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Discussion about important education topics happening all over the country.

  1. 7H AGO

    Debate grows over the federal role in U.S. education policy

    Should the federal government scale back its role in education? Students and Democratic lawmakers are protesting efforts to reduce the size and authority of the U.S. Department of Education, warning it could weaken protections for vulnerable students. Supporters of the changes argue states should have more control, while critics fear growing inequality across schools. (Source: News From The States)

    11 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Can job training help young workers enter the workforce faster?

    How can more young people gain job-ready skills without going straight to college? The U.S. Department of Labor has announced $98 million in new funding to expand pre-apprenticeships and workforce training programs that help young people prepare for in-demand careers. The initiative aims to connect education more directly to employment opportunities across multiple industries. (Source: U.S. Department of Labor)

    15 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Are school vaccination rates becoming a growing concern nationwide?

    Why are fewer kindergarten students fully vaccinated than in past years? A Washington Post investigation found that immunization rates against diseases like measles have dropped sharply across many U.S. schools, increasing the risk of outbreaks. Health officials warn that lower vaccination coverage could lead to more disruptions and serious public-health consequences in classrooms nationwide. (Source: The Washington Post)

    12 min

  4. 12/30/2025

    Who decides what history students learn—and what gets left out?

    What should students learn about history—and who decides? Texas is rewriting its social studies curriculum, prompting debate over how topics are framed, whose perspectives are included, and how the changes could affect future state tests. Supporters say the overhaul modernizes instruction, while critics worry it could narrow or politicize what students learn. (Source: Houston Chronicle)

    24 sec

  5. 12/29/2025

    Student loan collections resume as wage garnishment returns in 2026.

    What happens when pandemic-era student loan relief officially ends? The U.S. Department of Education plans to resume wage garnishment in early 2026 for borrowers who remain in default, marking a return to pre-pandemic enforcement practices. Officials say borrowers will receive notice and options before garnishment begins, but the move signals a tougher stance on unpaid federal student loans. (Source: Barron’s)

    11 sec

  6. 12/23/2025

    Is New York meeting federal FAFSA reporting requirements on time?

    Is New York slowing down access to federal student aid by delaying required FAFSA data? State education officials are under scrutiny for not clearly showing whether they are complying with a law designed to expand students’ access to billions in federal aid. Critics say the lack of transparency could hurt low-income students, while officials have not provided clear answers. (Source: New York Post)

    12 min

  7. 12/22/2025

    Who decides when federal funding and campus policy collide?

    What happens when the federal government and a major university clash over campus policies? The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s decision that restored federal funding to Harvard University, arguing the original cuts tied to policy disputes were justified. The outcome could shape how much influence Washington has over university policies going forward. (Source: AP News)

    11 min

  8. 12/19/2025

    The U.S. Department of Education has recently moved to terminate a federal grant that previously sustained community school programs throughout Idaho

    What happens when federal funding for community schools suddenly goes away? The U.S. Department of Education has canceled an Idaho grant that paid for staff who help connect students and families with local services, though the state may appeal the decision. Supporters warn the loss could weaken support systems for students, while officials review next steps. (Source: Idaho Education News)

    10 min
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