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How changing laws shape teacher autonomy over classroom expression
A ninth grade algebra teacher in San Antonio, Texas, April Jones, has decorated her classroom with various posters and banners collected over her ten years of teaching.
How schools and families can work together to boost early childhood literacy
Efforts to improve early literacy are increasingly focusing on partnerships between schools and families, as educators look for ways to address declining reading scores among young students.
Instructional coaches play growing role amid expanded funding in Rhode Island
As instructional coaches and school leaders gathered in a high school gymnasium for a professional learning session, one coach reflected on the importance of mentorship throughout her career. “I’ve never done this work alone,” she said,...
Rural North Carolina microschool blends AI curriculum with hands-on Airbnb management
A new microschool in Elizabeth City-Pasquotank, North Carolina, is offering students a different approach to education by combining artificial intelligence-based instruction with hands-on experience running an Airbnb rental property.
Schools seek solutions amid rising fears from immigration enforcement
Schools across the United States are working to address the effects of recent immigration enforcement actions on students and families.
Educators question impact as studies link student reliance on AI tools with diminished creativity
Let me try to communicate what it feels like to be an English teacher in 2025.
National assessment reveals continued slide in U.S. student achievement
The latest release of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), often referred to as the “nation’s report card,” shows that student performance in the United States continues to decline across key subjects, including math, science,...
Teacher urges focus on student effort over reliance on AI-generated writing
In a recent reflection published by a Voices of Change fellow, the challenges and implications of artificial intelligence (AI) use in student writing were discussed through the lens of a ninth grade English classroom.
Head Start faces uncertain future amid congressional debate over flat or increased funding
Head Start, a federal program supporting low-income families with child development and family support services, is awaiting a decision on its funding for the next fiscal year.
California elementary schools face toilet-training hurdles as transitional kindergarten expands
As California expands transitional kindergarten (TK) to include all 4-year-olds, elementary schools are facing new challenges, particularly around toilet-training.
Rising costs force U.S. teachers deeper into debt buying classroom supplies
Second grade teacher Demetria Richardson, who works in Richmond, Virginia, has resorted to using a dedicated credit card for classroom expenses.
Educator urges shift from pity to ambition for disabled students in public schools
Many students with disabilities face low expectations in schools, often resulting from a system shaped by ableism and ingrained inequality.
Edtech leaders rely on peer networks for problem-solving amid growing technology demands
Joanna Cook, chief technology officer at East Noble School Corporation in Indiana, faced challenges when her district moved from iPads to Chromebooks.
Teachers turn to artificial intelligence tools for efficiency gains in classrooms
Heather Gauck, a special education teacher in Grand Rapids Public Schools, has used artificial intelligence (AI) tools to save significant time on lesson planning, grading, and administrative tasks.
Experts weigh benefits and risks as schools consider education-focused artificial intelligence
As schools continue to explore the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms, questions remain about how best to implement education-focused AI tools.
Students challenge growing use of artificial intelligence surveillance in schools
For Christianna Thomas, a senior at Heights High School in Texas, artificial intelligence has become both a tool and an obstacle in her education.
Building citizenship through social-emotional learning gains focus at Red Bridge School
Educators are increasingly reflecting on the role schools play in shaping not only students’ academic skills but also their ability to participate constructively in democratic society.
Stanford explores potential of generative AI to support students with disabilities
Stanford University recently hosted a symposium to explore how generative artificial intelligence (AI) could improve educational experiences and equity for students with disabilities.
What if literacy moved beyond basic comprehension skills
In schools across the United States, educators are examining new methods to improve how students understand what they read.
Utah teachers receive training on nonpartisan approaches for teaching civics amid national debates
Melanie Fisher, a fifth-grade teacher in Utah’s Jordan School District, is among educators working to teach civics and the Constitution amid increasing political tensions.