For the first time since the 1960s, voters in Providence, Rhode Island, will elect half of the city’s school board, giving them a partial voice as the district remains under state control. With challenges including budget deficits, low test scores, and charter school debates, the elected board members will face limited authority and will work…

First Student and Con Edison have launched a groundbreaking project in Brooklyn, introducing a fleet of 12 electric school buses equipped with solar panels. The initiative aims to create a smart energy hub that enhances the electrification of school buses while providing a scalable and cost-effective energy solution. The project not only replaces diesel buses…

Verra Mobility is taking significant steps to combat illegal school bus passings with the launch of a new toolkit aimed at raising awareness during National School Bus Safety Week. The theme for this year is “Zero In on School Bus Safety,” highlighting an increase in illegal passings, which have surged to 45.2m, according to the…

Recent research indicates that the adoption of a four-day school week, intended to enhance teacher recruitment and retention, may not yield the expected results. A study by Aaron Ainsworth from the University of California Irvine revealed that teacher turnover actually increased after Oregon districts implemented the shortened schedule. “The fact that teacher turnover increased was…

The recent lawsuits against TikTok by 13 states and the District of Columbia highlight concerns over the platform’s addictive design and its impact on children’s mental health. Danny Weiss, chief advocacy officer for Common Sense Media, stated: “For young people in particular, their brains are still developing,” emphasizing the difficulties they face in resisting the…

During the pandemic, 1.3m students in the U.S. faced homelessness, living in overcrowded spaces, shelters, cars, and other unstable environments. With no access to basic necessities like food, technology, or electricity, many lost the only constant in their lives: school. The pandemic amplified academic challenges for these students, leading to a chronic absenteeism rate of…