Opinion: What A Mom Of Six Wants Schools To Understand About Attendance

A mother of six argues that schools can set attendance expectations while working with families to address barriers such as long commutes and childcare.

Despite Rise Of AI, More Skilled Trades Training Needed, Industry Leaders Say

A coalition led by Ford says training programs meet only 55% of U.S. skilled-trades workforce needs, even as AI and automation reshape jobs.

Maisy Mouse Moseys Into A New Interactive Board Book Series

Candlewick Press plans three interactive Maisy: Hello Colors board books, with Red and Yellow due Jan. 12 and Green on May 11.

Opinion: Trust In Education Has Fallen. It’s Time To Bring Back Strong Accountability

A former Florida governor argues that high school grades mask weak student results as national confidence in K-12 schools reaches a survey low.

Fred Rogers’ Media Collaborations Extend Preschool Offerings

A five-year Nine PBS grant and a seven-year 9 Story Brands renewal add literacy media and licensing plans for Fred Rogers Productions.

Here’s What It Takes To Feed LAUSD Students Each Day

LAUSD has served 13.3 million school meals since classes began, while daily meals served have fallen 7% amid lower enrollment and participation.

Opinion: Why Schools Need A Phonics-Style Reckoning For Math

An opinion essay argues that schools should pair math inquiry with explicit instruction and practice, but the supplied source excerpt lacks its ending and full evidence.

Opinion: Missouri’s A-F School Grades Are About Empowering Families, Not Shaming Schools

BLAQUE Kansas City backs Missouri’s planned A-F school ratings as a way to help families understand performance and press for improvement.

For Kids With Challenges, These Missouri Schools Are Bright Spots For Reading

A report identifies Missouri schools with stronger reading results for low-income students, English learners and students with disabilities.

At This Indianapolis Middle School, Student Mediators Help Drive Down Suspensions

At H.L. Harshman Middle School, a student peer mediation program has coincided with out-of-school suspensions falling from 26% to 8% since 2023.