By William GreenNovember 14, 2025 Education Teacher Absences Have Reached Crisis Levels, Costing Schools $4 Billion Annually and Leaving Students Struggling to Catch Up Teacher absences have surged beyond pandemic levels, costing U.S. schools $4 billion annually. Experts warn prolonged gaps in instruction risk leaving many students permanently behind, deepening education inequities.
By Charlotte AdamsMay 10, 2025 Education Rankings: Higher Education – Best States for College – U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report has released its latest rankings for the best states for higher education. The list highlights top-performing states based on factors like graduation rates, affordability, and academic quality.