A recent report by the Fordham Institute reveals that nearly 500 low-performing schools have lost 20% or more of their students since the pandemic, marking them as potential candidates for closure. The study emphasizes the need for school districts to proactively address these declines through interventions such as family engagement and targeted support. Sofoklis Goulas,…

Columbus City Schools (CCS) is currently collaborating with the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce to provide bus transportation for approximately 120 charter and nonpublic students amid an emergency motion filed by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost. The district has previously deemed these students “impractical” for transportation, leading to complaints from parents about insufficient notice…

This year, Boston Public Schools have faced significant challenges with late school buses, impacting students and families. On the first day of school, only 34% of buses arrived on time, the lowest rate since 2016. Mayor Michelle Wu attributed the delays to an “unexpected adjustment period” with a new bus tracking app, Zum, and a…

In August, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) took significant steps to safeguard public health by halting the sale of a harmful pesticide linked to severe fetal damage. With over 1bn pounds of pesticides used annually in the U.S., many are sprayed near schools, exposing children to potential health risks. Ling Tan, a Maryland resident, expressed…

Oklahoma’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, Ryan Walters, is pushing to place a Bible in every school, viewing it as a crucial “historical document” for students. He stated, “Parents are excited to see the Bible back in schools,” emphasizing its role in American history. Walters has allocated $3m from his budget for this initiative and plans…

Jill Underly, Wisconsin’s state superintendent of public instruction, recently delivered a passionate State of Education address, emphasizing the urgent need for increased funding for public schools. “Let me be clear: We have more than enough money in this state to fully fund our public schools, and it’s time we used it,” she stated. Underly highlighted…