But even though public school kids are eligible, some skeptics argue donations will ‘skew heavily’ toward wealthier communities.

Tulsa is one of several cities trying to combat the chronic absenteeism and poor grades of students facing eviction.

Tulsa is one of several cities trying to combat the chronic absenteeism and poor grades of students facing eviction.

Tulsa is one of several cities trying to combat the chronic absenteeism and poor grades of students facing eviction.

Pennsylvania families say their district’s new policy violates their civil rights, but experts don’t expect similar lawsuits.

Varsity Tutors for Schools saw a steep decline in business as pandemic aid ran out and districts demanded more proof of learning gains for students.

Research shows lower math scores among students attending schools nearby.

A review by The 74 of FOIA logs shows the department has fulfilled 3% of them — some only in part.

A review by The 74 of FOIA logs shows the department has fulfilled 3% of them — some only in part.

During his tenure, the district has seen historic academic gains, but ‘there are still so many gaps,’ one advocate said.

Considered by some to be disloyal to President Donald Trump, the Louisiana Republican faces a tough primary.

Nearly nine in 10 homeschooling parents tap some additional type of support; over 40% said they use online resources, and 10% use a tutor.

The secretary defended proposed budget reductions, saying a new $2 billion block grant program would ‘unleash’ opportunity for kids.

Some argue that the debate over parental notification requires a ‘full briefing’ by the justices.

In 2024, nearly 2,000 apartments opened in former schools. Some see the conversions as a cure for neighborhood blight. Others fear gentrification.

The legislation would prevent states from allowing what one member called ‘discredited approaches.’

In reading, some states continue to see declines, while a handful have surpassed pre-COVID performance.

While states like Alabama have made strides, experts call on the Education Department to use its ‘powerful megaphone’ to make attendance a priority.

The situation, along with similar schools in Colorado and Tennessee, could trigger a review by the U.S. Supreme Court.

The district has taken a ‘top-down’ approach to teaching reading. Advocates hope leaders ‘stay the course.’

A decision in the case could affect the 27 states that currently prohibit trans girls from competing on teams consistent with their gender identity.

In over 2,100 comments, experts and advocates spar over details, including the eligibility of microschools.

The dismantling of the Ed Dept., why kids aren’t reading, teacher pay. The 74 takes a look back at some of our biggest education stories of 2025.

Filmmaker Rob Reiner devoted his influence to reshaping early childhood education policy in California.

This year, the Rio Grande ran dry in Albuquerque. The conservation techniques students are learning will be key to the region’s survival.

One advocate said 'it will be difficult to put Humpty Dumpty back together again,' but another dismissed the move as a 'nothing burger.'

Reviewing block grant requests and writing guidance on school prayer were among the activities interrupted when most staffers were furloughed.

As housing prices spike, more districts are building teacher homes to attract young, lower-paid school staffers and help keep those they already have.

The judge said it’s ‘far from normal’ for an administration to fire staff ‘as a way to punish the opposing political party.’

The next decade, one expert said, should consider the role of AI in curriculum and making materials more useful.

Though his love for Trump wasn’t always returned, the outgoing chief foreshadowed the use of education as an arena for relentless culture war.

‘This fight is going national,’ he said of his departure, which one critic called ‘a positive move for Oklahoma.’

At a time of rapid technological change, 8th graders are less likely to say they “definitely can do” many science-related activities.

As many as 250 Office for Civil Rights staff members could return throughout the fall, even as the administration continues legal battle to fire them.

As many as 250 Office for Civil Rights staff members could return throughout the fall, even as the administration continues legal battle to fire them.

Latest PDK Poll also reflects rising embrace of private school choice, support for DEI and a backlash against artificial intelligence.

Latest PDK Poll also reflects rising embrace of private school choice, support for DEI and a backlash against artificial intelligence.

Officials have asked the court to throw out the order. Meanwhile, students have been left ‘without recourse for discrimination,’ attorneys say.

Districts in Texas are taking a selective approach toward Bluebonnet Learning — the state-developed materials that feature the Bible and Christianity.

Some viewed the former Tennessee education commissioner as a bipartisan pick for the post, but past controversies followed her.

Advocates say they want to make sure it doesn’t happen again.