Letter to the Editor
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Early Childhood
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Why Head Start Remains a Smart Investment for America
Full funding of Head Start is about strengthening our nation’s social and economic fabric, says this letter to the editor.
Artificial Intelligence
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Rethinking Tech Frameworks for the Age of AI
Teachers deserve tools that reflect the complexity of today’s classrooms, writes an instructional coach.
Federal
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We Need More Options, Not Bureaucracy, For a Better Educated Public
More federal involvement won’t fix what ails education, says this policy analyst.
Mathematics
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Math Mastery Starts With a Deep Understanding of Key Concepts
Students must have conceptual understanding to develop strong math skills, says this letter to the editor.
Federal
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Public Education Benefits the American Worker and the American Economy
Our nation’s schools are central to our nation’s health and future, says this letter to the editor.
Reading & Literacy
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Reading Comprehension Matters
Focusing on evidence-based teaching practices is critical when teaching students how to read, says this letter to the editor.
Assessment
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NAEP Is a School Accountability Essential
The Trump administration must preserve the exams.
Federal
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The Feds Should Take More Responsibility for Education
A letter to the editor disagrees with former Gov. Jeb Bush's recent opinion essay.
Reading & Literacy
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Who Makes the Call About Curricula?
The recent lawsuit filed by parents against literacy curricula developers is a reminder of the true meaning of the “reading wars."
School Climate & Safety
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School Safety Should Be Built In, Not Tacked On
Schools and communities must address ways to prevent school violence by first working with people, says this letter to the editor.
Assessment
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Are Advanced Placement Exams Becoming Easier?
A letter to the editor reflects on changes to the College Board's Advanced Placement exams over the years.
Federal
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Rick Hess' Project 2025 Gaslight
A school board member responds to Rick Hess' opinion essay on the Heritage Foundation's education proposal.
Curriculum
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Christian Nationalism vs. Spirituality in America’s Schools
A retired teacher responds to the Oklahoma state schools superintendent's guidance on teaching the Bible in public schools in the state.
Law & Courts
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Religion in the Classroom May Be Legal, But Is It Just?
A teacher responds to Louisiana's Ten Commandments law.