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Why it matters: The program, known as BOOST (short for Building Outstanding Opportunities for Students to Thrive ), was ...

At first glance, shopping in Europe and the US feels roughly the same. But look again. Here are some of the things that stood ...

Back in the day, many school policies were rooted in outdated traditions and limited personal expression and inclusivity.

This law requires the Illinois State Board of Education to develop guidance for districts and teachers on the use of AI in elementary and secondary education.

Some are raising funds for weirder items, such as Roosevelt teacher Sarah Davis’s campaign for a class set of specialized ...

In 2026, disability advocates want expanded access to primary and emergency care — and influence new debates around genetic ...

Norris Elementary’s principal and teachers say cultural programming and intentional engagement with students and families ...

It was the longest shutdown in history and it looked like Democrats really were not going to back down until we got extended ...

This is the year that the demographic crisis will begin to impact people’s lives. This will create pressures on treatment and hiring of foreigners. Regardless of whatever technological breakthroughs ...

Discover the hidden power and racial biases of standardized testing. Learn how it perpetuates inequality and harms Black ...

On President Donald Trump’s first day back in office, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., hit him with a new political mantra.