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The 74 Interview
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The 74 Interview

NAEP ‘Absolutely’ Needs to Stay, Linda McMahon Says. The Department? Not So Much

Following a speech at ASU+GSV, the education secretary spoke briefly with The 74 about civil rights, dismantling the department and NAEP’s future.

Greg Toppo
Author: Greg Toppo
immigration
Alberto Carvalho

L.A. Schools Say They’ll Protect Graduates from ICE. But Will Families Show Up?

Some parents in the district — which includes an estimated 30,000 immigrant students — plan to sit out commencements.

Nadra Nittle, The 19th
federal loans
federal loans

As Feds Resume Student Loan Collections, States Try to Catch Borrowers Before They Sink

States can’t cancel the debt, but they are filling gaps in information.

Robbie Sequeira, Missouri Independent
University of Chicago
AI

From English to Automotive Class, Teachers Assign Projects to Combat AI Cheating

Educators have been trying to curb the use of AI-assisted cheating since ChatGPT exploded onto the scene.

Nadia Tamez-Robledo, EdSurge
lausd
California

L.A. Unified Sees ‘Major Gains’ in Fight Against Chronic Absenteeism – But Problem Persists

Attendance is rising in LAUSD after new initiatives and a push for at-home visits, said Superintendent Alberto Carvalho.

Jacob Matthews
early education

The Power of Early Relationships

Rebecca Gale
childhood health

1st Confirmed Death in Texas Measles Outbreak Is Unvaccinated, School-Aged Child

Amanda Geduld
The 74 Interview

‘We’re the Outliers’: Ashley Rogers Berner on Public Funding for Private Schools

Kevin Mahnken
unions

Teachers Unions, Sociologists Sue over Trump Ban on Racial Content in Schools

Lauren Wagner
The 74 Interview

Q&A: Kendrick Lamar ‘Used His Platform’ at Super Bowl as ‘Salute to Black History’

Trinity Alicia
Oklahoma

Education Department Seeks to Buy Bible Lessons for Oklahoma Elementary School Kids

Jennifer Palmer
literacy

St. Louis Educators Learn What’s Missing in How They Teach Science of Reading

Lauren Wagner
Teacher of the Year

Fostering Culture & Belonging: Reflections from Teacher of the Year Finalists

Marianna McMurdock
Nation’s Report Card

NAEP Costs May Have Played Role in Move to Sideline Testing Official Peggy Carr

Linda Jacobson
immigration

As Immigrant Students Flee in Fear of ICE Raids, Teachers Offer Heartfelt Gifts

Jo Napolitano
unions

Judge Backs Unions, Issues Temporary Restraining Order in Ed Dept. Privacy Suit

Lauren Wagner
Los Angeles

After LAUSD Enrollment Falls by 11,000, Board President Says Schools May Close

Ben Chapman
immigration

Fewer CA Students Are Completing FAFSA. Some Blame Trump’s Deportation Plan

Mikhail Zinshteyn
school (in)security

Kept in the Dark: Inside the St. Landry Parish Schools Ransomware Attack

Mark Keierleber
Illinois

Chicago Black Student Success Plan Amid Backlash Against Race-Based Initiatives

Mila Koumpilova
school choice

Trump Order Boosts School Choice, But There’s Little Evidence Vouchers Lead to Smarter Students, Better Educational Outcomes

Charles J. Russo & Suzanne Eckes
detroit

Detroit District Offered Gift Cards For Perfect Attendance. 4,936 Kids Earned It

Lori Higgins
school (in)security

Trump Moves to Kill DEI

Mark Keierleber
childhood health

Education Groups Push Back Against Feared Cuts to School-Based Medicaid

Amanda Geduld
LGBTQ Students

Rising Need, Falling Finances: Layoffs Hit LGBTQ Student Support Groups Hard

Beth Hawkins
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