MA: Education
MA college aid experts optimistic FAFSA rollout will be glitch-free
College financial aid experts in Massachusetts say this year's phased rollout of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid should be error free…
English-language learners struggle to meet MCAS graduation requirement
Educators in Massachusetts say the MCAS high school graduation requirement is disproportionately affecting English language learners, the fastest …
MA 'millionaire’s tax' generates windfall for public education
The Massachusetts state budget has been finalized and public education leaders say students came out on top. More than $1 billion generated by the …
High housing costs in MA impacting childrens’ overall well-being
Massachusetts is known for its quality education and health care systems, but high housing costs are straining family budgets and impacting …
Free community college plan in MA burdens underpaid, overworked staff
The Massachusetts Senate has proposed free community college for all residents, but educators say an influx of new students could overwhelm the …
MA ballot measure would end MCAS graduation requirement
Massachusetts voters could face a possible ballot measure this November to end the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System graduation requiremen…
Boston U. Prison Education Program celebrates 50 years of changing lives
Boston University's Prison Education Program is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and is hoping to expand. Students at Massachusetts Correctional …
MA students urge lawmakers to fund campus anti-hunger efforts
A coalition of college students and administrators is asking state lawmakers to help fight food insecurity on campus. The group is asking for $2 …
Proposed Amesbury school budget cuts rally parents, educators
The Amesbury School Committee will hear from educators and parents tonight as they rally to prevent more than $2 million in proposed cuts to their sch…
New online tool helps Boston grow tree equity
A new online tool is helping community groups in Boston ensure all neighborhoods reap the benefits from urban tree canopies. The Tree Equity Score …
School counselors teach time management to counter students’ high rates of stress
Time management is an essential skill for academic success, but school counselors say it can also help counter students' increasing struggles with …
MA public school support staff fight for a living wage
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are considering legislation to ensure Education Support Professionals in public schools earn a living wage. ESP's do it …