When pirated video clips spark a love for live theatre
Disguised as DIY slime videos, pirated Broadway clips stir debate: Do they hurt theatre sales or inspire future ticket buyers?
Schools counter AI overuse with handwritten essays
A Queens high school moves summer writing assignments into the classroom; teachers nationwide rethink the impact of technology on academic integrity.
States weigh opt-in to federal private school tax credits
The first federal school voucher initiative arrives, giving taxpayers credit for donating to scholarship groups supporting private education nationwide.
Teachers in Ohio, Fla. accused of sexual misconduct
Arrests highlight ongoing concerns over teacher-student boundaries and laws protecting minors from abuse of authority.
Guadalupe R. flood unites Texans in grief and service
In the wake of the Guadalupe R. and Camp Mystic's devastating flood, a Texas community mourns a young leader and unites to rebuild & serve.
Texas bans cellphone use during the school day
A new law prohibits the use of smartphones in schools. One student discusses the rule, and we observe a broader conversation worldwide.
Artificial intelligence news for July
AI reshapes education: new study modes, cheating concerns, billions invested, teacher pushback, nonprofits seeking equitable tech solutions.
NEA stops bid to cut ties with Anti-Defamation League
Delegates from the nation's largest teachers union voted to sever ties; the Executive Committee rejected the proposal.
New brief pushes for fairer school dress codes
Advocacy groups are urging schools to adopt fair, bias-free dress codes, protecting students’ rights and reducing unequal discipline practices.
Non-degree pathways gain appeal for teens
States and schools expand non-degree training options as more teens seek hands-on skills and affordable paths to in-demand careers.