Public Education
Princeton University criticized for higher enrollment from affluent public schools over othersA select few public schools are “dramatically overrepresented” in Princeton University’s admissions rates – underscoring the need for a more comprehensive recruitment strategy, argues the student newspaper. “Given… Read More
Public Education
Virginia district contemplates four-day school week, anticipates parent disapprovalA district in Virginia has proposed a four-day school week “to save money, alleviate staffing shortages and prioritize mental health,” Gray Media’s WDBJ7 reports. Read More
Public Education
Minnesota district escapes criminal charges after ‘concerning’ credit card purchases lacking documentationAfter investigating a Minnesota district’s financial records, the county’s attorney has declined to file criminal charges but still rebuked officials’ mismanagement. “(Olmsted) County Attorney Michael Walters called the… Read More
Public Education
Milwaukee schools scrambling to cut back after audits reveal $46 million shortfallAs Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) begins to deal with a $46 million budget deficit, the community is questioning how such a situation arose in the first place. “You… Read More
Homeschools
Florida homeschooler sets record for winning county spelling bee 3 years straightCalabash can refer to a tropical tree or its fruit, a North Carolina town – or the word propelling Cooper Campen, a Florida homeschool student, to his third consecutive championship in the Alachua… Read More