Former Education secretary on Trump cuts
The Trump administration is cutting the Education Department's workforce in half. Arne Duncan, who served as secretary of education under former President Barack Obama, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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The benefits all students gain from an LGBT-inclusive sex education curriculum
For students who identify as LGBTQ+, learning in school about sexual health-related issues that concern them can be nearly impossible to find. GLSEN Education Manager Becca Mui spoke to CBSN Originals about how an inclusive-sex education curriculum benefits all students.
Federal judge extends block on funding cuts to medical research
A federal judge is preventing the Trump administration from drastically cutting medical research funding.
College student's classroom is the farm where he works
Carlos Marquez is in a free pilot program at Merced College. Its competency-based curriculum allows students to master vocational skills while earning a living.
McMahon's "final mission" for education dept.
Newly-confirmed Education Secretary Linda McMahon has laid out the "final mission" for the department. Washington Post national education writer Laura Meckler joins "The Daily Report" to break it down.
Education chief seeks to dismantle department
In her first week as Secretary of Education, Linda McMahon is wasting no time working to fulfill President Trump's wish to dismantle the department. Erica Meltzer, the national editor for "ChalkBeat," joins "America Decides" to analyze.
Senate confirms Linda McMahon to lead Education Department
The Senate confirmed the former wrestling executive as the nation's education chief.
Cuts expected at Education Department
Employees at the Department of Education were offered a one-time payment of up to $25,000 if they quit before a deadline Monday, according to a government email. This comes as concerns emerge about cuts to Pell grants and student loans. CBS News' Major Garrett has more.
Experts warn of a "disengagement crisis"
A new book explores why teens are checking out of school and what parents can do to help. Authors Jenny Anderson and Rebecca Winthrop discuss the growing crisis in education.
Breaking down the state of education in the U.S.
Two major reports released in the past month show the nation's fourth and eighth graders overall have declined in math and reading since 2019. But, surprisingly adults aren't doing much better. Nat Malkus, deputy director of education policy at the American Enterprise Institute, joins to discuss.
How the war in Ukraine has impacted children
Three years into Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the United Nations says more than 2,500 children have been killed or injured in the war. New data from UNICEF, the U.N. agency responsible for providing humanitarian aid to children worldwide, shows this past year has been the deadliest for Ukrainian children. Toby Fricker, Ukraine chief of advocacy and communication at UNICEF, joins CBS News to unpack the report.
Navy seeks new generation to build submarines
While the president is cutting jobs, a search is on for a new generation of workers to build nuclear submarines. The Navy has ordered 29 nuclear subs, and the company that makes them has school kids on its sonar. Charlie D'Agata has more.
Students on "phone-free February"
A school in Minnesota is encouraging its students to ditch their phones during "phone-free February." CBS News Minnesota's Kirsten Mitchell has the details and reaction.
National Park ranger fired from "dream job" pens emotional letter
"I am the defender of your public lands and waters ... I am the highlight of your child's school day ... I am tired of waking up every morning at 2am wondering how I am going to provide for my family if I lose my job," Brian Gibbs wrote.
Trump eyes COVID vaccine mandates in schools
President Trump signed an executive order Friday calling for withholding federal funds for schools and universities that impose a COVID-19 vaccine mandate, though no states currently have such a requirement. Tom LoBianco, national politics reporter for 24sight News, and Stephanie Lai, White House correspondent for Bloomberg, join "America Decides" to discuss.
McMahon faces confirmation hearing with fate of Education Department in limbo
Linda McMahon, President Trump's nominee to become secretary of education, appeared before senators on Thursday.
When student scores fell, these NYC schools took a new approach to teaching
Only 30% of eighth graders across the U.S. are proficient in reading, according to new data. But in the Diocese of Brooklyn, almost 70% of students currently in eighth grade are thriving in both English and math.
How a New York school is combatting falling test scores
Only 30% of eighth graders across the U.S. are proficient in reading, according to data released last month by the National Assessment of Educational Progress. But in the Diocese of Brooklyn's schools, almost 70% of students currently in eighth grade are thriving in both English and math. Meg Oliver reports.
D.C. school recovering from pandemic learning loss
Five years after the COVID pandemic forced millions of kids out of their classrooms, many student have yet to catch up. The average learner is still nearly half a grade behind in reading and math, one reason for that is attendance. Long after schools reopened, many students aren't showing up. But as Caitlin Huey-Burns reports, it's not all bad news.
Math, Eagles mania collide for one group of students
Super Bowl hype is becoming a learning opportunity for "Black Girls Love Math," a Philadelphia nonprofit that is thinking outside the box to help students improve their math skills. Eva Andersen explains.
Historic violin auctioned for over $11 million
The sale of a one-of-a-kind violin has sold for $11.3 million during an auction at Sotheby's in New York. The money will finance student scholarships at Boston's New England Conservatory, the violin's previous owner.
Are low reading scores tied to the pandemic?
New federal data shows that American kids and preteens' reading scores have hit record lows. The Washington Post national education writer Laura Meckler joins "The Daily Report" to explain why and what can be done to fix it.
Playground exhibit teaches kids Black history
An interactive exhibit at a playground in Philadelphia is helping to teach kids about Black leaders who have shaped the city's past and present. Ten double-sided posters representing Black leaders are on display at Smith Memorial Playground with facts about each person.
Generative AI's impact in the classroom
The use of generative AI in schools is causing a divide in classrooms across the country. While some teachers embrace its use, others are banning it. AI for Education CEO Amanda Bickerstaff and professor James Taylor from the College of New Jersey join "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss their different viewpoints.
Why it's never to early to teach children about consent
The American Progress Center finds that of the 24 states and DC that mandate sex education in public schools, only a handful address consent and healthy relationships. Director of the Women and Gender Advocacy Center at Colorado State University, Monica Rivera, spoke to CBSN Originals about how and when parents can talk to their children about consent.
In talks with Trump and NATO countries, Zelenskyy says Putin is "bluffing"
Presidents Trump, Zelenskyy and numerous NATO leaders held a virtual meeting Wednesday ahead of Friday's scheduled summit between Mr. Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump visits Kennedy Center and announces honorees. See the full list.
President Trump announced this year's "truly exceptional class" of Kennedy Center Honorees and said he will host the annual ceremony himself.
Alaska's capital sees record glacier flooding as river tops 16.6 feet
Alaska's capital of Juneau is bracing for what could be record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by the Mendenhall Glacier.
Falling tree kills family as Chattanooga flooding prompts water rescues
Four people have died in heavy rain and flooding that hit near Chattanooga in Tennessee, officials said.
Appeals court allows Trump administration to cut billions in foreign aid
A divided panel of appeals court judges says the Trump administration can suspend or terminate billions of dollars of congressionally appropriated funding for foreign aid.
Staffing shortages at VA health systems on the rise, watchdog finds
The VA's Office of Inspector General found facilities reported 4,434 staffing shortages this fiscal year, which is a 50% increase from fiscal year 2024.
Mexico sends 26 cartel members to U.S. in deal with Trump administration
The transfers are a milestone for the Trump administration, which has made dismantling dangerous drug cartels a key Justice Department priority.
3-month-old endangered panther kittens killed by vehicle in Florida
Two panther kittens were found dead in Florida after a suspected vehicle strike, officials said. Their deaths mean at least 12 of the endangered animals were killed this year.
Missouri confirms case of rare brain-eating amoeba infection
A person in Missouri has been hospitalized after contracting a brain-eating amoeba, possibly after water skiing in the Lake of the Ozarks, state health officials said Wednesday.