Education Policy
Chicago Public Schools Faces Budget Challenges Amid Rising Costs
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) officials expressed urgency on Monday for passing the district’s $9.88 billion budget. Without approval, CPS risks missing payroll for 45,000 employees in September. CPS CEO Macquline King emphasized that missing payroll
The Role of Public Schools in Political Activism
The North American Values Institute has analyzed webinars focusing on utilizing public schools to bolster efforts to ‘free Palestine.’ These webinars were led by Marci Winograd from Code Pink, who heads the pro-Palestinian caucus within
Impact of Government Changes in Measuring Higher Education Outcomes
The federal government has introduced a fundamental shift in its evaluation of higher education outcomes. All programs within the federal student loan framework are now linked to the post-graduation earnings of their students. This represents
The Decline in U.S. College Enrollment
Recent trends reveal a concerning drop in college enrollment across the United States. States such as Louisiana and Mississippi are experiencing pronounced effects from this decline. Students are visibly making their way through campuses like
Federal Accountability Change in Measuring Higher Education Outcomes
The federal government has implemented a significant change in how higher education outcomes are measured. This shift focuses on accountability for the earnings of graduates from programs participating in the federal student loan program. Previously,
Decline in College Enrollment: Impact on Southern States
College enrollment has decreased significantly in recent years. States like Louisiana and Mississippi highlight the consequences of this trend. Confidence in higher education is waning across the United States. Many Americans no longer view a
The Shift in Measuring Higher Education Outcomes: Focus on Skills
The federal government has introduced significant changes in how higher education outcomes are assessed. All programs participating in the federal student loan system will now be accountable for the earnings of their graduates. This is
Debate Over Homeschooling Sparks Controversy
Jennifer Welch, a podcaster, criticized homeschooling by calling it a “Crazy Christian problem” and “Trickle down stupidity.” Her comments led to backlash and a response from the Department of Education. The Department posted on X,
Private Schools and Public Funding: The Inconsistent Oversight and Its Consequences
Private Schools and Public Money State legislatures are directing funds to private schools, leading to rapid growth and significant consequences. States such as Florida are showing minimal interest in overseeing these schools’ operations, curricula, or
The Decline in College Enrollment in the U.S.: Challenges and Implications
Recent trends show a noticeable decline in college enrollment across the United States. States such as Louisiana and Mississippi are particularly affected by this downturn. Photo credit: A snapshot of students walking across the campus