Amid a nationwide decline in college enrollment, schools and policymakers are being urged to prioritize student concerns, especially in conservative states like Indiana. Findings from a new Gallup poll show college students want to be able to talk about different topics and viewpoints, rather than limiting what professors can teach. Indianapolis-based Lumina Foundation released the poll jointly with Gallup. .
Looking to tackle inequitable education funding across the state, Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro has unveiled a new budget plan, including a major boost in public school spending. The proposal would direct an additional $1 billion to K-12 education, affecting more than 1.7 million students. .
New data show how many people pursue degrees or other credentials after high school, and the numbers show Arkansas has some work to do to improve. The Lumina Foundation tracks higher education attainment, and said 60% of working-age adults should be earning some kind of post-high-school degree. Right now, the number is just over 42% in the Natural State and just over 54% nationwide. .
As Florida lawmakers advance bills to restrict children s access to social media, today s Safer internet Day is a global campaign to raise awareness about the benefits and risks of connected technology. With the theme "Together for a Better internet," organizers are calling on parents to get more involved and open lines of communication with their kids about their screen times. Yvonne Johnson, president of the National Parent Teacher Association, said families and caregivers should aim to promote healthy digital habits by having open dialogue about the use of various apps and websites. .
A new report assessing post-high school educational attainment shows Maryland doing better than most states, but says work remains to be done. In 2009, Lumina Foundation set a goal for 60% of working age adults in the nation to hold a college degree, industry-recognized certification or other credential of value by 2025. When the goal was established, only 38% of adults held a certificate beyond high school. .