President Donald Trump has appointed Denise Carter to lead the Department of Education on an interim basis while the Senate considers his nominee, Linda McMahon, for the position of Secretary of Education. This move, policy experts say, is a typical step during the early days of a new administration. Carter, the former acting COO of […]
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Federal immigration authorities can raid churches and schools to arrest immigrants under new policy
Starting Tuesday, federal immigration authorities are permitted to target schools and churches in ICE raids. This follows President Donald Trump’s decision to revoke a directive that previously barred arrests in “sensitive” areas, as authorities seek to locate individuals residing in the United States without legal status. “This action empowers the brave men and women in […]
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President-elect Trump appoints Penny Schwinn as United States Deputy Secretary of Education
President-elect Trump appointed Penny Schwinn as the next United States Deputy Secretary of Education. Schwinn previously served as the Tennessee Department of Education Commissioner and vice President for PK-12 and pre-bachelor programs at the University of Florida and the Texas Education Agency. On late Friday, Trump announced the pick on Truth Social but initially misspelled […]
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What Teachers Can Learn from Trevor Noah’s Wisdom
I recently listened to an episode of Jay Shetty’s On Purpose podcast, the world’s top Health and Wellness podcast. This episode featured an interview with Trevor Noah. I learned so much from this conversation and quickly realized that so much of what was said was directly relevant to the current state of education. Like many […]
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House Passes Social Security Fairness Act to Address WEP and GPO Reductions
Today in the Oval Office, President Biden Sunday signed the Social Security Fairness Act, repealing two statutes that have reduced payouts to public sector workers, including teachers, for decades. “The bill I’m signing today is about a simple proposition,” Biden said before signing the Social Security Fairness Act. “Americans who have worked hard all their […]
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President Jimmy Carter dies at 100 Years Old
Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the United States, passed away at the age of 100 on Sunday. He spent his final moments at home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. Carter’s life was defined by his deep commitment to peace, diplomacy, and service, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire. American Presidency Project […]
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New Jersey Governor signs law banning book bans; cites intellectual freedom
PRINCETON, N.J. — New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed the Freedom to Read Act into law on Monday, reinforcing New Jersey’s stance against book bans and ensuring access to diverse and age-appropriate materials in schools and public libraries. The bill signing at Princeton Public Library brought together advocates, educators, and legislative sponsors committed to protecting intellectual […]
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MIT Expands Financial Aid, Waives Tuition for Families Earning Under $200,000 Starting Fall 2025
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) announced a landmark expansion of its financial aid program, starting in the fall of 2025, eliminating tuition for students from families earning less than $200,000 annually. Families earning under $100,000 will receive even more support: tuition, housing, dining, and other fees will be fully covered, and students will receive […]