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Opinion: Career And Technical Ed Is Booming. Now Comes The Hard Part

Opinion: Career And Technical Ed Is Booming. Now Comes The Hard Part

CTE enrollment reached 8.6 million in 2023-24, but research raises questions about program design, employer ties and student outcomes.
13 Best Halloween Treat Bags for Kids in 2027

13 Best Halloween Treat Bags for Kids in 2027

Compare 13 Halloween treat bags for kids, from bulk cellophane bags to handled and prefilled options, with advice for parties and trick-or-treating.
Could Audio Stories Be The Secret To Boosting Your Child's Early Learning? New Research Says Yes

Could Audio Stories Be The Secret To Boosting Your Child’s Early Learning? New Research Says Yes

A UK survey of 3,194 parents found many under-fives listen to audio stories, which parents say can support language, imagination and screen-free time.
Would You Pay A ‘College Mom’ To Look After Your Kid?

Would You Pay A ‘College Mom’ To Look After Your Kid?

The 74’s report raises the idea of hiring a college student as a ‘college mom,’ but the supplied material does not provide details about a service or its costs.
Is My Green Mattress’s Pure Eco Organic Kids Mattress Right For Your Child?

Is My Green Mattress’s Pure Eco Organic Kids Mattress Right For Your Child?

A parent’s three-month review of My Green Mattress’s Pure Eco Organic Kids Mattress covers its materials, firmness, bunk-bed fit and open questions.
Family Outdoor Play Gear Checklist 2026

Family Outdoor Play Gear Checklist 2026

This checklist is for families choosing outdoor play gear for active kids…
School Test Scores Up, But Progress Slows In California K-12 Classes

School Test Scores Up, But Progress Slows In California K-12 Classes

California test scores improved slightly last year, but progress slowed. Enrollment fell, while graduation and college-readiness figures showed gains.
14 Best Halloween Decorations for Families in 2027

14 Best Halloween Decorations for Families in 2027

Compare family-friendly Halloween decorations, from light-up yard ghosts to reusable window clings and party sets, and find the right fit for your home.
Opinion: Racial Disparities In School Discipline Still Exist. Illinois Is An Example

Opinion: Racial Disparities In School Discipline Still Exist. Illinois Is An Example

An opinion article cites Illinois school data showing students of color face disproportionate suspensions and expulsions amid new federal guidance.
Daycare Strikes Almost Never Happen. Here’s What Drove These Workers Over The Edge.

Daycare Strikes Almost Never Happen. Here’s What Drove These Workers Over The Edge.

Five teachers at Richmond’s Sprout School struck over staffing and classroom conditions, according to workers and parents. The dispute has also affected families.