Education

A recent study by The Thomas Fordham Institute reveals a significant decline in Black representation on school boards, with their share halving since 2001, while white representation remains steady. This disparity raises concerns about the adequacy of representation for Black students and families in educational governance.

A recent report by the Civil Rights Project at UCLA reveals a troubling trend in California's public education system: nearly 50% of the state's K-12 schools are now intensely segregated, with over 90% students of color. This segregation contributes to significant disparities in educational outcomes, health, and economic prospects for affected students.

In her latest work, "Inherited Inequality," Harvard sociologist Dr. Christina J. Cross critically examines the long-held belief that two-parent households are essential for success and racial advancement among African Americans. Cross argues that this narrative overlooks the significant structural barriers that perpetuate racial disparities.

Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts was arrested by immigration agents on Friday for alleged illegal residency and existing weapon possession charges, sparking community protests advocating for his release.

Huston-Tillotson University in Austin, Texas, will receive a historic $150 million donation from The Moody Foundation, marking the largest single gift ever bestowed upon a historically Black college or university. The funds, allocated for scholarships, housing, and campus infrastructure, will be distributed over the next decade, underscoring the foundation's commitment to educational advancement and equity.

The Trump administration has declared its plan to appeal a judicial decision that reinstates more than $2 billion in federal research funding for Harvard University, indicating its persistent endeavor to scrutinize elite higher education and the allocation of federal resources.

The Trump administration has introduced a proposed rule aimed at restricting the duration foreign students can remain in the United States, establishing a fixed admission period for foreign students and exchange visitors not exceeding four years.

Artificial intelligence tools are gaining traction in educational settings, enhancing lesson engagement and information accessibility. However, experts caution against potential drawbacks, including facilitating academic dishonesty, exacerbating educational disparities, and negatively impacting student mental health.

At least 2.2 million student loan borrowers have experienced a significant decline in their credit scores since loan servicers resumed reporting to credit bureaus, exacerbating their financial challenges and increasing vulnerability to predatory lending practices.

The Trump administration's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education and redirect funds to private schools pose significant threats to public education and the foundational values of liberty, equality, fairness, and the common good.