- New research shows that Democrat-leaning states saw greater pandemic-related learning loss, especially in math, likely due to longer school closures. —The Economist
- Once hailed as a civil rights triumph, Brown v. Board now faces growing skepticism among Black intellectuals, many of whom argue that school integration often harmed Black communities more than it helped. —Justin Driver, The Atlantic
- Recognizing that test scores alone are not enough to measure quality, some states and charter networks are now using in-depth reviews (including observations and interviews) to evaluate schools more comprehensively, akin to UK-style inspections. —Erik W. Robelen, Education Next
