The U.S. Department of Education is distributing $179 million in grants to support evidence-based programs aimed at accelerating academic achievement, reinforcing the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to improving education nationwide.
This funding includes $149 million in new Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) grants, marking the largest allocation in the program’s history, along with nearly $30 million in Competitive Grants for State Assessments (CGSA).
The Pennsylvania Department of Education's decision to remove mandatory guidelines for culturally relevant teaching practices has raised concerns among Black educators in Philadelphia. They fear the move could...
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A Black educator has reached a settlement with the Charter Oak Unified School District after filing a lawsuit claiming he was demoted from his position as principal in...
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A recent sociological study highlights that school segregation continues to exacerbate racial achievement gaps among Black, Hispanic, and white students in U.S. public schools. By analyzing standardized test...
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Unlike traditional approaches that limit Black history to one month or an elective course, this year-round curriculum celebrates the global contributions of Black people, aiming to integrate their...
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In response, the school board commissioned an independent racial climate audit, involving surveys and focus groups with over 6,000 participants, including staff, families, and students. The April 2023...
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