Mamdani in NYC is thinking about hiring former Representative Bowman as the head of schools.
Potential NYC Schools Leadership Shakeup In New York City, socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani is reportedly considering former Democrat Jamal Bowman as a candidate to head a major urban school system. This choice, however, comes amidst Bowman’s controversial history on various topics. If elected, Bowman would oversee an extensive network of over 1,000 schools, serving […]
Columbia agreement puts Ivy League schools in ‘survival mode,’ says Ohio State president
Ohio President Discusses Ivy League’s Future On Sunday, Ted Carter, the President of Ohio, expressed concerns that Ivy League institutions might enter a “survival mode” following Columbia University’s recent settlement with the Trump administration. In a conversation on CBS News’ “Face the Nation,” anchor Margaret Brennan inquired about whether Carter had secured a similar agreement […]
Investigation reveals White teachers left out of Providence schools’ loan program
A recent study by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) suggests that the Providence Public School District may be illegally discriminating against white teachers by offering student loan forgiveness exclusively to non-white educators. The EEOC’s final decision highlighted that the findings from the survey indicated a reasonable belief that the district’s hiring practices, particularly […]
Medical notes no longer justify absences in Tennessee schools
Strong! The new attendance policy from the Tennessee school district has been described as overly strict. Doctors’ notes will no longer excuse students’ absences, and there’s a threat of referring parents to juvenile court for their children missing just eight days of school. As per the fresh guidelines introduced in June, the Lawrence County School […]
Virginia schools face a 10-day deadline from the Education Department regarding transgender bathroom policies
Education Department Challenges Northern Virginia School Districts The Department of Education has given five school districts in Northern Virginia a deadline of ten days to modify their policies regarding transgender bathroom usage or face potential legal action. According to a press release from Friday, an investigation by the Civil Rights Office found that the public […]
Education Department announces plans to release billions in withheld grants to schools
The Trump administration has decided to withdraw billions in funding for schools focused on adult literacy, English language instruction, and various other educational programs, according to a statement from the education department made on Friday. As part of a review process, more than $6 billion was withheld on July 1 to ensure that spending aligns […]
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 […]