The article "Departmental Spotlight: Office of Career Planning" delves into the critical role that Meredith College's Office of Career Planning (OCP) plays in supporting students' and alumnae's career preparation and goal-setting processes. The piece features an interview with Dana Sumner, Director
Over the past two decades, school choice policies in Indiana have significantly influenced the state's educational landscape. These policies empower families by allowing public education funds to follow students to various schooling options, including public, private, charter, and home schools.
Public education in the United States has long been heralded as a cornerstone of democracy. The idea that a well-educated populace is essential for a functioning democratic society is deeply ingrained in American values. However, the current state of public education is fraught with challenges and
Teacher retention in K-12 schools has become a significant concern in recent years, prompting stakeholders to seek effective solutions to keep educators in the profession. One critical approach is to examine and improve the pay and benefits offered to teachers. According to a nationally
Illinois has experienced several years of increased public school funding, thanks to steady revenue growth and the implementation of a new funding formula in 2018. However, experts warn that maintaining or increasing current funding levels may be difficult due to flat revenue growth predictions and
Illinois is grappling with significant budgetary pressures that threaten the future of K-12 public school funding. Despite recent increases in state funding, driven by consistent revenue growth and the implementation of the Evidence-Based Funding (EBF) model, the state now faces flat revenue growth
As companies prepare for the future, the landscape of employee healthcare is evolving rapidly. The Business Group on Health's article “Health Trends to Watch in 2025” provides a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and innovations shaping employee health and well-being programs. Ellen Kelsay,
The 18th Judicial District Court has launched an ambitious initiative to expand early childhood education in three rural Louisiana parishes: Iberville, West Baton Rouge, and Pointe Coupee, aiming to provide better educational opportunities for young children. This effort could have far-reaching
The K-12 education technology market is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the integration of digital tools and platforms that enhance learning and teaching experiences. Major tech giants such as Microsoft, Google, and Apple are at the forefront of this evolution, contributing
The COVID-19 pandemic has left an indelible mark on the education system, with students facing significant academic setbacks. As schools transition back to in-person learning, the need for effective interventions to address these challenges has become paramount. High-dose tutoring has emerged as a
