The Department of Education has cut nearly half of its workforce, including the Office of Civil Rights and the Institute of Education, Sciences, which will hurt Black K-12 students the hardest.
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Nikole Hannah-Jones Hosts Black Read-In When Schools Wouldn’t
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones will host a free African American Read-In in her hometown of Waterloo, Iowa, to encourage the teaching of Black history and books in schools.
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Parents Need to Pay Attention to Artificial Intelligence, Too
Parents and educators must be aware of the potential biases in AI technology in the classroom, and take steps to ensure that students have equitable access to tools and resources.
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Teaching Truth is Under Attack – Experts Say Be Cautious
With the removal of all diversity, equity, and inclusion programs by President Donald Trump, educators must be cautious when teaching Black history, as states like Florida, Texas, and Utah have made it clear they will not be protecting or pushing any efforts to teach Black history.
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Prayer, Positivity, and SchoolworkÂ
West Angeles Church of God In Christ is providing educational opportunities for students displaced by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, helping them stay focused and offering a distraction from the ongoing disaster.
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Graduation Rates are All Over – and So Are Our StudentsÂ
Graduation rates have fluctuated significantly in the years during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, with states and districts experiencing noteworthy differences based on their access to resources and ability to get struggling students across the finish line.
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2024’s Hottest Topics in Education
2024 saw significant drama in American education, including book bans, restrictions on teaching Black history, and SNAFUs on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, but also inspiring stories of bold leaders fighting for equitable education and dedicated educators making sure their students get the best education possible.
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5 Innovative Programs Supporting Students’ Mental WellnessÂ
The Jed Foundation, Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective, Black Girls Smile, AAKOMA Project, and The Trevor Project are all nonprofit organizations providing resources and support to young people struggling with mental health issues.
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Black Representation in Tech Matters to Special Education
Special education teachers are turning to artificial intelligence to customize lesson plans and help students with disabilities, but the lack of representation of people of color in AI development may lead to racial and cultural blind spots.
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3 Ways Trump’s Plan Can Harm Kids with Disabilities
When Donald Trump vowed to close the Department of Education on the campaign trail, he joined a long line of powerful Republican politicians, including Ronald Reagan, to put that task […]
