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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida’s only public historically Black university could soon be run by an ally of Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has restricted the teaching of African American history and banned public colleges from using taxpayer money on diversity programs.Marva Johnson, a lo...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Harvard University is putting up $250 million of its own money to continue research efforts amid a federal funding freeze imposed by the Trump administration, but the school’s president warns of “difficult decisions and sacrifices” to come.The university joins a growing ...

Spring buds appear on a tree near Eliot House, rear, at Harvard University, Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Cambridge, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) A runner passes daffodils and dormitories at Harvard University, Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Cambridge, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa) Copyright 2025 T...

Policy More than 1,200 students nationwide suddenly lost their legal status or had visas revoked, leaving them at risk for deportation. Many said they had only minor infractions on their record or did not know why they were targeted. FILE - Students march at Arizona State University in protest ...

Improving American Education Key Points:

Research suggests American public education faces challenges like funding disparities and teacher shortages, with potential for improvement through equitable funding and better teacher support. It seems likely that standardized testing and the achievement gap are significant issues, with alternatives like performance-based assessments offering possible solutions. The evidence leans toward the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbating learning loss, highlighting the need for enhanced mental health support and technology access in schools. Historical Context American public education began in the colonial era, with the Common School Movement in the 19th century promoting universal education.