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New Data Lays Bare Massive Inequalities Between Schools Within Same District
Kids who need more support to overcome barriers to academic achievement are routinely shortchanged.
Colleges Reopening Fueled 3,000 COVID Cases a Day, Researchers Say
The study almost certainly did not capture the full extent of the campus-linked surge.
Several Schools in Pennsylvania and Ohio Find Harmful Bacteria in Water Systems
Bacteria and harmful metals have accumulated in the unused water in building pipes during the pandemic lockdown.
Remote Learning Makes Punishment Easier Than Connection
School structures are more conducive to punitive discipline than meaningful teacher-student relationships.
“Defund Police” Doesn’t Mean Hire Private Guns — But Cities Are Doing Just That
Cities are increasingly relying on private security amid national uprisings over racist police-perpetrated violence.
Schools Are Preparing for a Mental Health Crisis Amid COVID
More students are experiencing anxiety and depression, forcing schools to prioritize mental health needs over academics.
Watered-Down “Anti-Racism Training” in Schools Is Perpetuating Racism
The Anti-Defamation League’s emphasis on “hate” ignores the structural and institutional roots of racist violence.
Trump Dropped Into Iowa — and Didn’t Even Try to Understand the Devastation
The climate crisis is hitting the heartland hard -- but Republicans just want to force kids into COVID schools.
Children Will Bear the Brunt of a Looming Eviction Crisis
Eviction numbers in many big cities are staggering, and school districts struggle to serve kids constantly on the move.
Are Outdoor Classrooms a Solution to the Disaster of School Reopenings?
While not a long-term solution for safe and equitable schooling, outdoor classrooms can be a safer interim solution.