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 […]
Parents and children from charter schools to march across Brooklyn Bridge to advocate for ‘excellence’
Rally for Educational Choices on Brooklyn Bridge On Thursday, a large group of parents and students from over 200 charter schools will take to the Brooklyn Bridge to advocate for educational choices and what they describe as “excellence” for families in New York City. Among the participants are prominent charter school networks like the Eva […]
Students and teachers praise New York’s phone ban in schools: ‘It’s the best thing that has happened’
New York schools are enforcing a statewide smartphone ban this academic year, which began on September 4th. This move has already sparked a mix of reactions from students, parents, and teachers. Some educators are praising the ban. A history teacher from Brooklyn Preparation High School mentioned, “My class has changed completely… I haven’t seen students […]
Justice Department files lawsuit against Rhode Island schools regarding race-focused loan forgiveness program
Department of Justice Sues Rhode Island Schools Over Loan Forgiveness Program The Rhode Island Department of Education and the Providence Public School District are facing legal action from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding a student loan forgiveness program that is exclusively available to non-white teachers. Hal Hermeet K. Dillon, Assistant Director of the […]
Don’t blame schools — the problem begins in American households.
Young Americans are in a tough spot, and they need assistance right away. Currently, 5 in 5 children aged 2-19 are dealing with obesity. Over the last two decades, the prevalence of type 2 diabetes among this age group has dramatically doubled. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of American […]
‘Breeding Grounds for Hate’: UN Agency ‘Intentionally’ Placed Hamas Terrorists in Schools, Report Claims
UN Efforts in Gaza Under Scrutiny A report released by a watchdog organization on Wednesday highlights significant shortcomings in how the UN is managing aid in the Gaza Strip. It claims that the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has appointed numerous Hamas members to key leadership roles, particularly in educational institutions. The UNRWA, which […]