NPR's Juana Summers talks with John King about recent changes at the U.S. Department of Education under Trump.
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Districts face school closures due to low enrollment, impacting funding. We explore the causes of this trend.
College tuition has surged over 30 years, doubling after inflation. Factors include state funding cuts and rising costs.
The Trump administration plans to dismantle parts of the Department of Education, reallocating its key work.
The Trump administration announced a plan to outsource parts of the Education Department, bypassing Congress.
Alaska's education department has transferred ownership of 54 buildings to rural districts since 2003, raising concerns.
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses with three community college presidents the impact of Trump's policies on education.
The new Texas A&M policy requires presidential approval for courses on race and gender, sparking free speech concerns.
Harvard Raises Alarm on Grade Inflation
Harvard officials highlight grade inflation with over 60% of grades as A's, a 25% rise from 20 years ago.
A Pittsburgh school opens a food pantry for students affected by SNAP benefit cuts, easing stress on families.