In a critical examination of Governor Tim Walz's policies, Dr. Kim Friesen, superintendent at Mountain Lake Christian School, sheds light on the challenges that rural Minnesota communities face, particularly in the realm of education. She argues that Governor Walz's approach, primarily
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental health support for K-8 students have become pivotal in contemporary education. Rising student mental health concerns, particularly those magnified by the COVID-19 pandemic, necessitate innovative solutions. Founded in 2016 within Penn State
Public schools across the United States are facing significant challenges in student learning recovery and attendance, as highlighted by recent survey data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) for the 2023-24 academic year. The survey, conducted between June 11 and June 25,
Donald Trump's Agenda47, presented during his 2024 presidential campaign, aims to bring transformative changes to American education, marking a clear divergence between Republican and Democratic education platforms. With the presence of Governor Tim Walz, a former teacher, on the Democratic
In a move intended to enhance protections for LGBTQ+ students and alter the mechanisms for addressing sexual harassment reports, the Biden administration introduced new Title IX regulations. However, the rollout has been anything but smooth. Numerous lawsuits and court injunctions have thrown the
The U.S. K-12 educational system, deeply rooted in an industrial-age model emphasizing standardization and compliance, struggles to meet the evolving needs of today’s students and society. This century-old framework was designed to produce a standardized workforce rather than cultivate individual t
