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Jan 29 2026EDUCATION

South Carolina's Voucher Program: A Rocky Road Ahead

South Carolina's school voucher program is off to a shaky start. The Education Oversight Committee was supposed to release a report on how voucher students are performing. But they missed the deadline. Why? The Supreme Court changed the rules. Now, parents have to collect the data instead of schools

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Jan 25 2026OPINION

Is the National Education Association Losing Its Way?

Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana has raised serious concerns about the National Education Association (NEA). He thinks the NEA is focusing too much on political issues instead of education. The NEA is a big group that represents teachers and school workers. But Cassidy believes it's acting more l

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Jan 21 2026EDUCATION

School Policy Sparks Debate: Who Benefits?

A long-standing policy in Los Angeles, designed to address past segregation issues, is now facing legal scrutiny. The policy, in place since the 1970s, aims to support students in predominantly Hispanic, Black, or Asian schools by providing smaller class sizes and additional resources. Critics argu

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Jan 20 2026EDUCATION

Utah's Bold Move: Should Third Graders Be Held Back for Reading?

Utah is considering a big change in how it handles reading skills for third graders. Governor Spencer Cox wants to make sure kids can read well before moving on to the next grade. He thinks holding students back might help them in the long run, even if it's tough in the short term. To make this wor

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Jan 18 2026POLITICS

Where Does Your Teacher's Union Money Really Go?

The National Education Association (NEA), the biggest teachers' union in the U. S. , collects a lot of money from teachers' paychecks. This money is supposed to help teachers and students. But, where does it really go? A big chunk of it goes to politics. The NEA spends nearly $1 billion every elect

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Jan 17 2026EDUCATION

Colorado Kids: Where Are They Going?

In Colorado, public schools are seeing fewer kids. About 10, 000 students left, which is a 1. 2% drop. That's a big change, but not as big as during the pandemic. Back then, 30, 000 students left. So, why are kids leaving now? One reason is that fewer kids are in the age group for school. But that'

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Jan 10 2026EDUCATION

Chicago's New Education Group: A Fresh Look at School Challenges

Chicago is home to many schools, but they face big problems. Money is tight, and some schools have too few students. There are also privately-run schools, called charter schools, that are having a hard time. These issues are hot topics at school board meetings. The board is changing, with more membe

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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Mixing Religion and Education: A Florida Leader's Controversial Move

In a recent letter to Florida's education community, the state's education chief, Anastasios Kamoutsas, decided to share a biblical quote. He picked Proverbs 22:6, which talks about guiding children in the right path. But why did he feel the need to bring religion into a government communication? T

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Dec 31 2025EDUCATION

France Takes a Stand: New Rules for Kids and Social Media

France is making big moves to protect kids from social media. Starting in 2026, kids under 15 won't be allowed to use social media. This is part of a bigger plan to keep kids safe online. The French government is also planning to ban phones in high schools. This rule is already in place for younger

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Dec 31 2025OPINION

Why Closing the Panhandle Plains Historical Museum is a Big Mistake

The Panhandle Plains Historical Museum in Canyon, Texas, is more than just a building. It's a monument to the state's rich history and culture. For generations, families have visited this museum, learning about the local way of life, the oil boom, and even the history of the automobile industry. The

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