Florida’s Top Spot in Education: A Victory Lap or a Reality Check?

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Ranked #1 in education, that’s no small feat. Florida just snagged the top spot in the country, according to a ...
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End DEI portal: My opinion

A classroom with students from diverse ethnic backgrounds sitting on chairs.
The latest chapter in the never-ending saga of education policy in America, this time, it’s the U.S. Department of Education ...
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NASA’s Asteroid 2024 YR4 warning: A teachable moment for kids about space and science (exciting ideas included)

Asteroids traveling towards earth.
The latest update from NASA has sparked discussions around the increasing odds of a massive asteroid 2024 YR4 striking Earth. ...
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Grok 3: How Elon Musk’s AI could shape the future of learning

Elon Musk talking to the audience, X's Grok in the background.
AI is moving at lightning speed, and the latest buzz? Grok-3, Elon Musk’s newest AI from xAI is making waves ...
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Surviving the cold: How families can stay safe and keep kids engaged during school closings

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Oklahoma City and much of the U.S. is bracing for an extended period of freezing temperatures, forcing schools to close ...
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What the 2024 NAEP rankings say about education in America

Color coded data map of NAEP 2024 rankings across the USA.
Every year, the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) releases rankings based on student performance in 4th- and 8th-grade math ...
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Why Do Places Get Renamed? What Kids Can Learn from the Fort Bragg Story

A sign near the front gate of Fort Bragg, North Carolina.
The names of places tell stories. Whether it’s a school, a park, or even a military base, a name can ...
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Loudoun County’s DEIA Funding: What It Means for Schools and Students

School teachers in a serious discussion over an issue.
Last week, the Loudoun County School Board made a decision that’s stirring conversations across education circles. The board voted to ...
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Santorini’s Earthquakes: Why U.S. Schools Should Teach Seismic Safety

Earthquake demolished buildings.
Last week, Santorini, the famous Greek island known for its whitewashed houses and breathtaking sunsets, made headlines for a different ...
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How to maximize your education expense deduction in 2025: Tax season tips for teachers (calculator included)

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As teachers, we dedicate our time and resources to shaping young minds, often reaching into our own pockets to buy ...
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