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Survey links stricter cellphone policies with improved teacher satisfaction
Stricter cellphone policies in schools are linked to higher teacher satisfaction and greater student engagement, according to early results from a national survey of more than 20,000 public school educators.
Filmmaking project boosts literacy and social skills among California students
Each year, the Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival features a unique group of filmmakers who are still in school and need parental permission to attend their own premieres.
Schools shift focus toward preparing students for both college studies and careers
For years, students have often faced a choice between pursuing college or entering the workforce after high school.
Essay challenges effectiveness of traditional letter grades in measuring student learning
A recent personal essay by a Voices of Change fellow examines the limitations of traditional letter grading systems in education.
School districts adopt resilience strategies amid evolving cybersecurity threats
School districts across the United States are shifting their approach to cybersecurity, moving from a reactive stance to building resilient systems that can withstand and recover from cyber threats.
Supreme Court rulings reshape policies on parental rights and funding in U.S. education
The Supreme Court has played a significant role in shaping education policy in 2025, making decisions that affect how students learn and how schools operate across the United States.
Who supervises students in virtual schools? Parental roles grow as online enrollment stabilizes
Virtual schools are changing the way students learn, offering flexibility for families who want alternatives to traditional classrooms.
UNESCO warns global schools may face shortage of 44 million teachers by 2030
A recent report from UNESCO and the International Taskforce on Teachers for Education 2030 projects a global shortage of 44 million teachers by 2030.
Efforts increase focus on apprenticeships and male recruitment in early childhood education
Industries such as nursing and manufacturing have benefited from the expansion of apprenticeship programs, but early childhood care has not seen similar progress.
More teachers choose virtual schools seeking improved work-life balance
A growing number of teachers are turning to virtual schools in search of better work-life balance, a trend that has continued since the shift to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Teacher describes impact of digital mental health tools at Guilford Preparatory Academy
One teacher at Guilford Preparatory Academy has described how the introduction of a digital check-in tool has changed the way student well-being is supported at the school.
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.