Media October 8, 2023 School districts with DEI officers suffered greater pandemic learning losses by Black, Hispanics: Report A new report shows that large school districts with a chief diversity officer are associated with greater pandemic learning loss by Black and Hispanic students.
EDUCATION August 29, 2023 Schools scramble to improve students’ math skills as test scores continue to lag post-pandemic While test scores have revealed that students across the country are still struggling to catch up in multiple subjects post-pandemic, math declines have been particularly striking.
Media July 20, 2023 Activist confronts St. Louis school board over poor Black student outcomes: 'Require your criminal conviction' An activist confronted the St. Louis Public Schools board to address the poor academic outcomes of Black students, saying their actions are 'criminal.'
Media July 13, 2023 California approves new math guidelines that encourage 'teaching toward social justice' The California Board of Education voted in favor of adopting a controversial new framework for math that focuses on social justice and equity on Wednesday.
Media May 26, 2023 Texas high school postpones ceremony after only 5 seniors met graduation requirements Marlin High School in Texas had to postpone graduation after only a few of the seniors met graduation requirements. Community members and parents blasted the school district for the outcome.
Puzzle May 9, 2023 Math brain teaser: Can you help the bear solve this equation? In this math problem illustrated by Gergely Dudás, a cartoon bear sits in front of a fill-in-the-blank equation, which requires figuring out which symbols go between the four numbers.
Media May 4, 2023 Colorado teachers union passes resolution declaring capitalism 'inherently exploits children, public schools' The Colorado Education Association seeks to replace capitalism with a new equitable economic system, by allowing CEA members to publicly advocate and lobby for anti-capitalist policies at the CO Capitol.
Media April 13, 2023 Canadian university hosts seminar asking, 'How can math be racist?' Simon Fraser University hosted a seminar on math being "racist," asking "How can math be racist?" and addressed "unpacking oppressive structures and bias in math and science."
Mississippi April 11, 2023 Mississippi School of Math and Science explores relocation The director of the Mississippi School of Math and Science is exploring the idea of relocation. Donnie Cook confirmed the possible move to Starkville two days after he claimed it was a rumor.
LIFESTYLE March 14, 2023 Everything you need to know about the history of Pi Day Pi Day is beloved by the scientific community worldwide as a way to celebrate the mathematical constant and engage in fun pie-related activities. Here's what to know about March 14.
