How a California school district is solving chronic absenteeism
Chronic absenteeism peaked at 31% at the height of the pandemic, but the latest data shows it hasn't made much improvement.
Education
How a school district is solving absenteeism
The pandemic is long gone, but it's having a lingering impact on children. Five years ago, when COVID-19 hit, schools closed and kids were taught remotely. When schools reopened, chronic absenteeism skyrocketed. Elizabeth Cook reports on what one district is doing about it.
John B. King, Jr. on new memoir
In his new memoir, "Teacher by Teacher," former Education Secretary John B. King, Jr. shares how public school teachers helped him through personal tragedy and inspired his career in education and government.
Growing number of college students turn to AI
A growing number of college students are reportedly turning to artificial intelligence for help with their coursework, but researchers are warning about the potential negative effects of relying on the technology. James Walsh, features writer for New York Magazine's Intelligencer, spoke with students and professors about the use of AI and joins CBS News to unpack his reporting.
MIT professor on Trump and academic freedom
Professors are expressing concern about the Trump administration's feud with the nation's top universities. Alan Lightman, professor of the practice of humanities at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, joins "America Decides" with his perspective.
How good teachers can improve U.S. education
America's educational system is undergoing a massive transformation. John B. King, former secretary of education, joins to discuss his new book "Teacher by Teacher."
Student loan borrower shares her story
The Education Department has resumed collections for sending student loan borrowers who are in default. Kristina Lyons is a stay-at-home mom whose student loans are in default and joined "The Daily Report" to share her story.
Texas governor signs $1 billion school voucher bill into law
Texas lawmakers passed the legislation on April 24 with a vote of 19-12.
Defaulted student loan collections resume
The federal government is set to resume student loan collections for borrowers in default. Danielle Douglas-Gabriel, national higher education reporter for the Washington Post, joined "America Decides" to discuss.
Eye on America: Inspiring educators
In California, we meet an educator going above and beyond to provide her displaced students with educational opportunities after their school was destroyed in the L.A. wildfires. And in Tennessee, we introduce you to an award-winning choir teacher who has shaped the lives of hundreds of high schoolers. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Mt. Sinai medical school embraces AI
The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has decided to embrace the use of artificial intelligence, becoming the first medical school to make OpenAI's educational program available to its medical and graduate students.
Troubled FAFSA rollout complicates college acceptance for some seniors
After a botched rollout of last year's FAFSA application under the Biden administration, it was delayed again this year, with students encountering error messages and glitches on the site.
What's behind ongoing FAFSA delays
After a botched rollout of last year's FAFSA application under the Biden administration, it was delayed again this year, with students encountering error messages and glitches on the site. Making things more challenging are unprecedented cuts to the Department of Education. Tom Hanson reports.
Oklahoma governor, schools chief at odds on collecting immigration data
Earlier this year, the Oklahoma State Board of Education approved a proposal requiring students to submit their immigration status during school enrollment.
Controversy over students' immigration data
A proposal approved by the Oklahoma Board of Education that would require students to submit their immigration status during enrollment is drawing backlash, including from the state's conservative governor. Shanelle Kaul has details.
Ashlie Crosson named 2025 National Teacher of the Year
Ashlie Crosson, the 2025 National Teacher of the Year, has been in the classroom for 14 years and told "CBS Mornings" authenticity is a big factor in her teaching.
Eye on America: NIL impact on college sports
In Michigan, we report on how student-athletes’ newfound ability to profit off their name, image and likeness has profoundly changed the economics of college sports. And in Louisiana, we introduce you to a doctor who’s offering support and opportunities for aspiring Black medical school students. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Cancer screenings and more
Actor Ryan Reynolds takes us on his personal health journey to raise awareness about cancer screening. And we go on a deep dive into both sides of the issue surrounding banned books in our public schools. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Teacher shortage and more
We look at how some school districts are filling in the gaps of a nationwide teacher shortage. Then, we travel to Alaska to see a remarkable restoration effort helping bison make a comeback. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Helping veterans and more
A nonprofit is helping our nation's veterans find employment after service. And former NFL players are on a mission to educate and erase the stigma around cannabis. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Eye on America: Teacher diversity, and more
We explore stories of resilience and community, starting with a look at a nonprofit in Philadelphia working to advance teacher diversity. Then we visit an eco-minded community building homes with extreme sustainability. We also sit down with parents pleading for strong gun safety laws and a doctor seeking to cure America's gun violence epidemic. Watch these stories and more on "Eye on America" with host Michelle Miller.
Texas lawmakers pass school voucher bill
A landmark education bill allowing public money to pay for private school tuition is headed to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's desk to become law. CBS News national reporter Karen Hua has the details.
Uvalde leaders approve $2 million for Robb Elementary families in first settlement over attack
City leaders in Uvalde have given final approval to a $2 million settlement with families of the victims of the Robb Elementary School shooting in 2022.
Texas lawmakers advance school choice bill after nearly 11 hours of debate
The House will take a final vote later on Thursday. The bill will then go to the Texas Senate.
Baltimore students build wind turbines
Students from Mergenthaler Vocational Technical High School in Baltimore designed award-winning wind turbines, earning a rare perfect score at a regional sustainability competition.
General testifies he didn't hear L.A. protests described as "rebellion"
Three officials involved in President Trump's controversial L.A. National Guard deployment testified in court.
CDC employee on Atlanta headquarter shooting: "Shocking but not surprising"
Four CDC workers told CBS News under the condition of anonymity that they were "deeply disappointed and frustrated" by an apparent lack of leadership after the shooting.
Trump names new BLS head after firing prior one amid weak jobs report
The president announced E.J. Antoni as his nominee to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Antoni is a fellow at the conservative Heritage Foundation think tank.
Inflation rate rose by 2.7% in July, CPI report shows
The inflation rate was cooler than expected, with July's CPI rising 2.7% on an annual basis.
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Abbott says Texas Republicans may seek to add even more GOP congressional seats
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott tells CBS News Texas there have been discussions about trying to add as many as three GOP congressional seats in addition to the five already being sought.
Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl"
Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," after a countdown tease on her website. She didn't say when it would be released.
Wisconsin woman found guilty 6 years after failed assassination in U.K.
Aimee Betro covered her face in a niqab as she climbed out of a car in 2019 and tried to shoot a man at point-blank range, prosecutors said.
Gold medalist ski jumpers charged in cheating scandal caught on video
Star ski jumpers Marius Lindvik and Johann André Forfang and three others were formally charged as part of an investigation into "equipment manipulation."
Man accused of faking death, fleeing U.S. faces alleged rape victim in court
A man known in the U.S. as Nicholas Rossi, accused of faking his death and fleeing to the U.K. to avoid rape charges, faced an alleged victim in court on Monday.