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Robert Pondiscio, Fordham Institute For more than two decades, I’ve admired Mike Goldstein as one of the true pioneers of modern education reform.

by Jackie Mader, The Hechinger Report December 24, 2025 In the nearly 13 years since I wrote my first early childhood story for The Hechinger Report, I have never experienced a year quite like 2025. From the gutting of federal early childhood offices to threats to Head Start and the deeply felt ramifications of aggressive federal immigration enforcement, news on the early ed beat felt constant — and especially urgent — this year.   Amid all this, there were some promising steps taken, especially at the state level, to elevate children’s issues and pay for programs that support the earliest years…

If college prices feel overwhelming, but you also know your family won’t qualify for much financial aid, you’re not alone. Many families fall into what’s often called the “bubble.” You earn too much to receive need-based aid, but paying full price would stretch your finances or force uncomfortable choices. This is where merit scholarships come in. Merit scholarships don’t make college free. But they can lower the price enough to turn a “no way” school into a real option. This guide explains what merit scholarships are, what they aren’t, and how families can find colleges that are willing to discount…

Naomi Schaefer Riley, City Journal Child-welfare agencies have stretched the preference for “kinship care” in foster-family placements to the point of absurdity.

The end of the year is one of the busiest—and most stressful—times for families navigating college costs. Between FAFSA filings, financial aid offers, and looming enrollment decisions, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. In this Holiday Q&A edition of Ol’ College Try, Matt Carpenter and Peggy Keough tackle some of the most common (and most misunderstood) questions families ask about financial aid, appeals, and college planning timelines. Below, we break down the biggest takeaways to help you head into the new year informed, confident, and prepared. How Do Student Assets Affect Financial Aid? One of the most common concerns parents raise…

Thank you for subscribing! The dust has settled on the Fall semester, and those final grades are officially in the books, giving you an updated Grade Point Average (GPA). For some, it’s a moment of celebration; for others, it’s a wake-up call. Whether you missed your goal by a fraction or had a semester you’d rather forget, here is the good news: Winter break is the perfect time for a reset, enabling you to strategize about raising your GPA.     Win more scholarships with less effort Simplify and focus your application process with the one-stop platform for vetted scholarships.…

Gwen Howerton, Houston Chronicle Roughly twenty people exited the University of Austin in 2025, and not all of them by choice.

CAP’s Weekly Private Scholarship List for January 6th – 10th, 2026 💌 Want this list delivered straight to your inbox every Saturday? Subscribe Here!  Looking for scholarships to help fund your education? College Aid Pro presents its latest weekly selection of private scholarships, tailored to meet a wide array of student needs. From high school graduates to current undergraduates and those considering studying abroad, you’ll find potential opportunities here. Act fast, as deadlines are near! Take a look at the list and keep in mind that increasing your application submissions directly increases your likelihood of receiving financial support. Here’s a…

A CEO’s Guide To Winning Bigger Deals In The Enterprise Market There is no doubt that breaking into the enterprise market has become one of the most important milestones for CEOs. Especially the CEOs of learning platforms, HR tech, or AI-driven solutions turn their eyes toward the enterprise market. Enterprise accounts have become the ultimate accelerators of growth, as they bring massive annual contract values (ACVs), multi-year predictability, and the unique opportunity to expand across global teams. However, along with the advantages come some challenges in the B2B enterprise sales. That is because selling to large companies is not just…

The Department of Education is investigating whether Brown University violated the Clery Act in relation to a campus shooting earlier this month that left two students dead. “After two students were horrifically murdered at Brown University when a shooter opened fire in a campus building, the department is initiating a review of Brown to determine if it has upheld its obligation under the law to vigilantly maintain campus security,” U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon said in a Monday news release announcing the investigation.  The release also questioned whether Brown’s video surveillance system was “up to appropriate standards” and accused…