Jewish faculty at Harvard speak out against Trump’s attacks
In a letter published Wednesday, Jewish faculty say the administration cynically exploits concerns about antisemitism.
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How teachers union leaders are gearing up for the ‘resistance’
Jessica Tang leads the Massachusetts branch of the American Federation of Teachers and now heads the “Resistance Committee,” which aims to help students and families feel safe on campus. -
A deep dive on U.S. reading and math scores, and what to do about them
New research drills down on poor student achievement and notes some school districts that are beating the odds. -
'Golden ticket to job security’: Trade union partnerships hold promise for high school students
For trade unions and CTE programs, new collaboration may be key to survival. -
Colleges, attorneys general challenge Trump’s research cuts
The National Institutes of Health says only 15% of federal money put toward medical research can be spent on things like rent, utilities and support staff. -
The last Catholic choir school for boys sings on
St. Paul's Catholic Church in Harvard Square prepares boys in centuries old singing traditions that still resonate. -
Internal report highlights anxiety and self-censorship at Harvard, calls for change
The faculty-led report describes many undergraduates as stressed and disengaged; recommends significant changes. -
College leaders decry Trump’s executive order targeting pro-Palestinian activists
First Amendment advocates say the order restricts free speech in the name of combating antisemitism on campus. -
Northeastern University moves away from 'DEI' language
After President Trump's Jan. 21 executive order targeting DEI programs, the university changed websites and program names to replace "diversity, equity and inclusion" with "belonging" -
Cellphone ban proposed for Mass. schools
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is offering districts tools to create and improve their cellphone policies. -
Many Mass. parents worry about their kids’ math skills
About half of parents surveyed say their child is doing well in math, but that drops among lower-income families.
