Societal Shifts Require Rethinking Workforce, Training ApproachesThe pandemic's shift to remote work and education has accentuated inequalities and challenges in accessibility.
Migrants and refugee families in the UK denied childcare funding, report findsMany children in migrant families are denied access to government-funded childcare due to immigration status restrictions.These limitations contribute to family poverty and hinder educational opportunities for children.
Local pol's new initiative aims to level the playing field for North Brooklyn's high-need schools with $4M investment * Brooklyn PaperPublic schools in Brooklyn face significant resource disparities, especially between affluent and poorer neighborhoods.Council Member Lincoln Restler has launched a $4 million initiative to support underfunded schools in his district.
Migrants and refugee families in the UK denied childcare funding, report findsMany children in migrant families are denied access to government-funded childcare due to immigration status restrictions.These limitations contribute to family poverty and hinder educational opportunities for children.
Local pol's new initiative aims to level the playing field for North Brooklyn's high-need schools with $4M investment * Brooklyn PaperPublic schools in Brooklyn face significant resource disparities, especially between affluent and poorer neighborhoods.Council Member Lincoln Restler has launched a $4 million initiative to support underfunded schools in his district.
Milpitas social worker honored at Black History Month eventNicole Steward's work exemplifies dedication to equity in education and social services.
Lawsuit Accuses Georgetown of Admitting Students Based Solely on WealthGeorgetown's president allegedly prioritized students based on wealth over merit, raising concerns about fairness in admissions policies.
Supreme Court rejects challenge to Boston's school admissions policyThe Supreme Court declined to review a Boston admissions policy based on zip codes, signaling potential implications for merit-based school admissions processes.
Exclusive: Amazon commits $100 million to bridge inequalities in tech educationAmazon is investing $100 million to enhance digital learning for underserved communities through the Education Equity Initiative.
City mulls taking Specialized High School test digitalThe city plans to digitize the SHSAT to improve evaluation accuracy, while addressing concerns about equity for disadvantaged students.
Generations of immigrants of color find college unaffordableImmigrant families face varied challenges in affording college, with generational progress evident yet disparities persisting among families of color.
How Algebra Became a Flashpoint in SchoolsAlgebra instruction can widen racial and economic disparities, leading to controversies over when and how it should be taught.
REPORT: North Carolina's Education System Stuck in Cycle of RacismRacial disparities in North Carolina's school system disproportionately affect students of color, as highlighted in the 2022-23 Racial Equity Report Cards.
Generations of immigrants of color find college unaffordableImmigrant families face varied challenges in affording college, with generational progress evident yet disparities persisting among families of color.
How Algebra Became a Flashpoint in SchoolsAlgebra instruction can widen racial and economic disparities, leading to controversies over when and how it should be taught.
REPORT: North Carolina's Education System Stuck in Cycle of RacismRacial disparities in North Carolina's school system disproportionately affect students of color, as highlighted in the 2022-23 Racial Equity Report Cards.
Industry experts discuss bridging the digital divide in NYCImproved internet access in underserved NYC communities is a result of public-private partnerships and lessons learned from the pandemic.The COVID-19 pandemic revealed significant disparities in internet access necessary for education.
Map: Which OUSD schools have the worst lead contamination?OUSD is actively addressing lead contamination in schools, focusing on fixture repairs and safe drinking water.
The Injustice Of Our Rights Regime - emptywheelThe Constitution protects few rights but maintains strict scrutiny for infringements on protected rights.
Special Ed Shouldn't Be SeparateIsolating kids from peers limits their developmental and social growth, especially for those with disabilities.
Former WNBA Star Unlocks Kids' Love For Science, TechNeisha Butler opens STEAM center in Brooklyn to provide STEM opportunities for underrepresented kids, emphasizing diversity in tech fields over just athletics.
MCAS supporters launch six-figure advertisement campaign to defeat ballot questionA coalition opposes the removal of MCAS graduation requirement in Massachusetts, launching a significant digital advertising campaign to uphold the standard.
Raising a kid in California? They may have a college savings account you don't know about.Many California students and newborns have college savings from CalKIDS, but most are unaware of it.
Four candidates running for three seats on the Palo Alto School BoardFour candidates enter Palo Alto school board race seeking three seats previously held by incumbents.
Most Asian Americans think SAT but not race is fair to consider for college admissionsAsian American adults support standardized testing in college admissions and oppose consideration of race/ethnicity.
Disparity in counselors highlights school inequality 70 years after Brown rulingSchool counselor shortage affects student well-being and safety, with disparities in racial resegregation.
70 years after Brown v. Board of Education: 'No kid should ever be left behind'The landmark Brown v. Board of Education ruling ended racial segregation but disparities in education persisted
Race on for school boardNicole Chiu-Wang is running for the Palo Alto school board for the second time, focusing on promoting equity in education and improving mental health and wellness.
School reform expert on 50-year legacy of Boston busing - Harvard GazetteBusing in Boston aimed at racial integration had mixed results and sparked racial tension despite good intentions.
Black Melrose student says classmates called her a 'monkey' and cut off her braidSchools need to address racial bullying and violence promptly to ensure a safe environment for all students.