Why there's a shortage of staff to work with special education students Staff who work with special education students are sometimes injured by students. That can make it harder to fill staff vacancies, at a time when there's already a nationwide shortage. Camille Phillips
Kentucky voters rejected proposals to allow tax dollars to go to private schools Many states have school voucher programs allowing tax money to be used for private schools. Supporters of "school choice" put proposals on the ballot in three states this month. Voters defeated them. Sylvia Goodman
With a record number of international students in the U.S., Trump brings uncertainty Some schools and international students in the U.S. worry about what's to come in the incoming Trump administration. Meanwhile, a new report finds more international students in the U.S. than ever. Juliana Kim
Seattle Public Schools drops contentious closure plan following months of waffling amid backlash Seattle Public Schools’ plan to shutter four schools next fall is dead — at least for now. Sami West
University of Texas, MIT and others announce free tuition for some undergraduates Nearly half a dozen institutions of higher education announced plans this week to make tuition free for undergraduates whose families make below a certain income threshold, starting in fall 2025. Rachel Treisman
This year's FAFSA is officially open. Early review says it's 'a piece of cake' The FAFSA form is now open to students hoping to get help paying for college in the 2025-26 academic year. Students can expect a much smoother process compared to the last cycle. Jonaki Mehta
Seattle may not close elementary schools, after all In a stunning reversal, Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Brent Jones said Tuesday he may not recommend closing schools, after all. Sami West
For students who can't afford lunch, some Kansas schools keep lunch debts The federal government pays for free lunches for poor students in public schools. But for families who don't qualify, paying for lunch can be a struggle.
What's likely to happen regarding Trump's promise to close Department of Education President-elect Trump has said he wants to shutter the U.S. Education Department. Here's what it could look like if he succeeds. Cory Turner
