Public Education
St. Louis Public Schools approves only part of downsizing proposals, closing 9 schoolsAfter considering as many as 22 school closures, the St. Louis Public Schools (SLPS) board has approved closing nine schools, while warning that more closures may… Read More
Public Education
Self-defense or aggression? Playground incident highlights parent-school rift over disciplinary actionsA viral video is showcasing the role parents can play in shaping school disciplinary actions, even when surveillance footage and stated policies are involved. TikTok creator @gabectomy… Read More
Public Education
Homework debate resurfaces after first grader’s tear-filled experienceParents are increasingly questioning the amount of homework public schools assign, especially in the elementary grades. “We didn’t have homework like this when we were in these… Read More
Public Education
Portland Public Schools, Oregon governor face off over $65 million deficit, potential closuresA delicate dance has developed between Oregon’s governor and Portland Public Schools (PPS), with both acknowledging a massive budget deficit but each asking the other to address it. Read More
Public Education
Viral photo reimagines 6-year-old as 25-year-old, highlighting tensions over AI in schoolsA South Carolina district is working to address concerns about artificial intelligence after a mom posted an AI-generated picture of her 6-year-old, re-envisioned to look 25 – part of… Read More