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Mini-lessons for students in grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8Mini-lessons for students in grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8 

These free coloring pages are out of this world!These free coloring pages are out of this world! 

Students really like holding the artifact printables in their hands instead of just looking them up on the internet.Students really like holding the artifact printables in their hands instead of just looking them up on the internet. 

As Trump pushes forward with plans to dismantle the US Department of Education, students with disabilities face an uncertain future. Federal oversight ensures their right to accommodations, but without it, schools may evade accountability, and families could struggle to secure support. With thousands of disability-related complaints pending, advocates warn of devastating setbacks to special education rights.

Hawaii schools are tackling chronic absenteeism with an innovative walking school bus program. Launched in December 2024 by the Partners in Development Foundation, the program ensures students get to school safely while improving attendance. Volunteers lead children along safe, marked routes to school, with stops to pick up other students. After strong initial participation, the program shows promise for future expansion, aiming to reduce absenteeism and increase community involvement.

The Trump administration’s decision to discontinue the NAEP Long-Term Trend Exam for 17-year-olds has sparked controversy, with supporters calling it a cost-cutting reform and critics warning of a deliberate attempt to obscure declining academic performance. The latest NAEP report reveals a sharp drop in math and reading scores, widening achievement gaps. As the debate over its significance intensifies, questions arise about whether this move will weaken educational accountability or prompt necessary policy shifts.

New York City families relying on free school meals should know that it’s not enough to qualify for Summer EBT benefits. To access up to $120 per child, families must either be automatically eligible or apply through the program. The application deadline for 2025 is September 3. With the aim to reach more families this year, the state is encouraging applications to combat food insecurity during the summer months, when school meals are unavailable.

Michigan’s high school graduation rate hit a record high of 82.83% in the 2023-24 school year, marking significant progress since the pandemic. However, disparities remain, particularly among economically disadvantaged students and those with disabilities. While districts like Ecorse Public Schools have seen success with after-school tutoring programs, educators stress that further support is needed to ensure equitable outcomes for all students. Efforts like career and technical education and dual enrollment are helping to improve graduation rates.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the JEE Main Session 2 application correction window, open from February 27 to 28, 2025. Candidates can modify details such as course, exam city, and qualification, while certain fields like mobile number and email remain unchangeable. Applicants must visit jeemain.nta.nic.in, log in, update details, and save changes before submission.

Washington State’s Superintendent Chris Reykdal has fiercely opposed the Trump administration’s directive to cease race-based education programs, declaring the state will not comply. The US Department of Education’s threat to withhold federal funding for diversity initiatives was met with defiance from Reykdal, who emphasized the limited impact of federal funds on Washington’s budget. Despite criticism over student outcomes, Reykdal stands firm on local control of education and maintaining support for diversity and equity programs, as reported by The Seattle Times.