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Texas ends in-state tuition for undocumented students after court settlement
Texas has ended its two-decade-old policy allowing undocumented students to pay in-state tuition at public colleges and universities.
Daniel Montgomery named next executive director at American Library Association
Daniel Montgomery, a longtime English teacher and union leader, will take on the role of executive director at the American Library Association (ALA) this November.
Chicagoland teacher uses global education framework to empower immigrant student voices
In a classroom in Chicagoland, an English teacher at Morton East High School is working to give students from immigrant and first-generation backgrounds more than just language skills.
Lower birth rates contribute to declining K-12 enrollment across U.S., experts warn
Lower birth rates in the United States are contributing to declining enrollment numbers in K-12 schools, raising concerns among education experts and officials about the future of public education.
Research shows link between immigration raids and student absenteeism
Even before Donald Trump began his second term as president, experts anticipated a decline in school attendance among students from immigrant families.
Educator embraces AI tools for community college English classes
My 12-year-old twins can prompt ChatGPT with alarming fluency.
Counselors use AI tools to aid in writing recommendation letters
School counselors Stephanie Nelson and Richard Tench are utilizing generative AI tools to assist in writing letters of recommendation for students.
Analysis reveals disparities in discipline and college prep for disabled students
Roughly one in seven children in public schools has an identified disability, according to a recent analysis.
States aim to recruit laid-off federal workers as teachers amid ongoing shortages
When a large number of federal workers in the nation's capital faced job cuts earlier this year, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., saw an opportunity to address teacher shortages by recruiting these displaced employees.
Alabama improves student proficiency with new educational strategies
Five years ago, Alabama's math performance was at the bottom of national rankings.
Study shows U.S. families struggle impacts young children's development
As families across the United States face challenges in affording housing, food, or healthcare, a new national study highlights the impact on young children.
Webinar explores role of creativity and AI in modern education
When a high school student uses AI to design a community mural or a college freshman collaborates with peers across continents on a digital storytelling project, it’s clear the boundaries of learning are shifting.
Can edtech tools simplify school choice amid voucher system growth
Hayley Leibson, a mother from Mill Valley near San Francisco, faced challenges in finding a language-immersion child care program for her son.
School districts seek culturally relevant edtech amid growing diversity
As classrooms in the United States become more diverse, school districts are faced with the challenge of selecting educational technology that meets the needs of all students.
Educator advocates redesigning schools around decision-making
School should be a place where students practice making meaningful decisions about their learning and lives, according to an educator who found her passion as a K-8 teacher.
AI chats reveal stressors among today's youth
A recent report highlights that the primary concern for students today is balancing various aspects of their lives, such as extracurricular activities and academics.
Urban libraries expand banned book access for young adults
Young adults in the United States are increasingly facing challenges in accessing books that reflect their experiences due to book bans and restrictions.
Supreme Court decision fuels ongoing debate over LGBTQ+ books in schools
A recent Supreme Court ruling has sparked renewed debate over parental rights and the presence of LGBTQ+ themed books in school curricula.
Could podcasts help reduce screen time concerns for children
As Deborah Nichols traveled daily from Kansas City to Lawrence, Kansas, for her postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Kansas, she and her preteen son listened to a cassette tape of Disney's "Bambi."
Edtech pioneer Anne Trumbore examines challenges and opportunities within education technology
Writing a history that one helped to create can be challenging, as Anne Trumbore notes in her book “The Teacher in the Machine: A Human History of Education Technology.” As a key figure among the many "humans in the loop," she has played a...