Children's
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Parents, teachers voice concerns over rejecting federal funds for NC schools
From gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson to Superintendent of Public Instruction hopeful Michele Morrow, some Republicans running for office have …
Wednesday, September 18, 2024
CO Amendment 80 could prompt private school voucher foothold
Colorado voters will decide whether to change the state's constitution to ensure families have school choice as a fundamental right. Kallie Leyba…
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Palm Beach County schools tackle post-pandemic chronic absenteeism
Palm Beach County schools are working to curb chronic absenteeism, which has surged since the pandemic. Nearly 39% of Palm Beach County students …
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
NC voucher bill sparks debate over public school funding, equity
Advocates for public education are reacting to the North Carolina House passing legislation to funnel millions of state dollars into private school vo…
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Census shows more Kentucky families struggle to meet basic needs
More Kentucky households struggled to meet their basic needs last year, according to new Census data. Kentucky has the sixth-highest children's …
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
New census data show significant drop in NM's child poverty
A new federal report shows anti-poverty policies enacted by New Mexico are making a big difference. This month, the U.S. Census Bureau has released …
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
New SD collaborative to address food insecurity
In observance of Hunger Action Month, a new statewide collaborative has launched to address food insecurity in South Dakota. Nearly 14% of U.S…
Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Rural MN families have few options for youth mental healthcare
Gaps in mental health care are a common research topic right now and for Minnesota youth in rural areas, a new report showed their families face big …
Monday, September 16, 2024
Orange glow in Albuquerque night sky lights up Hunger Action Month
New Mexico's Roadrunner Food Bank sent a "glowing" invitation to encourage food and financial contributions during September's Hunger Action Month…
Monday, September 16, 2024
PA tax credit expansion increases support for child, dependent care
Pennsylvania families facing challenges with child and dependent care expenses may now benefit from a significant state tax break. The expansion of …
Monday, September 16, 2024
WV poverty rate for children among highest in nation
The number of West Virginia children living in poverty remains among the highest in the nation, and more children are living in households struggling …
Monday, September 16, 2024
VA sees more school districts shift to clean buses
Virginia kids are heading back to school in a more environmentally friendly way. School districts and counties statewide are making the switch to …