Universities’ Response to Pro-Palestinian Activism: A Closer Look
Universities across the country have been implementing stricter rules and punishments in response to pro-Palestinian activism on campuses. This crackdown on protests seems to...
The Cost of Race and LGBTQ Conflict in Schools: Over $3 Billion Lost
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Controversial Pick: Trump Taps Wrestling Empire Owner for Education Role
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High Rate of Chronic Absenteeism Among Native American Students in California
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Impact of Pandemic on Native American Student Attendance: A Troubling Trend
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State Board of Education Under Fire for Downplaying Low Student Test Scores
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Navigating Uncertain Education Policies: A Strategic Commentary
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Guiding Students Towards College Success: Expert Opinions and Advice
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California Apprenticeships in Construction Trades: Enhancing Appeal with Child Care Support
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The Impact of a Women’s College Volleyball Team on the Transgender Athlete Controversy
The San Jose State University women's volleyball team has found themselves at the center of a controversial issue regarding transgender rights in sports. During...
Linda McMahon’s WWE History Scrutinized During Connecticut Education Tenure
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Dispelling Myths About Community College Bachelor’s Degree Programs
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The Importance of Outdoor Play for Children’s Development: Why Jumping Off Rocks is Essential
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Impact of Changes in STEM Math Placement at California Community Colleges: Educators’ Perspectives
The California community colleges are preparing to make changes to how STEM math placement is handled. This means that more students will be placed...
Making College Worth It: Strategies for Student Success and Equity
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California School Dashboard Data Comparison 2024: Search and Analyze Data
On November 21, 2024, the California Department of Education released the most recent data for schools and districts on the California School Dashboard. This...
Addressing Mental Health Challenges Among Rural Central Valley Students: Strategies and Solutions
Growing up in Tulare County in California's Central Valley, Greg Salcedo never had access to mental health resources or support at his rural school....
Creating an Inclusive Education System for a True Meritocracy
Our education system has long been criticized for favoring theoretical learning over practical skills and abilities. The traditional one-size-fits-all approach to education has left...
Title: Universities’ Response to Pro-Palestinian Activism: A Closer Look
Universities across the country have been implementing stricter rules and punishments in response to pro-Palestinian activism on campuses. These efforts appear to be effective,...
Exploring the Impact of ChatGPT on College Student’s AI Tool Usage
Generative artificial intelligence tools like OpenAI's ChatGPT have become increasingly popular among college students, with 56% admitting to using AI tools for assignments or...
Trump Education Secretary Nominee: Detailed Policy Agenda Analysis
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon, a longtime ally and financial backer, as his nominee for Secretary of Education. Despite education not being...
Linda McMahon Named in Sexual Abuse Lawsuit: What You Need to Know
Linda McMahon, the former head of World Wrestling Entertainment (W.W.E.) and President-elect Donald J. Trump's pick for education secretary, has been accused in a...
Improving Graduation Rates at Cal State Campuses: A Closer Look
Cal State universities have been making strides in improving their graduation rates, with 14 campuses seeing an increase in their six-year graduation rates compared...
Free Tuition at M.I.T. for Families Earning Under $200K
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, also known as M.I.T., made a groundbreaking announcement on Wednesday. Starting next fall, undergraduate students from families earning less than...
Recovery Progress: California Schools Post-Pandemic Insights
California's K-12 schools have shown progress in various areas during the last school year, with a slight increase in graduation rates, reduced suspensions, and...
Reconsidering the U.S. Department of Education: A Critical Commentary
In 1994, I worked as the press secretary for the U.S. Department of Education during a challenging time when Republicans threatened to shut us...
Florida’s Approach to Combat Progressive Ideology: Eliminating Sociology Programs
Conservatives in Florida are taking a new approach to combat what they perceive as progressive ideology in higher education. Instead of engaging in explosive...
2025-26 School Funding Forecast: Increased Funding with a Unique Approach
The Legislative Analyst's Office (LAO) recently projected that there will be higher revenues in 2025-26 for TK-12 schools and community colleges in California than...
Sacramento State’s Black Honors College: The HBCU of the West Coast
California State University Sacramento made history with the establishment of the Black Honors College, a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide a supportive and nurturing...
Linda McMahon: Limited Educational Background of Trump’s Education Secretary Pick
Linda McMahon, President-elect Donald J. Trump's choice for education secretary, has a different educational background compared to previous candidates for the position. Although she...