students to participate in sports and use bathrooms corresponding to their gender identity. Linda McMahon, the Education Director, announced via X that the Department’s Office of Civil […]
Chinese Military Schools Assist Russia in Avoiding Sanctions
Recent research from the Australian Institute of Strategic Policy (ASPI) and Radio Free Europe (RFE) reveals that China’s Defense University has significantly stepped up collaborations with Russian institutions. These efforts seem aimed at obtaining skills and knowledge likely restricted by international sanctions related to Russia’s actions in Ukraine. ASPI and RFE reported that out of […]
UN Watch claims Hamas has taken control of UNRWA schools, transforming them into centers of extremism.
Hamas Influence in UNRWA Education System A prominent watchdog organization has released a report examining how the Hamas group has gained control over both the Gaza and Lebanese educational systems through the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The report, produced by UN Watch, is titled “The […]
Parents, students, and teachers call for more charter schools to be permitted in NYC during a large march over the Brooklyn Bridge.
Charter School Advocates March Across Brooklyn Bridge In a spirited demonstration, thousands of parents, teachers, and students marched over the Brooklyn Bridge to advocate for 300 charter schools in New York City on Thursday. The event kicked off with an energetic rally at Kadman Plaza, where the rapper Common—a known supporter of the charter school […]
U.S. schools should stop investing in staff that negatively impacts children’s education.
Spending more in American schools may not lead to better student performance, according to a recent analysis of over 12,000 school districts. In fact, the findings suggest the opposite: increased spending doesn’t necessarily correlate with improved outcomes. The examination conducted by Open the Books specifically measured reading and math proficiency among fourth and eighth graders […]