Staff reporter at Desks and Bells, covering Schools.
States and school districts across the US approach retention, or holding back students, in different ways. Some states, like Hawaii, wait until ninth grade or later to retain students, while others, like Mississippi and Florida, retain students at younger ages, between kindergarten and third grade.
A growing concern about students' writing abilities has led to a renewed focus on teaching writing skills in schools.
A recent opinion piece highlights the importance of investing in rural education to bolster local economies and help students build a future close to home. Community colleges play a vital role in driving economic mobility in rural areas, but face distinct challenges, including declining enrollment and persistent poverty.
The Trump administration's proposal to change the federally funded Head Start program has raised concerns among providers, who argue that the changes would undermine the program's mission and potentially harm children and families.
The Trump administration's new federal loan caps for graduate students have sparked debate over their impact on access and affordability in higher education.
American academic research and innovation are facing a decline in support, with top scholars leaving and international students dwindling.
A new study suggests that students may learn more when AI makes them slow down and review their mistakes.
Despite recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics, many parents in New York are not completing developmental screeners for their young children, potentially missing crucial opportunities to identify autism and speech delays.
A nonprofit organization is working to transform schoolyards across the United States into welcoming and sustainable spaces for both students and local communities.