Making computer science required curriculum
Microsoft's Bonnie Ross says mandating computer science in elementary and middle school would make more girls interested in the subject.
Education
Murphy grills McMahon at funding hearing
Connecticut Sen. Chris Murphy pressed Education Secretary Linda McMahon at her Senate committee budget hearing on her decision to stop funding a mental health program for students nationwide. Murphy also asked McMahon about the Trump administration's demands in its fight against Harvard University.
Baldwin grills McMahon at budget hearing
Wisconsin Sen. Tammy Baldwin blasted Secretary of Education Linda McMahon during her budget hearing before the Senate Committee on Appropriations for not spending millions of dollars allocated by Congress to fund programs to benefit schools and students. McMahon insists the funds will be spent, but at the discretion of state and local governments.
First college class after affirmative action ruling is slightly less diverse
In 2023, the Supreme Court ruled against race-conscious college admissions. Now, data on the first class of students to enter since then gives a peek into what the future of college enrollment holds.
Quinta Brunson honored with key, mural at alma mater that inspired "Abbott Elementary"
Quinta Brunson was honored with a key to the city in a ceremony dedicating a separate mural at her alma mater, which inspired her show Abbott Elementary.
Colleges try to tackle A.I. in the classroom
Some colleges are turning to classic tactics to try to keep A.I. out of the classroom. Sales of lined composition test books — known as "blue books" — which students used to use to handwrite essays and answers on exams, are on the rise, the Wall Street Journal reported. Here's how schools are trying to tackle the exploding use of A.I.
How student visa decisions are made
CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd, who oversaw screening and vetting policy at the Department of Homeland Security, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to break down how international students are vetted and how new Trump administration policies could impact who gets approved.
Major USDA cuts cripple food banks, school food programs in North Carolina
The White House cut two federal programs in March that provide just over $1 billion in annual funding to school districts and food banks to purchase from small farmers.
Trump administration will "aggressively revoke" Chinese students' visas
The Trump administration says it will begin revoking Chinese students' visas, including those studying in "critical fields."
Futurist on how AI will change our lives
How will artificial intelligence change how we live and work? And should we be fearful of the technological advancement? CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett sat down with self-described "futurist" Melanie Subin, managing director of the Future Today Strategy Group, to discuss.
From Shake Shack to standout teacher: How one woman found her calling through a nonprofit program
Someone told Amanda Burns about the nonprofit Achieve Miami and its Teacher Accelerator Program or TAP.
100th Scripps spelling bee anniversary
Scripps is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its National Spelling Bee on Tuesday. Scripps National Spelling Bee executive director Corrie Loeffler joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Trump's battle with Harvard could derail a Belgian princess' studies
Belgium's Royal Palace says it's looking into "what kind of impact" Trump's move to block Harvard's international enrollment might have on Princess Elisabeth.
McMahon slammed for Education Department cuts
Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon got into a heated exchange with Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-Pennsylvania) during a House hearing on Wednesday over funding cuts made by the Trump administration.
Virginia acts on school safety gap
From fires to tornadoes to potential violence inside schools, millions of public school children with disabilities fear they will be left behind in emergency situations. Tom Hanson reports.
Survey finds teachers increasingly use AI
As many students face criticism and punishment for using artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT for assignments, new reporting shows that many instructors are increasingly using those same programs. New York Times technology reporter Kashmir Hill joins the "Daily Report" to discuss her piece on the topic.
Trade classes boom at high school as students eye six-figure jobs
Middleton High School in Wisconsin built a $90 million campus in 2022, putting its technical education program in the spotlight.
What's drawing students back to shop class
The high cost of a college education and the prospect of decades of debt has young Americans looking for an alternative in the trades. Ian Lee reports.
NYU denies diploma to student who criticized Israel in commencement speech
New York University said it would withhold the diploma of a student who used a graduation speech to condemn Israel's attacks on Palestinians.
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.
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."
ICE officer relieved of duties after videos show him shoving woman to ground
An ICE officer who was captured on video pushing a woman to the ground outside an immigration court in New York City has been relieved of his duties.
Sinclair, Nexstar bringing back "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on their stations
Two major TV station owners, Sinclair and Nexstar, said they will return "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" to the air Friday after preempting the show last week.
Former FBI Director James Comey indicted on 2 counts
President Trump's Justice Department has brought criminal charges against James Comey, indicting him on two counts, though a federal grand jury rejected one count.
Supreme Court lets Trump withhold $4 billion in foreign aid approved by Congress
The Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to withhold more than $4 billion in foreign aid funding through a maneuver known as a "pocket rescission."
NYC mass shooting gunman had CTE, medical examiner finds
The gunman in the deadly Midtown Manhattan shooting, Shane Tamura, wrote about the brain disease CTE in a note obtained by investigators.
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Democrats press for info on border czar Tom Homan, federal contracts
Senate Democrats are escalating their demands for information about White House border czar Tom Homan and any involvement he has had in federal contracts.
Humberto grows to Category 3 hurricane in Atlantic. Maps show its forecast path.
Humberto gained hurricane status on Friday as it churned over the Atlantic Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said.
Israel's Netanyahu addresses U.N. as some delegates walk out
As Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu began speaking at the U.N. General Assembly in New York, dozens of people walked out of the room in protest.
Assata Shakur dies in Cuba after decades on the run
Assata Shakur, also known as Joanne Chesimard, was convicted of murdering a state trooper in 1973 and escaped prison in 1979.