Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick has called for the president of the St. Louis Board of Education to testify regarding the dismissal of former Superintendent Millicent Borishade. This situation brings into focus a critical issue: the consistent application of accountability in public systems. The Core Question of Accountability The demand for answers in St. Louis […]
College rankings hold significant importance for institutions that lack prestige and financial resources. These rankings offer the visibility that such schools might otherwise miss. Published annually, the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings evaluate schools using various criteria. Graduation rates and reputation are among the factors considered in these rankings. Colleges and universities in the United […]
The U.S. Department of Education has officially pulled back the Biden administration’s 2024 Title IX rule. Education Secretary Linda McMahon made this announcement in an interview with OutKick. McMahon mentioned that the move strengthens the administration’s view that girls’ and women’s sports should be reserved for female athletes. “We are acknowledging that boys and men […]
New York state prosecutors are revisiting a rape investigation at Cornell University. This follows a civil lawsuit filed by a woman alleging she was a victim of a gang rape at the university’s Chi Phi fraternity house in 2024. On September 28, 2026, the Tompkins County District Attorney, Matthew Van Houten, confirmed efforts to pursue […]
Understanding the Costs of College Paying for higher education has become a significant challenge for many families. Some universities’ tuition fees exceed the annual income of the average American. This has led to increased caution regarding student loans, as families seek to avoid substantial debt burdens. Student Loans and Limitations Student loans were once a […]
On September 27, 2026, Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation aiming to direct more state funds toward hiring arts teachers in local schools. This move is part of a broader initiative coalesced around Assembly Bill 2440. However, the new law cannot resolve an ongoing lawsuit accusing the Los Angeles school district of allegedly misappropriating up to […]
Felicita Piñón entered the world weighing only 1 pound. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy, she relies on a power wheelchair and faces learning and emotional hurdles. Despite these challenges, Felicita thrives as an active eighth grader. In 2025, she made a bold move by testifying against a school voucher bill at the Texas Capitol. In 2024, […]
In the highlands of Lesotho, shepherds attend a night school near Mokhotlong. For many of them, these classes are the sole source of education. As the sun sets behind the peaks of central Lesotho, Kabelo Mohai and Lepeli Maapesa begin their long trek to school. Wrapped in wool blankets to shield them from the chill, […]
The recent actions by Missouri State Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick have sparked a debate about accountability in the education sector. Fitzpatrick requested that the president of the St. Louis Board of Education provide testimony regarding the termination of former Superintendent Millicent Borishade. This situation prompts an important inquiry. Is accountability genuinely upheld, or is it being […]
Wai Wah Chin, writing for City Journal published by the Manhattan Institute, has expressed concerns regarding a new proposal aimed at removing the admissions test for New York City’s specialized high schools. This proposal, known as the Excellence and Integration Plan, was introduced by New York City Councilmember Lincoln Restler, along with Deputy Speaker Nantasha […]