Education Department allocates $5 billion to schools following a month-long delay
The Department of Education announced on Friday that it is releasing over $5 billion in funding for schools, ending a nearly month-long hold. Back in early July, the Trump administration put a stop to the usual release of around $7 billion intended for various educational activities, including after-school and summer programs, classes for English learners, […]
Trump Administration Takes Action Against Five Schools Allowing Boys in Girls’ Bathrooms
Department of Education Finds Civil Rights Violations in Virginia Schools The Department of Education announced on Friday that five school districts in Virginia have violated civil rights laws by permitting boys to access spaces designated for girls. The investigation began back in February, prompted by complaints from the First American Legal Law (AFL) regarding discrimination […]
Concerns rise over Columbia settlement as McMahon announces a ‘model’ for other schools.
Columbia University’s recent settlement with the Trump administration is stirring significant discussions within the realm of higher education. It appears to set a precedent for how other universities might respond to similar pressures. Supporters of Columbia are understandably frustrated by the university’s cooperation, while Trump’s backers view it as a step in the right direction. […]
Naturally, ‘restorative justice’ in schools isn’t effective — and now there’s evidence to support it.
Research indicates that school “meditation rooms” and “harm reduction circles” might not be effective in addressing juvenile delinquency. It’s a bit surprising, isn’t it? According to a recent study from the Manhattan Institute, we have long understood Mayor de Blasio’s inclination toward “restorative justice” in the name of racial equity, but results have consistently been […]
NYC public schools leader acknowledges that the ‘restorative justice’ discipline policy requires improvement, but will continue amidst rising police incidents.
Concerns Over NYC’s Restorative Justice Policies The principal of New York City’s public schools has acknowledged that the Department of Education’s approach to traditional discipline requires improvement. A recent report criticized the effectiveness of its “restorative justice” policy. Despite the setbacks, school leader Melissa Aviles Ramos emphasized a $100 million initiative aimed at adopting a […]
NYC schools approve phone ban policy for the next school year
New York City Schools to Ban Electronic Devices Starting this fall, students in New York City are going to be prohibited from using mobile phones, tablets, and smartwatches during the school day. Approximately 1,600 public schools will each decide how to implement these new policies, which were approved by a city panel with a 14-1 […]
New educational app offers an alternative to public schools
There’s a surge in apps that connect parents to vocational schools, as many are moving away from public education. One such app, edefy, was launched in 2021 by a family with a background in investing in overseas private schools. The app claims to be “inspired by the rapid rise and noticeable results generated by POD/Micro-Schooling.” […]
Gentle discipline policy aimed at restorative justice fails in NYC public schools
Concerns Rise Over NYC’s School Discipline Changes The New York City Department of Education’s initiative to implement $100 million in “repair justice” instead of strict school discipline has been met with alarming results. This year, reports of violent incidents have surged, doubling to around 4,200, while chronic absenteeism has climbed to a staggering 35%. These […]
Chicago Public Schools to return $1M for improper use of Native American funds
The Chicago Public School District and the Department of Education (ED) have negotiated a contract to reimburse over $1 million. This situation arose when the district inaccurately reported its Indigenous student population while applying for federal grants. Documents acquired show that the ED inspector’s office found the district categorizing South Asian students from countries like […]
Supporters aim to make the Ten Commandments the next Supreme Court examination of religion in schools
State laws requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms are losing legal battles, but supporters remain hopeful about potential Supreme Court challenges. Backers in Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas aim to escalate their cases to the highest court, despite facing consistent legal defeats, even in traditionally conservative courts. The core of the […]