Education
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,
How Student Loan Defaults Affect Social Security Benefits for Older Borrowers
The complexities of federal student loan collections and Social Security protections can leave many borrowers uncertain. Recent changes in loan policies and repayment programs have heightened the focus on educational debt, not just for young
Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten: Practical Tips and Skills
If your child is starting kindergarten this fall, preparation is key. Longer days will be filled with unfamiliar faces and new skills. We spoke with Dr. Aimee Ketchum, a pediatric occupational therapist who created the
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,
School District U-46’s ‘Moving the U’ Relocation Project
School District U-46 officials are overseeing a major project called “Moving the U.” The focus is on transitioning sixth grade to middle schools, a part of a larger initiative known as the Unite U-46 plan,
Google’s AI Training for Educators: A Step Toward Classroom Innovation
On June 9, 2026, at Google’s campus in Mountain View, California, K-12 educators discussed how to persuade resistant colleagues to adopt artificial intelligence (AI) in their teaching. They imagined a veteran English teacher resistant to
Sweden Bans Mobile Phones in Schools
In May 2026, Sweden will implement a ban on mobile phones in schools, a policy reversal in embracing digital classrooms. This decision follows concerns over declining literacy, particularly among younger students. Since 2023, Sweden’s government
The Impact of School Closures on Marginalized Communities
Schools across the nation are grappling with declining student numbers, reduced budgets, expired pandemic relief, and the prospect of closures. Education leaders must reduce costs while accelerating academic recovery. Unfortunately, closures do not affect all