Government
Trump’s higher ed policies could fuel growth at dozens of universities in the Midwest, SouthRecent actions by the Trump administration could result in increased scientific research funding to a wider array of universities in the Midwest and South. Historically, the bulk of the federal… Read More
Government
Cellphone ban in Vermont forbids schools to use social media in communicating with studentsTo combat a rising tide of compulsive social media use among youth, Vermont has become the latest state in banning cellphones and other personal devices in schools. “We need kids… Read More
Public Education
Chicago Public Schools raises budget deficit estimate to $734 millionForget previous estimates of $529 million – Chicago Public Schools’ (CPS) current budget shortfall stands at $734 million, the district’s interim CEO has admitted. “Transitions bring change,”… Read More
Homeschools
Wyoming district walks back proposal to ban homeschool middle-schoolers from sports after public outcryA school district based in Rawlins, Wyoming, has backtracked after multiple families protested its proposal to exclude homeschool middle-school students from public activities and sports programs. “We’ve not really… Read More
Public Education
Massachusetts district to ban all unvaccinated students after chickenpox outbreakA Massachusetts district will forbid all students without required vaccinations from attending its schools in the 2025-26 academic year, the local CBS affiliate reports. Newton Public… Read More