My school’s AI competition brought up a troubling question: What purpose do students have for me?
Reflections on the Future of Teaching in the Age of AI So, you might be thinking about leaving your job soon. I teach philosophy at Arizona State University, where the institution is keen on becoming a frontrunner in the AI landscape. Personally, I’m not entirely convinced that AI can fill the shoes of humanities educators. […]
States Stopping Schools from Organizing Anti-ICE Walkout Protests
States Take Action Against School Protests Involving Children In response to rising tensions, states like Texas and Florida are implementing measures to prevent teachers and school administrators from encouraging students to engage in protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This comes at a time when emotional and misinformed actions among some students seem to […]
Pastor Corey Brooks: Phonics improved schools in Mississippi—why is Chicago still struggling with its children?
As I traverse Mississippi during the Walk Across America campaign, aimed at revitalizing the fortunes of Chicago’s South Side, I witness something remarkable. Often dismissed as backward, Mississippi has transformed its schools into engines of hope. Children here are no longer stuck in failing systems; they are now advancing towards brighter futures. Meanwhile, on Chicago’s […]
Schools organize ICE walkouts while teacher unions utilize their students.
Classroom Chaos and Political Protests Classrooms across the nation are experiencing significant turmoil. Students are being encouraged—some might say even guided—to leave school during hours to protest against American law enforcement. These actions are described as an organic demonstration of student voice and civic engagement. But, is that really the case? Many argue that public […]
Two 15-year-olds in Florida charged with making threats to shoot up high schools
Two Teens Arrested for Alleged Threats Against Florida High School Last week, two 15-year-old boys were taken into custody after reportedly making threats to carry out a shooting at a high school in Florida. According to the sheriff’s office, one of the suspects is from Volusia County and was apprehended following a tip received on […]
Schools in the US cancel class photos due to online allegations related to Epstein
Several school districts across the U.S. have scrapped plans for class photos after a social media post suggested a connection between a billionaire associated with Jeffrey Epstein and Lifetouch, a prominent photography company. Lifetouch, however, firmly stated on Friday that these allegations are “completely false.” The cancellation of photo sessions in Texas and other areas […]
Los Angeles schools consider job cuts due to a $200 million budget deficit
The Los Angeles Unified School District is looking at significant layoffs due to a looming deficit of nearly $200 million, largely attributed to rising salaries and declining student enrollment. With projections suggesting a $191 million shortfall by the end of the fiscal year, the board is set to meet next week to deliberate potential staff […]
San Francisco schools leader Maria Su criticized for showing false emotions
San Francisco Schools Superintendent Maria Hsu faced criticism recently after being perceived as shedding “crocodile tears” during talks about school closures stemming from teachers’ strikes. Many noted her $385,000 salary while she opts to send her own children to private school. This week, Hsu came under fire as public school teachers in the Bay Area […]
When parents spend double to avoid public schools, the decision is clear
Wealthy families are increasingly opting out of America’s public schools. Recently, a study highlighted that the declines in enrollment among affluent districts in Massachusetts are steeper than those in all lower-income areas combined. This trend, referred to as the “flight of the wealthy,” is also evident in other high-ranking states. The analysis, led by Joshua […]
Bard College president welcomed Jeffrey Epstein to high schools and talked about the author of ‘Lolita’: documents
The president of Bard College, Leon Botstein, extended an invitation to Jeffrey Epstein to visit a high school in New York City, using a rather clever reference to the author of “Lolita,” a novel infamously associated with Epstein’s criminal history. Records indicate that Epstein had donated $125,000 to the institution. This flattery came years after […]