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Reading to young kids improves their social skills − and a new study shows it doesn’t matter whether parents stop to ask questions
In 2024, 51% of families read aloud to their very young children, while 37% read aloud to their kids between […]
February 11, 2026
How far would you run to save a hippo?
On a tranquil morning in September, the remote Pakuba airstrip came alive as rangers from across Uganda gathered to take […]
February 11, 2026
Accreditor takes North Idaho College off probation
Dive Brief: North Idaho College’s accreditor lifted the institution’s probation after a yearslong effort to regain compliance. The Northwest Commission […]
February 11, 2026
‘We’re now seeing the results’: Education Department officials tout FAFSA progress
WASHINGTON — U.S. Department of Education officials on Tuesday touted several improved performance metrics for the latest Free Application for […]
February 11, 2026
What’s in and out in literacy instruction for 2026
Key points: The conversation around literacy instruction has reached a turning point. After decades of debate, we’re finally seeing a […]
February 11, 2026
What George Washington Can Teach Us About Grace in the Wake of Violence
This year, Americans are celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. That statement of foundational political principles and […]
February 11, 2026
Most California districts are shrinking, but Elk Grove is growing. How the new superintendent plans to lead
Elk Grove Unified Superintendent David Reilly engages with students in the classroom as he begins his leadership at Elk Grove […]
February 11, 2026
West Contra Costa scrambles to cut payroll by 10% or face insolvency
Under the West Contra Costa Unified redesign plan, elementary school students at West County Mandarin School, a public school now […]
February 11, 2026
Adelphi Student Wins AI Plagiarism Lawsuit
Orion Newby was accused of using AI to write a paper in his World Civilizations 1 class. Photo illustration by […]
February 11, 2026