President Biden Has a Plan to Reduce School Absenteeism
We need to start by setting clear expectations. Schools and communities cannot normalize absences that aren't essential.
New York map reveals areas with most high school dropouts
A Newsweek analysis of U.S. Census data determined which counties in New York have the highest percentage of high school dropouts.
Psychologists debunk 'harmful' policies still used in US schools
In a new book called Investigating School Psychology, researchers examine unscientific school psychology practices that pose a risk to young people.
Confederate general's descendant rebukes decision to honor his ancestor
The Shenandoah County School Board in Virginia restored the Confederate general names of two schools on Friday.
How the School Choice Movement Finally Began Winning
Not a single state had universal school choice prior to 2021. In the past three years, 11 states have enacted it.
Florida map reveals areas with most high school dropouts
A Newsweek analysis of U.S. Census data determined which Florida counties have the highest percentage of high school dropouts.
Florida teacher salaries fall to nearly the lowest in the US
The average teacher salary in the state was far below the national average and is even below Florida's minimum living wage of $58,970.
Texas map reveals areas with most high school dropouts
A Newsweek analysis of U.S. Census data determined which counties in Texas have the highest percentage of high school dropouts.
Texas wants to block Biden from changing gender rules
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said Monday that the state "will not allow Joe Biden to rewrite Title IX at whim."
Four-day school week divides parents
An Indiana school district announced that an elementary school will switch to a four-day week starting in the 2024-25 academic year.
California map reveals areas with most high school dropouts
A Newsweek analysis of U.S. Census data determined which counties in the nation's most populous state have the highest percentage of high school dropouts.
Protesters disrupt Tennessee Capitol after guns for teachers bill passes
Teachers, students and parents denounced the passage of a Tennessee bill that would allow teachers to carry concealed handguns.
Schools are killing my son's autism support under the veil of equity
Until these autism programs produce the likes of Elon Musk or Greta Thunberg en masse, they remain vulnerable targets.
Gavin Newsom has a California parent problem
Just under half of Californians think the quality of education in the state's K through 12 public schools has gotten worse.
New York school buses not picking up migrant children angers council member
Mayor Eric Adams' 60-day migrant eviction policy is having a negative effect on public school students in New York, critics say.
Solar eclipse school closures backed by Americans
Thousands of schools across the U.S. are closed for Monday's eclipse, with a Newsweek poll suggesting that a slim majority of Americans support the decision.
Mass layoffs hit schools in multiple states
"This will be a huge impact on our community," a school superintendent said of the prospect of Rhode Island school staff losing their jobs.
American children are struggling academically
Students have gained back some ground since pandemic school closures, but experts say some may never catch up.
School Choice Is Key to Ensuring Parents' Rights
Our children's education is too important an issue for us to sit on the sidelines. The time has come to demand equal access to quality education for every American child.
Migrants hiding at school sparks fears for students
Illegal immigrants have blended in at middle schools in New Mexico twice in the past week, sparking warnings from federal agents.
Solar eclipse sparks college closures
Institutions wary of eclipse-related dangers, such distracted drivers and gridlocked traffic, have opted to close for the day.
LGBTQ+ history coming to US schools
Under a new law, schools in Washington state will be required to teach students about the history and contributions of LGBTQ+ people.
Loudoun County school board: Everything to know as Donald Trump weighs in
Members of the school board in Virginia expressed interest in limiting public comment sessions during meetings.
Texas officials warn schools to close ahead of solar eclipse
Next month's total solar eclipse will attract thousands of viewers to one Texas county.
Greg Abbott gets scathing rebuke from largest Texas newspaper: "Disturbing"
The Houston Chronicle rebuked the governor's school voucher program on Sunday following Super Tuesday's results.
Video shows teens beating up student in bathroom in "targeted" attack
A video circulating online shows a teen from Illinois being beaten up, raising concern from parents.
Pastor who defended rapists got millions to run private school
A school founded by the Reverend Bobby Leonard has received more than $3.5 million in public funding.
Californians are struggling to graduate from high school
California has the lowest number of high school diploma holders in the country, according to research.
Texas newspaper turns on Greg Abbott: "Spewing lies"
A Texas newspaper in existence since 1899 says it regrets endorsing Gov. Greg Abbott due to his recent efforts to campaign on school vouchers.
More US schools moving to four-day week
The move to truncate schedules comes as states across the country grapple with teacher shortages.