Education News

Assessing the Impact of Recent Staffing Cuts at the Office of Special Education The recent move by the Trump administration to fire nearly all employees at the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) has sparked widespread concern across the educational community. With a history steeped in protecting the rights […] More

Online Education and Website Security: Balancing Trust and Technical Verification In today’s digital landscape, education is increasingly tied to robust online platforms. With more students, educators, and policymakers turning to web-based systems, the need for secure and reliable verification processes has never been more essential. Recently, while accessing edtrust.org—an important resource for education policy and […] More

A Closer Look at Gov. Inslee’s Proposed 2025-27 Budget The current state budget proposals, covering the 2025-27 biennium and including both operating and capital funding requests, present a remarkable snapshot of public priorities. Within these budget requests, government agencies, from the Department of Health to higher education institutions, are putting forward their plans for facility […] More

The New Indiana Diploma Policy: An Uncertain Future for College Preparedness Indiana’s recent changes to its high school diploma requirements have sparked a lively debate about the future of education in the state. At first glance, this new approach promises expanded opportunities for hands-on learning and community engagement, but beneath the surface, there are many […] More

Understanding the Oklahoma Education Controversy Recent events in Oklahoma’s education sector have sparked heated debate among educators, policymakers, and concerned citizens alike. At the center of this controversy is the claim that the state did not spend any money on a so-called “woke” test developed by PragerU for teachers moving from more liberal states. With […] More

Credit Recovery in Tennessee High Schools: A Closer Look at Policy and Practice Credit recovery programs have increasingly become a focal point for Tennessee’s education system as schools work to help students who have encountered failing grades keep pace with graduation requirements. In today’s educational environment, these courses are seen not just as remedial tools […] More

State and Federal Education Recognition: A New Chapter in the Blue Ribbon Journey The recent awarding of the National Blue Ribbon recognition to six Arizona schools has sparked a lively debate about the evolving role of federal and state education programs. As we take a closer look at this notable achievement, it is important to […] More

When Educational Content Becomes a Matter of Geography The modern world of online education offers an abundance of resources that promise to democratize learning. However, a recurring issue persists: the realization that sometimes, educational content is blocked or unavailable simply because of your location. This situation, once signaled by a brief message stating, “Sorry, this […] More

Tribal Reactions and Federal Reallocations: A Policy Opinion The recent decision by the Trump administration to disassemble the U.S. Department of Education has sparked heated discussion among Native leaders and education policy experts alike. The new plan not only rearranges the responsibilities of Native education programs, but also reallocates oversight to various other federal agencies. […] More

Michigan School Accountability: A Closer Look at the Evolving School Index The Michigan School Index has long been a focal point for gauging the performance of public K-12 institutions across the state. Recently, trends have shifted—with fewer schools overall on the state-mandated watchlist—yet a significant number have also been newly added to the list based […] More

The Promise of Accelerated Semiconductor Training in Today’s Fast-Paced Industry The semiconductor industry stands as one of the most essential, yet tricky parts of modern electronics, powering everything from medical devices to smartphones. In an era when the chip shortage sent shockwaves through various sectors, Iowa State University’s bold new initiative aims to simplify the […] More