Donald Trump's policies are making our kids dumber, sicker, meaner, and scaredTrump's policies threaten the well-being and education of children, with significant cuts to the Department of Education and initiatives targeting disadvantaged students.
Trump Issues Executive Order That Would Disqualify Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness For People Engaging In Activities That Go Against His Agenda - Above the LawTrump's executive order alters the PSLF program, potentially increasing eligibility barriers for borrowers associated with organizations deemed illegal.
Trump will order a plan to shut down the U.S. Education DepartmentTrump plans to sign an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Education Department, targeting it as wasteful and ideologically biased.
New York Warns Trump It Will Not Comply With Public School D.E.I. OrderNew York's Education Department firmly defends diversity, equity, and inclusion programs against federal threats to funding.
U.S. Department of Education: How Recent Cuts Might Affect Your KidThe Department of Education is undergoing significant layoffs, impacting its ability to manage educational programs effectively.
US updates: Trump administration seeks eggs from Denmark DW 03/14/2025The Trump administration threatens Columbia University with funding cuts unless it enacts significant policy reforms and subjects its International Studies department to oversight.
Donald Trump's policies are making our kids dumber, sicker, meaner, and scaredTrump's policies threaten the well-being and education of children, with significant cuts to the Department of Education and initiatives targeting disadvantaged students.
Trump Issues Executive Order That Would Disqualify Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness For People Engaging In Activities That Go Against His Agenda - Above the LawTrump's executive order alters the PSLF program, potentially increasing eligibility barriers for borrowers associated with organizations deemed illegal.
Trump will order a plan to shut down the U.S. Education DepartmentTrump plans to sign an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Education Department, targeting it as wasteful and ideologically biased.
New York Warns Trump It Will Not Comply With Public School D.E.I. OrderNew York's Education Department firmly defends diversity, equity, and inclusion programs against federal threats to funding.
U.S. Department of Education: How Recent Cuts Might Affect Your KidThe Department of Education is undergoing significant layoffs, impacting its ability to manage educational programs effectively.
US updates: Trump administration seeks eggs from Denmark DW 03/14/2025The Trump administration threatens Columbia University with funding cuts unless it enacts significant policy reforms and subjects its International Studies department to oversight.
Trump admin freezes federal funds to U of Pennsylvania over transgender athletesTrump's administration paused $175 million federal funds to the University of Pennsylvania over its policies regarding transgender athletes.
How Might the Trump Administration Target D.E.I. in Public Schools?D.E.I. programs in schools may face funding threats under federal laws if perceived to advantage one race over another.
Columbia must 'comply' to regain $400M, education secretary says - after university watered down anti-Israel crackdownColumbia University must comply with its commitments to anti-Israel activism to regain federal funding.
USDA freezes funding for Maine amid battle over transgender athletesMaine faces federal funding freezes due to alleged violations of transgender athlete participation laws.
Trump admin freezes federal funds to U of Pennsylvania over transgender athletesTrump's administration paused $175 million federal funds to the University of Pennsylvania over its policies regarding transgender athletes.
How Might the Trump Administration Target D.E.I. in Public Schools?D.E.I. programs in schools may face funding threats under federal laws if perceived to advantage one race over another.
Columbia must 'comply' to regain $400M, education secretary says - after university watered down anti-Israel crackdownColumbia University must comply with its commitments to anti-Israel activism to regain federal funding.
USDA freezes funding for Maine amid battle over transgender athletesMaine faces federal funding freezes due to alleged violations of transgender athlete participation laws.
Parents don't stop fighting for their LGBTQ+ kidsDiscriminatory policies targeting LGBTQ+ youth in Florida pose significant challenges, but parents and allies continue to fight for their rights and expression.
Mountain View Whisman declares support for LGBTQ students - San Jose SpotlightThe Mountain View Whisman school board unanimously supports LGBTQ+ rights, affirming their commitment to inclusive spaces for all students.
Parents don't stop fighting for their LGBTQ+ kidsDiscriminatory policies targeting LGBTQ+ youth in Florida pose significant challenges, but parents and allies continue to fight for their rights and expression.
Mountain View Whisman declares support for LGBTQ students - San Jose SpotlightThe Mountain View Whisman school board unanimously supports LGBTQ+ rights, affirming their commitment to inclusive spaces for all students.
Brooklyn's diocesan schools ban cellphones ahead of NY stateBrooklyn and Queens Catholic schools have long enforced strict bans on cell phones, as New York moves towards a statewide ban.
Federal student loan restrictions will disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ adultsLGBTQ+ individuals face heightened economic insecurity and student loan burdens, exacerbated by potential changes under Trump's administration.
Democrats Blast McMahon Over Education Department CutsSen. Bernie Sanders and 37 Democrats condemned Education Secretary Linda McMahon for recent staff cuts, asserting they will harm education for American students.
6 things borrowers should know about federal student loans right nowThe federal student loan system is currently chaotic and affecting millions of borrowers.Significant numbers of borrowers risk default as the repayment system resumes.
Democrats launch a new last-ditch effort to keep Biden's key student-loan repayment plan for 8 million borrowers aliveSenators Merkley and Kaine aim to revive the SAVE student-loan repayment plan amidst GOP opposition and legal challenges.
Federal student loan restrictions will disproportionately impact LGBTQ+ adultsLGBTQ+ individuals face heightened economic insecurity and student loan burdens, exacerbated by potential changes under Trump's administration.
Democrats Blast McMahon Over Education Department CutsSen. Bernie Sanders and 37 Democrats condemned Education Secretary Linda McMahon for recent staff cuts, asserting they will harm education for American students.
6 things borrowers should know about federal student loans right nowThe federal student loan system is currently chaotic and affecting millions of borrowers.Significant numbers of borrowers risk default as the repayment system resumes.
Democrats launch a new last-ditch effort to keep Biden's key student-loan repayment plan for 8 million borrowers aliveSenators Merkley and Kaine aim to revive the SAVE student-loan repayment plan amidst GOP opposition and legal challenges.
Trump Administration Is Investigating CA Privacy Protections for Trans StudentsU.S. Department of Education threatens state funding over California's transgender student privacy law enforcement.The investigation centers around Assembly Bill 1955 limiting forced disclosure of transgender identities to parents.
Things to Know About the Federal Investigation Into California's Law on Students and Gender | KQEDSchool policies requiring parental notification of children's gender identity changes face legal challenges and ethical debates.Opponents argue that parental rights are being violated by laws that prevent schools from disclosing students' gender identities.
Immigrant Rights Advocates Patrol Streets In Anticipation Of Possible Raids | KQEDThe Madera Community Hospital's reopening offers hope for overburdened healthcare in the area amidst growing demand and capacity issues.
Trump Administration Is Investigating CA Privacy Protections for Trans StudentsU.S. Department of Education threatens state funding over California's transgender student privacy law enforcement.The investigation centers around Assembly Bill 1955 limiting forced disclosure of transgender identities to parents.
Things to Know About the Federal Investigation Into California's Law on Students and Gender | KQEDSchool policies requiring parental notification of children's gender identity changes face legal challenges and ethical debates.Opponents argue that parental rights are being violated by laws that prevent schools from disclosing students' gender identities.
Immigrant Rights Advocates Patrol Streets In Anticipation Of Possible Raids | KQEDThe Madera Community Hospital's reopening offers hope for overburdened healthcare in the area amidst growing demand and capacity issues.
Whitehall has left generation of teenagers with no hope, says Andy BurnhamAndy Burnham criticizes the failure to address the rising number of NEETs, urging a shift in education policy to support diverse career paths.
Search for Higher Ed Legislation Proposed in CongressSixteen legislative proposals are currently under consideration in Congress, signaling vital shifts in higher education policy and governance.
Here's what happens to your student loan if the Department of Education disappearsThe Department of Education is crucial to federal education policy and student loans, warranting protection against hasty dismantling.
Search for Higher Ed Legislation Proposed in CongressSixteen legislative proposals are currently under consideration in Congress, signaling vital shifts in higher education policy and governance.
Here's what happens to your student loan if the Department of Education disappearsThe Department of Education is crucial to federal education policy and student loans, warranting protection against hasty dismantling.
Trump signs executive order to dismantly US Department of EducationTrump signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, blaming it for inefficiency and advocating for state control over education.
NPR speaks to a former education secretary about dismantling the department, arrestsTrump's executive order to close the Department of Education faces legal limits and criticism.
NY Congressional Democrats seethe over Trump's executive order to shut down US Department of Education | amNewYorkTrump's executive order aims to shut down the Department of Education, shifting authority back to states, invoking strong opposition from Democrats.
Trump signs executive order to dismantly US Department of EducationTrump signed an executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, blaming it for inefficiency and advocating for state control over education.
NPR speaks to a former education secretary about dismantling the department, arrestsTrump's executive order to close the Department of Education faces legal limits and criticism.
NY Congressional Democrats seethe over Trump's executive order to shut down US Department of Education | amNewYorkTrump's executive order aims to shut down the Department of Education, shifting authority back to states, invoking strong opposition from Democrats.
Letters: Parents have the right to evaluate school curriculumParents should have the right to review and influence their children's educational curriculum.Reforming Proposition 13 is essential for funding schools and public services fairly.
Exclusive | NY parents push lawmakers to back Hochul's smartphone ban over fears Dems watering it down: 'Must not take the wrong path'Parents are urging lawmakers to support a complete ban on cellphones in schools, fearing local discretion will weaken the policy.
A magnetic pouch is key to enforcing school cellphone bans. Kids are getting around itThe LAUSD cellphone ban aims to create a distraction-free environment and has received positive feedback for reducing anxiety and improving student interactions.
Exclusive | NY parents push lawmakers to back Hochul's smartphone ban over fears Dems watering it down: 'Must not take the wrong path'Parents are urging lawmakers to support a complete ban on cellphones in schools, fearing local discretion will weaken the policy.
A magnetic pouch is key to enforcing school cellphone bans. Kids are getting around itThe LAUSD cellphone ban aims to create a distraction-free environment and has received positive feedback for reducing anxiety and improving student interactions.
BREAKING: Donald Trump orders closure of Department of Education 'once and for all'. He can't do that without CongressTrump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education signifies a major shift towards state-controlled educational policy.
CNN's Dana Bash Confronts Trump Education Chief Over RFK And VaccinesTrump's Education Secretary Linda McMahon clarified the limits of RFK Jr.'s involvement in state vaccination mandates under potential policy shifts.
BREAKING: Donald Trump orders closure of Department of Education 'once and for all'. He can't do that without CongressTrump's executive order to dismantle the Department of Education signifies a major shift towards state-controlled educational policy.
CNN's Dana Bash Confronts Trump Education Chief Over RFK And VaccinesTrump's Education Secretary Linda McMahon clarified the limits of RFK Jr.'s involvement in state vaccination mandates under potential policy shifts.
This Idaho Teacher's Classroom Sign Is Going Viral After Their School Said It Violated District PolicyMany school districts are changing DEI policies following political pressure; a teacher in Idaho stands against these changes by keeping inclusive classroom signs.
Labour reconsiders smartphone ban in schools as pressure grows over effect on teenagersBridget Phillipson is reviewing smartphone bans in schools due to concerns about social media's impact on teenagers.
Bridget Phillipson tells critics to leave London for a change' in school reform rowBridget Phillipson's school reforms spark controversy, as critics challenge her plans while she defends the need for educational improvement outside London.
Labour reconsiders smartphone ban in schools as pressure grows over effect on teenagersBridget Phillipson is reviewing smartphone bans in schools due to concerns about social media's impact on teenagers.
Bridget Phillipson tells critics to leave London for a change' in school reform rowBridget Phillipson's school reforms spark controversy, as critics challenge her plans while she defends the need for educational improvement outside London.
What are the rules in Germany on students having phones at school?Stricter smartphone regulations for children in German schools are being proposed by the education minister citing mental health concerns.Current rules regarding smartphone use in German schools vary significantly by state with no federal regulations in place.
Amy Coney Barrett Has Recused Herself from Upcoming SCOTUS Decision on Public Funding for Oklahoma Catholic SchoolJustice Barrett's recusal could lead to a significant split in the Supreme Court regarding funding for religious charter schools.
Trump is setting the US on a path to educational authoritarianismThe US Department of Education is redefining civil rights law interpretations to address discrimination against whites alongside existing protections.
Trump opens investigations at three California colleges alleging DEI-based discriminationThe Department of Education is investigating alleged race-based discrimination at universities, targeting diversity and inclusion programs nationwide.
Trump is setting the US on a path to educational authoritarianismThe US Department of Education is redefining civil rights law interpretations to address discrimination against whites alongside existing protections.
Trump opens investigations at three California colleges alleging DEI-based discriminationThe Department of Education is investigating alleged race-based discrimination at universities, targeting diversity and inclusion programs nationwide.
Harvard Will Make Tuition Free for More StudentsHarvard will offer free tuition to families earning $200,000 or less, expanding financial aid to enhance diversity.
Trump's Clash With Maine Gov. Janet Mills Fuels Tensions Across StateThe conflict over transgender athletes in Maine escalated after a legislator's Facebook post, resulting in federal investigation and funding cuts.
More than 50 universities face federal investigations as part of Trump's anti-DEI campaignOver 50 universities are under investigation for alleged racial discrimination amid efforts to eliminate diversity programs that are said to exclude certain students.
Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos has some nerve seeking yet more cash for NYC schools with a budget already exceeding $41BThe NYC Department of Education seeks an increase in funding despite declining student performance and rising truancy.
All schools should be singing schools', says think tank in push for creativityEvery primary school should prioritize arts education, making creativity integral to the curriculum alongside traditional subjects.
Trio of bills aims to address Oregon's failure to equip youths with needed tools against drugsOregon has high youth substance disorder and overdose rates; lawmakers seek solutions.
All schools should be singing schools', says think tank in push for creativityEvery primary school should prioritize arts education, making creativity integral to the curriculum alongside traditional subjects.
Trio of bills aims to address Oregon's failure to equip youths with needed tools against drugsOregon has high youth substance disorder and overdose rates; lawmakers seek solutions.
Columbia anti-Israel agitator Mahmoud Khalil sues to block Columbia, Barnard from releasing student records to CongressA detained anti-Israel protester is suing to prevent Columbia University and Barnard College from disclosing student records to Congress, citing First Amendment violations.