THE DECLINE OF READING

THE DECLINE OF READING

By now we’ve all read the bad news about kids’ reading and math skills having fallen back during the pandemic years.  It’s not a phenomenon that’s new to the U.S., but it is “new news” that, after months of remote learning, reading scores nationwide have...
POST PANDEMIC: ABSENTEEISM IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

POST PANDEMIC: ABSENTEEISM IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

WHAT’S THE PROBLEM? The pandemic in the U.S. seems to have ended. It’s time to move forward to new stories. However, there are several post-pandemic outcomes that are manifesting in our lives and deserve a second look. The major post-pandemic education story this week...
American Public Education

American Public Education

The Congressionally-mandated Condition of Education Report “paints a picture of the state of education in the U.S. from early childhood through postsecondary education.” It is an annually produced collection of indicators that examines relationships; shows changes...
When your Kid Wants a Pet

When your Kid Wants a Pet

You may be hearing the same phrase over and over from your kids: “When can we get a dog/cat/pet”? And whether you are ready to add a new furry friend to your household or not, it is always a good idea to think about the skills necessary for your kids to interact...