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School vouchers were supposed to save taxpayer money. Instead they blew a massive hole in Arizona's budget
Arizona, the model for voucher programs across the country, has spent so much money paying private schoolers’ tuition that it’s now facing hundreds of millions in budget cuts to critical state programs and projects.
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Tri-state school systems among the best in nation, study finds. Here's how they rank
A quality school system is at the forefront for any parent when it comes to their children’s future, particularly when many consider that academic resources can pave the way for future success. With this in mind, WalletHub looked into the states with the best and worst school systems for 2024. Comparing 50 states and Washington, D.C. across 32 key metrics,…
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After school program in NJ helps young girls get ahead
Gilma Avalos with the special report for News 4 Latino.
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Oklahoma state superintendent orders schools to teach the Bible in grades 5 through 12
Oklahoma’s top education official is ordering public schools to incorporate the Bible into lessons for grades 5 through 12.
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Cellphones are disrupting classrooms. What are schools doing about them?
Some leaders are considering cellphone bans to maintain a distraction-free learning environment.
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New Haven dedicates immigrant monument where Columbus statue was removed
A Connecticut city on Sunday dedicated a new monument to immigrants to replace a statue of Christopher Columbus that was removed in 2020 amid nationwide criticism of the European explorer’s role in enslaving and killing Native Americans. The statue in New Haven’s heavily Italian neighborhood of Wooster Square depicts a young immigrant family as they arrive in America with just a handful of...
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What are schools and states doing to reduce cellphone disruptions in US classrooms?
Many U.S. school districts are considering cellphone bans designed to maintain a distraction-free learning environment.
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Pushback against cuts to NYC's pre-K and 3K programs
Parents pushed City Hall to restore funding for New York City’s Pre-K and 3K programs. News 4 New York’s Erica Byfield reports.
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New Orleans valedictorian lived in a homeless shelter as he rose to the top of his class
Elijah Hogan came through a senior year of high school in a homeless shelter to make it to the top of his class.
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Most US students are recovering from pandemic-era setbacks, but millions are making up little ground
Nationally, students made up one-third of their pandemic losses in math during the past school year and one-quarter of the losses in reading, according to the Education Recovery Scorecard.
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Can you spell these winning National Spelling Bee words?
The Scripps National Spelling Bee kicks off the week of May 28. Test your spelling knowledge with this interactive quiz.
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Some Black families find school options lacking decades after Brown v. Board
The 1954 Brown v. Board of Education ruling and desegregation orders were only the first steps toward the elusive goal of equitable education. For many Black families, school choice has been critical to finding at least the option that works best for them. And that has not necessarily meant the school with the highest levels of racial integration. Some families...
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NYC assistant principal arrested at school on student sex abuse charge
A 52-year-old assistant high school principal in Queens has been arrested on sexual abuse and child endangerment charges in connection with two encounters with a 15-year-old student this week, according to the NYPD. Police say Michael Budhu, an assistant Social Studies principal at John Adams High School in Ozone Park, was taken into custody Wednesday at work. He told detectives…
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Mother's Day is this weekend! See where to find the best deals on things she'll love
From free frozen yogurt to free flowers, restaurants, brands and retailers are helping to make Mother’s Day easy and affordable this year.
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NYC schools boss in hot seat as Congress turns attention to antisemitism in K-12
Leaders of three large public school systems, including New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks, told a congressional panel Wednesday that they’re fighting antisemitism with education and, when necessary, discipline, rejecting accusations that they have allowed hate to go unchecked. As part of a series of hearings on antisemitism, a House Education and Workforce subcommittee sought testimony from New York City...
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It's Teacher Appreciation Week! See where teachers can get freebies and big discounts
When it comes to the people who help teach our children reading, writing, arithmetic and so many other important life lessons, we can’t thank them enough. That’s why a nationwide effort known as Teacher Appreciation Week rolls around every year to give us all a chance to give our endless thanks to educators.
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The Education Department will transfer some student loan borrowers to a different servicer. Here's what you need to know
The U.S. Department of Education recently said that it will soon transfer some student loan borrowers to different servicers. Here’s what you need to know.
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FAFSA delays keep students from choosing colleges
May 1st is typically college decision day for most high school seniors, but with delays with financial aid students are unable to commit to their educational futures. NBC New York’s Lynda Baquero reports.
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Public school enrollment falling nationwide, data shows
More and more, parents are opting America’s children out of public school.
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Children's YouTube star ‘Ms Rachel' fights NYC early childhood education cuts
Beloved children’s YouTube star Ms Rachel said she wants to give New York City Mayor Eric Adams a lesson in early childhood funding. Ms Rachel, who has nearly 10 million subscribers to her YouTube channel, is calling out Adams for cuts to education programs and proposed cuts. “Here in New York City, our mayor cut $400 million from early childhood…