Trump order aims to deny student loan relief to some borrowers
President Donald Trump is ordering changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that would disqualify workers of nonprofit groups deemed to have engaged in “improper" activities.
President Trump expresses interest in dismantling the Department of Education
President Donald Trump's interest in dismantling the Department of Education could come sooner rather than later. What does this mean?
Bronx girls’ Catholic School to close after 80 years: 'This is silencing young women'
Students and parents are reeling after Preston High School, a beloved all-girls Catholic school in the Throggs Neck section of the Bronx, announced it will be closing in June after nearly 80 years.
State education agencies face federal funding cuts over DEI policies: Details
State education agencies are at risk of losing federal funding if DEI programs and policies aren't removed from their schools.
Live updates: Trump hosts India's PM after increasing US tariffs
President Trump signed another executive order increasing U.S. tariffs before hosting India's prime minister at the White House.
MSHSL's transgender athlete policy under investigation by US Department of Education
The United States Department of Education announced an investigation into the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) after the state organization previously said it will allow students to participate in sports consistent with their gender identity.
How far COVID set students back: State-by-state report card
New data offers a look at how students nationwide are performing academically following the pandemic. Here's what the report found.
NYC schools could lose $2B if federal Department of Education is abolished
New York City schools could lose $2 billion if the federal Department of Education is abolished, NYC Schools Chancellor Melissa Avilés-Ramos warned.
Here's how FAFSA could be affected as Trump vows to dismantle Dept. of Ed
Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.
Here's what the Department of Education does, has done
When asked why he would put Linda McMahon in charge of the education department only to get rid of it, Trump said, "I want her to put herself out of a job."
College applications in 2025: Why it’s harder than ever to get accepted
If you've ever had a kid apply for college or done so yourself, then you know it can be stressful. Here's why 2025 is going to bring more challenges:
Study: Teens spend 90 minutes on phones during school day, raising concerns
A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that adolescents spend an average of 90 minutes on their smartphones during school hours.
Nation’s Report Card reveals reading scores continue to decline: ‘A heartbreaking reality’
In 2024, the percentage of eighth-graders reading below the basic level was the largest in the assessment’s history, and the percentage of fourth-graders who scored below basic was the largest in 20 years.
Trump signs executive order aiming to cut federal funding for ‘woke’ schools
President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at cutting federal funding for schools that promote what he calls "radical, anti-American ideologies."
All-gender bathroom at Denver high school under federal investigation
The U.S. Department of Education is investigating a high school in Denver after the school district reportedly allowed an all-gender restroom in the school.
Live updates: Federal funding freeze; 1st White House press briefing; buyouts
The latest on President Trump's attempt to pause federal loans and grants as his administration reviews spending, plus other latest details from the administration on Tuesday.
Is FAFSA paused? What we know about federal loan freeze
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
Is FAFSA paused? What we know about federal loan freeze
The federal funding freeze, issued by President Donald Trump, is scheduled to take effect Tuesday.
Fort Worth ISD substitute teacher urges ICE to remove students from high school
Fort Worth ISD is looking into a teacher's social media post urging Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to go to North Side High School to remove students believed to be in the U.S. illegally.
New York State considers school cellphone ban
"As a result of these conversations, I am announcing today a proposal that will transform our classrooms," New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said.