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Helping Middle Schools Climb the Math Wall

Middle school math achievement took a nosedive during the pandemic, but the root problems have existed far longer. Here’s a typical scenario—a student thrives in elementary math, enjoying...

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CRT

Deny DeSantis The Credit He’s Not Due

Ron DeSantis must be feeling good about his week. The New York Times presented his assault on public education as a reflection of savvy political skills. Twitter made him the main character days in a...

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Math

Denying Black Students Algebra Is Worse Than Florida’s AP African American Studies Snub

Anyone worried about Florida’s rejection of the College Board’s pilot AP African American studies course should also be worried about this: Across the country, one in four high schools serving mostly...

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Math

Black History Should Be a Requirement in Math Curriculums

In the words of Clark Atlanta University professor Chike Akua, Black children are “victims of cultural identity theft. Someone has stolen their identity of excellence, intelligence and achievement...

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EdTech

Why Career Pathways Are Essential for Preparing Students

As parents and guardians, we want our children to have successful futures, and a strong foundation in job readiness skills is key to that success. Unfortunately, many states fall short when it comes...

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In Purple Districts, Polarization Prevents Teaching Democratic Skills

In late November 2022, researchers from the University of California found evidence the culture wars have taken a heavy toll on schools. In a survey of over 600 principals across the country, more...

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