Defend Education and Mental Health—Support Independent Science!

Stay updated on the latest breakthroughs in educational psychology for just $5 monthly. This Week in School Psychology is completely self-funded, and your support ensures we continue delivering essential, unbiased insights. Subscribe today and help protect informed education and mental health advocacy!

Can intelligence experts make schools safe? Cobb quietly commits millions to find out.

In response to the Apalachee High School shooting, Georgia’s Cobb County School District is controversially partnering with a private intelligence firm to monitor students’ digital footprints and predict potential threats, sparking concerns about student privacy and lack of transparency from parents and watchdogs. While intended to bolster safety, this initiative raises questions about accountability and the ethical implications of using such surveillance techniques in schools without clear oversight or detailed disclosure to the public.

Higher education needs an overhaul — but not the one Trump envisions

The article discusses the urgent need to rethink higher education by developing a universally accepted alternative to a four-year college degree, such as a “college GED,” to bridge the socioeconomic gap and enhance workforce entry without the burden of student debt. For parents and educators, the focus is on ensuring students’ skills are recognized over their alma maters, thereby promoting fairness and economic productivity by opening avenues beyond traditional degrees.

Illinois state lawmakers get hostile during debates on trans athletes in girls’ sports

In the midst of heated debates in Illinois about transgender athletes’ participation in girls’ sports, lawmakers are sharply divided, with discussions often devolving into accusations and unverified claims. As parents and educators grapple with this controversy, there are implications not just on sports participation but also on broader issues of inclusivity, fairness, and potential federal funding impacts for schools in the state.

Sparks fly between Education Secretary Linda McMahon and Dem Rep. Watson Coleman: ‘You should feel shameful’

At a heated House Committee hearing, Secretary of Education Linda McMahon defended the Trump administration’s plan to cut the Department of Education’s budget by $12 billion and shift oversight back to states and local entities, emphasizing a focus on literacy and local control over federal spending. This proposal, which consolidates several programs into a block grant, has sparked concern among Democrats about its potential impact on public schools, civil rights protections, and early childhood education, suggesting significant changes could be on the horizon for how education is funded and managed in the U.S.

What RFK Jr. Doesn’t Understand About Autism

In the wake of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s controversial remarks about an “autism epidemic,” parents and educators are urged to navigate the complexities of these statements critically. While some parents identify with Kennedy’s depiction of severe autism challenges, advocates like Eric Garcia warn that such rhetoric risks perpetuating stigma and misinformation, emphasizing the need for a balanced discussion that prioritizes support and inclusion over fear-based narratives.