Education
National Democrats threaten Harvard with investigation if they make a deal with Trump
Fourteen members of Congress threatened "rigorous Congressional oversight and inquiry" if Harvard University agrees to fines and policy changes demanded by the Trump administration.
The Presidential Fitness Test is back, says Trump
President Trump announced he's bringing back the Presidential Fitness Test for school-aged children. It hasn't been in place since 2012.
Harvard turns over employee work authorization forms to Homeland Security
The Department of Homeland Security alerted Harvard in early June that it would inspect employee authorization records. Harvard told staff on Tuesday it will comply.
Brown University strikes agreement to restore federal funding
Brown University on Wednesday announced a deal with the Trump administration to regain access to federal research funding and end investigations into alleged discrimination.
Harvard freshman whose mezuzah was stolen says Trump's university defunding won't curb antisemitism
The Trump administration issued a report alleging Harvard University had violated civil rights law, citing an incident in which a religious scroll — known as a mezuzah — went temporarily...
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Trump administration wants Harvard to pay far more than Columbia as part of settlement
Harvard would be expected to pay hundreds of millions of dollars as part of any settlement to end investigations into antisemitism at its campus, said the people, who spoke on...
How the Scopes ‘monkey’ trial echoes today
One hundred years ago, teacher John Scopes was arrested for teaching evolution in a Tennessee public school. His trial became a national sensation. Today, we’re still fighting over what should...
What is the impact when parents can opt their kids out of school lessons for religious reasons?
A recent Supreme Court ruling allowing parents to opt their children out of lessons including LGBTQ+ themes could give new standing to parents who object to the Texas state curriculum.
National teacher union president on Trump's efforts to defund public education
Members of the American Federation of Teachers are meeting in Washington D.C. Friday. The union's annual conference comes as the Trump administration vows to close to the Department of Education...
How rumored and real ICE activity has impacted local schools
For district superintendents across Massachusetts, the ramp up in immigration enforcement during the Trump administration has created many challenges, including school absences and additional worry and fear among their students...
State Department says it will investigate Harvard over participation in visa program
The State Department said Wednesday it is investigating whether Harvard University will remain part of a government program that provides American visas for students and researchers from other countries.
From Harvard to Planned Parenthood, here's a recap of Boston federal court's busy Monday
Lawyers for the Trump administration sparred with Harvard, Planned Parenthood and the American Association of University Professors on Monday at Boston's Moakley Courthouse over funding, free speech and more.
Family of 5-year-old killed in Boston school bus collision sues district's bus contractor
The family of a Hyde Park kindergartener who was struck and killed by a school bus in April has sued the bus contractor and driver for negligence.
What massive Education Department layoffs mean for students, teachers and schools
The Supreme Court decided last week that massive layoffs at the Department of Education can go forward.
Harvard and Trump administration meet in court over federal funding cuts
Harvard seeks to restore roughly $2.5 billion that the Trump administration canceled with little warning this spring.
Boston parent group again sues over city's exam school admissions policy
The Boston Parent Coalition for Academic Excellence argues the system is "racially discriminatory" against white and Asian students.
Harvard Kennedy School to offer full-ride scholarship for public servants, veterans
Students will receive $100,000 to cover tuition, fees and a stipend, according to a Kennedy school spokesman. The scholarship will be open to veterans, teachers, government workers, Peace Corps volunteers...
How a pause in federal education grants will impact Chelsea public schools
Chelsea Public Schools superintendent Dr. Almi Abeyta explains how a pause in federal grants will impact accelerated learning programs.
Trump administration takes aim at Harvard’s accreditation status
The federal government sent a similar letter last month to the accrediting agency for Columbia University, accusing the school of violating civil rights laws.
What to know about the school cellphone ban bill on Beacon Hill
The Massachusetts Senate could pass a proposed "bell-to-bell" ban on students accessing cellphones and other electronic devices at school as soon as this month. Here's a look at the details...