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6:45

Missouri Bans Three-Cueing Reading Instruction

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2025/07/14

Why are Missouri schools changing how they teach kids to read? The state has banned the “three-cueing” method as a main strategy, requiring phonics to take center stage instead. Officials believe this shift—part of a growing national trend—will boost literacy by focusing on proven, sound-it-out techniques rather than guesswork.

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13:24

AI for Educators: A National Training Initiative

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2025/07/11

What happens when tech giants and teachers' unions team up? A $23 million partnership between companies like OpenAI and Microsoft and groups like the AFT is launching a National Academy for AI Instruction to train over 400,000 K-12 educators. The goal is to help teachers use AI ethically and effectively in the classroom, while addressing equity and privacy concerns. Ask ChatGPT

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10:25

Medicaid Cuts Threaten Child Health and School Services

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2025/07/10

How could a new tax bill end up hurting kids' healthcare? Experts warn that massive cuts to Medicaid and CHIP could cause millions, including 40 million children, to lose insurance. Though school-based services aren’t directly cut, the financial pressure may reduce therapy and mental health support for low-income and disabled students.

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5:12

Michigan's Plea: Release Federal Education Funds

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2025/07/09

Why is Michigan’s top education official demanding federal funds be released? Superintendent Michael Rice says $160 million meant for vulnerable students is being unfairly withheld by the Trump administration. The White House claims it's under review due to concerns about misuse, but schools were counting on the money starting July 1.

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8:45

LAUSD Budget Sparks Teacher and Activist Backlash

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2025/07/08

Why are some groups upset about LAUSD’s new $18.8 billion budget? Teachers are frustrated over the lack of future raises, and activists oppose continued funding for school police instead of more educational staff. Although a few demands were met, major disputes over salaries and policing remain unresolved.

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10:49

Logistical Limbo: Education Department Delays Worker...

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2025/07/07

Why are over a thousand education workers still not back on the job despite a judge’s order? The Education Department says there’s no room for them, but union leaders call that excuse ridiculous. As the case heads to the Supreme Court, taxpayers are footing the bill while these employees remain stuck in limbo. Ask ChatGPT

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8:19

Federal Funds: A Looming Crisis for Schools

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2025/07/01

Did you know nearly $7 billion in approved school funding is being held back? The U.S. Department of Education has delayed releasing money meant for programs like afterschool care and support for English learners, causing states to consider cuts to vital services and staff. Advocates warn this could worsen student outcomes and are calling for political pressure until the funds are released.

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11:54

States Pioneer Early Child Care and Education Solutions

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2025/06/30

How are states stepping up to improve early childhood education without much federal help? Several states are launching bold initiatives like expanded subsidies, tax breaks, and workforce training programs. Efforts in places like Vermont, Massachusetts, Texas, Oregon, and New Mexico are making child care more accessible and better supported.

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13:20

The High Cost of Child Care

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2025/06/27

Why is child care in the U.S. so expensive that it often costs more than a mortgage or college tuition? Many families, especially single parents, are forced to spend a large portion of their income just to afford it. While there’s broad support for more funding, government efforts so far have been limited and haven’t solved the deeper problems in the system.

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11:59

Homeschooling's New Blend: Public School Connections

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2025/06/25

Did you know that over a third of homeschooling families still use public schools for at least one child? This growing trend, called "mixing," shows how families are blending educational options to fit each child’s needs rather than fully leaving the public system. Homeschooling is no longer just about religion—it now reflects a wide range of reasons, from learning styles to political and cultural diversity.

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9:53

Texas STAAR Scores: Reading Gains, Math Struggles

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2025/06/24

How are Texas students really doing on the STAAR test after the pandemic? Recent results show reading scores are improving—especially for third graders helped by early literacy programs—but math scores still trail behind pre-COVID levels. While special education students made modest gains, English learners saw declines, prompting new efforts to improve math instruction through teacher training reforms.

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10:09

Resilience: Students and Schools After the L.A. Fires

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2025/06/23

How did schools in Los Angeles and Pasadena bounce back after devastating fires? The districts quickly relocated campuses and resumed classes, giving students much-needed stability during a time of emotional hardship and displacement. Despite some students transferring, many stayed with their school communities, and Pasadena even saw surprising academic improvements amid changes in class sizes and enrollment.

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12:06

Ability-Based Reading Groups: A School's Success Story

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2025/06/20

What happens when schools group students by skill instead of grade? At Ellis Elementary and other Rockford, Illinois schools, students are now grouped for reading instruction based on ability rather than age, using data like spelling inventories to guide placement. This shift has boosted student confidence, engagement, and reading skills, despite some early challenges.

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13:38

Strengthening Elementary Math Teaching: A National...

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2025/06/18

Are states doing enough to prepare elementary teachers to teach math? A new report from the National Council on Teacher Quality says most aren’t, citing poor guidance, weak licensure tests, and a lack of quality materials. While Alabama and Louisiana are making progress with improved training and standards, the report stresses that stronger math instruction is urgently needed across the country.

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11:38

The Four-Day School Week's Unmet Promise

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2025/06/12

Is the four-day school week really helping schools the way people think? Although many districts, especially in Missouri, hoped it would attract and keep teachers, new research shows those benefits are small or nonexistent. Despite strong support from parents and communities, studies also warn that the shorter week may hurt student learning without solving staffing issues.

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11:20

Newark’s new trade school costs soar as delays push...

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2025/06/11

What’s going on with the new trade high school in Newark? The district will spend over $300 million across 30 years, far more than expected, and delays have been caused by wage-related stop-work orders. While it’s set to open this fall with trade programs, parts of the building like the gym and auditorium may not be finished until 2026.

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12:48

Naval Academy Restores DEI Books After Outcry

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2025/06/10

Why were hundreds of books about diversity, equity, and inclusion removed from the U.S. Naval Academy library? The removal, ordered by a Trump-appointed official who called such content "divisive," sparked backlash from alumni and a retired Naval Commander who crowdfunded to restore the titles. Most of the books have now been reinstated, though a few remain under review, fueling a broader debate about DEI in military education.

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9:58

Paying California Student Teachers: A Bill to Watch

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2025/06/09

Why does becoming a teacher in California cost so much? A new bill, AB 1128, proposes paying student teachers through grants to school districts, offering them compensation similar to substitute teachers. Supporters hope this will attract more diverse and low-income candidates, but they also stress that higher salaries and more support are still needed for new educators.

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9:24

LA School Board Moms Push for Paid Parental Leave

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2025/06/06

How can schools better support working parents on their staff? The Los Angeles Unified School District board just passed a resolution to offer paid parental leave and other family-focused benefits, led by three board members who are mothers themselves. Since many employees aren’t eligible for state leave, the district plans to fill that gap with supports like reproductive healthcare access, lactation spaces, and help with enrolling their children in LAUSD schools.

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17:45

Nebraska Schools Deny Special Ed Transfers

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2025/06/05

Why are students with disabilities being turned away from transferring schools despite laws meant to protect them? A recent report shows Nebraska districts reject these students at much higher rates, often blaming a lack of special education staff. But parents and advocates argue it’s discrimination, and efforts to change the law have stalled under pressure from school groups.

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