Education Policy
LAUSD’s Move to Limit Screen Time Mirrors National Trends
When Lila Byock noticed her 11-year-old son always had to carry his school-issued iPad, even for PE class, she began questioning the extensive digital learning at his Los Angeles school years after the COVID-19 pandemic.
Debunking Myths: The Real Impact of School Choice Programs
The debate around housing affordability often includes dismissive remarks regarding young people’s spending habits, such as buying avocado toast. Yet, from 2015 to 2025, housing prices in America nearly doubled, as did the 30-year mortgage
Superintendent Alberto Carvalho Resigns Amid F.B.I. Investigation
The superintendent of the Los Angeles Unified School District, Alberto Carvalho, resigned on Sunday. His resignation comes months after the F.B.I. conducted a raid on his home and office in February, as part of a
Trump Administration Restructures Education Department Functions
The Trump administration announced a significant shift for key responsibilities within the Education Department. Civil rights enforcement and special education oversight will now move to different federal agencies. This decision marks President Donald Trump’s effort
Trump Administration’s Effort to Restructure Education Department
The Trump administration is taking steps to restructure the U.S. Department of Education by relocating key offices to other government agencies. This move involves transferring the offices responsible for overseeing special education services and civil
University of California to Review Standardized Testing Policy
The University of California (UC) is set to undertake an extensive review of its standardized testing policy. The announcement comes in response to faculty concerns over students’ lack of preparedness, particularly in middle school mathematics,
Teachers Struggling Financially Amid Rising Inflation
Christine Regal, a dedicated teacher in Plainfield, New Jersey, has adored working with children since she was young. With 26 years of teaching experience, Regal remains in contact with many of her former students. However,
Concerns Raised as Student Math Scores Decline
Recent data highlights a concerning trend in American education. Federal testing results unveiled on Wednesday reveal that average math scores for 9- and 13-year-olds have decreased compared to a decade ago. This decline is not
National Assessment Reveals Mixed Trends in Student Performance
Recent results from the National Assessment of Educational Progress indicate an increase in average reading and math scores for 9-year-olds from 2022 to 2025. These scores show younger students are improving in these areas after
Addressing Chronic Absenteeism: Strategies and Insights
Chronic absenteeism is a significant challenge for American schools following the COVID-19 pandemic. About one in four students miss enough school to risk falling behind academically. A new multi-state analysis offers hope for improvement. SchoolStatus,