Recess was once a favorite part of the school day. Now, it has become a topic of debate. As of July 14, 2026, a recent decision by Oklahoma legislators has made substantial changes to recess requirements for elementary schools. This has sparked discussions and raised concerns among educators, parents, and businesses. The new law mandates […]
The recent legislation in Oklahoma mandating an increase in recess time for elementary students is raising questions about its effectiveness and impact. The law requires schools to double the recess period from 20 to 40 minutes daily. This decision is generating significant debate among lawmakers, educators, and families. Critics argue that the policy seems more […]
The Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) has endorsed 15 candidates for the city’s Board of Education’s 21 seats. This list includes a blend of mayoral picks and new political faces for the upcoming November election. However, for six races, including four uncontested, CTU found no candidates aligned with its values. This shortened endorsement list may complicate […]
Brown University economics professor Roberto Serrano recently criticized his university for its sluggish response to an AI cheating scandal affecting his class. In an opinion piece for The Free Press, he explained his decision to move an in-class midterm and final exam to an online format following a fatal shooting on campus in December. This […]
House Republicans have introduced a bill that aims to transfer millions of federal student loan accounts from the Department of Education to the Treasury Department. This legislative move seeks to formalize the previous administration’s efforts to reduce the Education Department’s role in handling student debt. Reason for the Proposal The proposal is part of a […]
The South Dakota Board of Education Standards has approved three films for use in public schools. These films comply with the requirements of House Bill 1313, which mandates that students receive education on prenatal development through ‘age-appropriate and research-based’ videos. Among the approved films is one produced by an anti-abortion organization, sparking debate over the […]
Published by the Manhattan Institute, City Journal focuses on urban policy. The debate over gifted education is not new, but recent discussions have taken unusual turns. In New York, writer Katie Arnold-Ratliff questioned the very existence of student giftedness. She suggested that gifted programs are ineffective, referencing a study where only 12.3 percent of gifted […]
Published by the Manhattan Institute, City Journal specializes in urban policy issues. Historically, gifted education has faced criticism. These criticisms have intensified in recent years, often appearing quite extreme. For instance, Katie Arnold-Ratliff, a writer from New York, recently questioned the validity of student giftedness. She argued that gifted programs might be ineffective, citing a […]
Federal student loan policies are experiencing transformations with significant consequences for both current and future graduate students. Recently, a federal judge placed a temporary block on some new loan limits imposed by the Department of Education. These changes affect various professional degrees. In a discussion with Danielle Douglas-Gabriel of The Washington Post, William Brangham explored […]
The Education Department has increased the number of graduate degree programs eligible for higher student loan limits. The list of qualifying programs has grown from 11 to 29. This change follows a temporary block by a federal court on the department’s definition of a ‘professional’ degree. This expansion means more students pursuing advanced degrees can […]