Indiana lawmakers ban cellphones in class. Now it's up to schools to figure out how
Many schools — but not all — in the state and around the U.S. already ban phones in class. This requires it now in Indiana.
Education
Many eligible North Carolina school voucher applicants won't get awards
A massive spike in applications to North Carolina’s school voucher program means most higher-income families won’t receive financial help for the coming year even though the General Assembly did away with income caps on the program.
Toyota USA Foundation announces $2 million for Guilford and Randolph County Schools
The Toyota USA Foundation announced today a $2 million investment in Guilford and Randolph County Schools. The funds will go toward preparing students for careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Why Oregon schools' pandemic recovery lags behind much of the nation
Oregon schools are struggling more than others across the country to recover academic learning losses. Experts say one likely reason is a lack of statewide consistency in tutoring interventions.
School principals get creative to keep their staff in the classrooms
Hundreds of K-12 school leaders from across the country were in Washington, D.C., recently to talk with lawmakers. One of their main messages was: staffing shortages are still a problem.
Why Oregon schools rank among lowest in education gains following COVID disruptions
Students around the country are starting to rebound from the COVID era's massive learning disruptions. But students lag in Oregon, where some advocates say districts had too much leeway during the pandemic.
Students are still waiting for aid offers from colleges after a delayed FAFSA rollout
Students have waited months to find out how much financial aid they will receive for school. Delays and errors by the Department of Education mean they'll be waiting a while longer.
Baltimore bridge collapse has put the spotlight on Maryland's young Black governor
Since before the political newcomer was inaugurated, there has been speculation that Maryland Gov. Wes Moore wants to run for higher office. The bridge collapse could be his first major test.
N.C. A&T to address shortage of special education teachers with $1.1 million grant
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University has been awarded a $1.1 million federal grant to support its special education program. The school hopes to make an impact on the teacher shortage in the state.
Why the University of Idaho marching band members are heroes in Connecticut
When Yale's marching band wasn't able to make it to March Madness, the Sound of Idaho stepped in — and went viral. A week later, Connecticut's governor proclaimed a "University of Idaho Day."