AI tools offer unique support to teachers of students learning English. But used unethically or unwisely, these tools could exacerbate gaps between English learners and their peers, experts say.
AI tools offer unique support to teachers of students learning English. But used unethically or unwisely, these tools could exacerbate gaps between English learners and their peers, experts say.
This fall, NY schools must follow a “bell-to-bell” phone ban — but policies vary by school. Tell us your school's plans.
The cut scores for English language arts and math will be lowered, resulting in more students labeled as proficient, while science cut scores will go up, resulting in fewer students being considered proficient.
Detroit school board member Sherry Gay-Dagnogo was one of the candidates for the state superintendent position, but she didn’t make it to the interview process.
In the Class of 2024, 40% of Philadelphia students who initially said they planned to go to college did not end up matriculating.
Officials said the spending plan for the 2025-26 school year that’s expected to be unveiled Wednesday will not include a $175 million
The Shelby County Commission approved term limits for Memphis school board members. But commissioners again delayed a vote on an election year reset amid hours of heated debate.
Three school board members could be blocked from participating in Superintendent Roger León’s contract extension decisions because of relatives employed by the district.
Most of the events are handing out a limited amount of free school supplies on a first-come, first-served basis.
They need stipends and support. Their supervisors do, too.
The bump in reading scores is good news for Mayor Eric Adams’ literacy overhaul. But the results can’t definitively show whether curriculum changes are driving the gains.
If the transit system does not get more funding by Aug. 14, officials say cutting service at the beginning of the school year is unavoidable.
A judge ruled against her request for a preliminary injunction in her ongoing lawsuit against the school board that fired her in January.
The main difference between the two programs? Money. One of the biggest barriers preventing adults who dropped out of college from going back is a lack of financial help.
Michigan lawmakers are more than a month past a deadline to adopt a state budget, creating uncertainty for school officials.
I watched my student complete a hands-on science project. It reminded me of what AI can’t do.
Advocates say the change will allow community groups to expand their youth violence prevention programs in Detroit schools.
‘The beauty of this rebuild is that it provides equity,’ said Jen Koeppe, the director of construction management and support for Aurora Public Schools.
Most contaminated water sources are kitchen and concession stand sinks. But some sources have over 10 times the legal lead limit.
Principals are receiving a 4% cost-of-living increase for this past school year under the new contract.
With President Trump calling for the return of the test, these teachers told us what should be on it and whether it’s even a good idea.
The Metropolitan Transit Authority banned alcohol advertising in 2018, amid concerns about underage drinking. Extensive research shows that alcohol ads drive consumption, particularly for young people.
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The Metropolitan Transit Authority banned alcohol advertising in 2018, amid concerns about underage drinking. Extensive research shows that alcohol ads drive consumption, particularly for young people.
New York City schools are receiving about $16 million in one-time funding to implement the statewide cellphone ban. Some schools are getting more than $100,000 for device storage solutions.
Community groups in Philly are holding free back-to-school events. Here’s a list of the giveaways happening this month.
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As schools increasingly prioritize workforce development, music education programs are emphasizing how they provide students with versatile career skills. Could funding cuts jeopardize this work?
1 in 3 counties in Indiana don’t have voucher-accepting private schools, and rural students tend to use vouchers less often.
County commissioners dropped their original plan to put all Memphis school board seats on the ballot in 2026. But opponents say delaying changes to 2030 doesn’t solve constitutional problems.
The school board will consider extending Superintendent Roger León's contract to 2030 at its Aug. 21 meeting, according to a letter sent to Essex County Superintendent Joseph Zarra.
Mary Sheffield walked away with nearly 51% of the vote in Tuesday’s primary.
When asked to generate behavior intervention plans, AI teacher assistants recommended more punitive approaches for students with Black-coded names, a new study from Common Sense Media found.
Chalkbeat spoke to budget watchdogs, municipal finance experts, district officials, school board members, the teachers union, community groups, and civic organizations about possible solutions for Chicago Public Schools’ budget crunch.
Of the 51 steps outlined in the 2023 court order, education officials have only implemented 21 of them.
Rep. G.A. Hardaway has constitutional concerns about a Shelby County Commission proposal that would cut short the terms of some school board members under a new state law.
The district settled with ex-school board member Dawn Haynes and her daughter, Chalkbeat has learned, but continues to keep details of the agreement and reasons for Haynes’ departure quiet.
The new program, which was created by a 2023 state law, combines college classes with on-the-job training.
Due to a drop in local tax revenue and a bump in English learner enrollment, Chicago Public Schools will receive an additional $76 million from the state. Earlier this year, district officials anticipated a $25 million increase from the state.
CPS will cut seven private custodial contracts, resulting in the loss of 480 full-time custodian jobs. The move is estimated to save $40 million.
Mayor Brandon Johnson, as well as CPS and Chicago Teachers Union officials, hailed the initiative’s expansion even as they acknowledged the fiscal pressures that could endanger it.
The board of canvassers members were unable to find a middle ground on language detailing in part how the amendment would impact small business owners.