A for-profit network that faced legal battles for years has finally closed its doors. The Education Department has given the green light for around $6 billion in student loan relief to over 300,000 students who were deceived into accumulating significant debt. This debt forgiveness, unveiled on Wednesday, targets students who attended The Art Institutes, a … Read more
Tennessee legislators on Thursday approved a state budget that earmarks $144 million for a potential statewide school voucher program, aligning with Republican efforts that are still in negotiation. The allocation sets the stage should the GOP-led House and Senate reconcile their differing visions for the voucher initiative, potentially affecting up to 20,000 students through the … Read more
Bills aimed at stopping book bans are gaining popularity in various state legislatures, leading to concerns about their impact on libraries. Last year, the American Library Association reported a significant increase in banned books, with over 4,200 titles affected. Many of these books dealt with issues of race, LGBTQ themes, violence, or sexual content. In … Read more
