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Data from the National Center for Education Statistics’ latest survey shows the gap is growing between high-skilled and low-skilled readers in the U.S.

Lawmakers return to the Capitol in just under a month, and the United Way and local leaders are pushing for an investment in teens and young adults. The two organizations are pushing a 22-point that calls for $407 million in increased funding and a major change to how the state funds education. “They are also the most fiscally responsible thing…

Local leaders and nonprofits want the state to focus on teens and young adults who have become disengaged from school and career opportunities.

A major upgrade was announced at Vinal Technical High School in Middletown after their emergency operations center received $300,000 in funding. Thanks to generous donations from companies like Samsung, Comcast and RnB Enterprises, the new technology was unveiled on Tuesday. David Cruickshank, the department head at Vinal Tech, told us how this new technology will help in assisting during emergencies….

Vinal Technical High School in Middletown unveiled upgrades to their emergency operations center on Tuesday after receiving $300,000 in funding.

The gap between the top-skilled and the lowest-skilled is growing, according to a survey of adult skills.

The state’s largest teachers union says burnout is causing teachers around the state to leave the field. The Connecticut Education Association said its annual survey found burnout is now the top concern for teachers around the state, as 62% said they’re considering retiring early or changing careers. “We love what we do, but we’re getting tired,” Newington teacher Elsa...

High schoolers recently had the opportunity to invest in their futures. More than 200 students participated in the Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge, a simulated stock market challenge, testing their skills as day traders. Seven high schools from across the state competed to see who could make the most money managing $1 million of fake cash, of course. NBC CT…

School districts around the state continue to deal with staffing shortages and Connecticut’s biggest teacher’s union says it’s because teachers feel overworked, underpaid and now, disrespected.

The Texas education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools.

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Linda McMahon founded World Wrestling Entertainment with her husband, Vince, and she has twice ran for U.S. Senate. Here’s more to know.

Kirabo Jackson, professor of education and social policy at Northwestern University and former economic advisor to President Biden, discusses how education policy in the U.S. may shift under the new Trump administration.

After recent incidents that prompted school lockdowns, early dismissals and arrests, a law enforcement expert weighs in on school safety and importance of speaking to students.

A backlash to standardized tests has been fueled by complaints they take up too much classroom time and questions about how well they measure readiness for college or careers.

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Julia Miller is an educator in New Haven.

Eniola Shokunbi said she wants to be president of the U.S., but first she’s making an impact on her local community. In fifth grade, she led the efforts to create an air filter system that’s able to remove cold and COVID viruses from classrooms.

State leaders met in Enfield on Thursday to announce an expansion of Connecticut’s early child care and child education programs. “With this announcement today, about 29% of Connecticut families with children under five years of age have access to more affordable childcare,” Connecticut Early Childhood Commissioner Beth Bye said. “We’re going to put a cap on parent fees for...