Washington, D.C. – Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) has introduced legislation to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, marking a significant move in the ongoing debate over federal involvement in education policy. Filed on November 21, 2024, S.5384 proposes eliminating the Department of Education and redistributing its functions to state and local governments, as well as […]
Current Events in Education
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Texas State Board of Education Looks to Adopt Controversial Curriculum Emphasizing Biblical Teachings
On Nov. 22, 2024, the State Board of Education (SBOE) voted 8-7 to adopt Bluebonnet Learning, the state’s controversial, Bible-infused elementary school reading curriculum. This came from a preliminary vote earlier in the week that indicated support for Bluebonnet Learning. This state-authored elementary school curriculum has drawn scrutiny for its prominent inclusion of biblical teachings. […]
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Trump Taps Linda McMahon, Co-Founder of WWE as Education Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly selected Linda McMahon as the next U.S. Secretary of Education, a move that could significantly shift the nation’s education policy. During his campaign, Trump has signaled plans to eliminate the Department of Education entirely, making McMahon potentially its last leader. “For the past four years, as the Chair of the […]
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Seminole County Teacher Placed on Leave After Controversial Classroom Comments on Election Results
A Seminole County high school teacher has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation after making politically charged comments in class following the recent election results. The teacher, who works at Lake Brantley High School, reportedly warned her students, “If you are not white, you are going to be in trouble over the next […]
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The Day America’s Educational System Dies
…With only days left until Americans determine the next leader of the free world, it is incumbent upon educators to have serious talks with the people in their communities to ensure they understand the importance of the Department of Education and what the country stands to lose in its absence. As we continue to hear […]
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California joins growing movement by states to protect children from Social Media Addiction with New Law
California made a significant move to protect children from the harms of social media with Governor Gavin Newsom’s approval of a bill aimed at limiting “addictive feeds” for minors. On Friday, Newsom signed Senate Bill 976, known as the Protecting Our Kids From Social Media Addiction Act, introduced by Sen. Nancy Skinner (D-Berkeley). Supported by […]
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Why This Teacher Supports Tim Walz as Harris’ VP Pick
Vice President Harris’ choice as Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for a running mate is not even two hours old, and I am celebrating. Why? As a social studies educator, I hope a Democratic victory in November will bring a former teacher’s voice into the Oval Office. It’s my hope that Walz’s influence on education policy […]
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Harris Taps former teacher and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as Running Mate
Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Gov. and former teacher, Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming November election against Donald Trump, according to two sources familiar with the decision. Walz, 60, emerged as a choice for the No. 2 slot on the Democratic ticket after weeks of speculation centered on other […]