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Beyond the Language Barrier: How States Are Rethinking Native Language Testing

For millions of students, a standardized exam isn't just a test of math or science—it’s an unintended test of English. We explore which states are leveling the playing field by offering assessments in...

Aug 20, 2026 5 min read

Education

Beyond the Pandemic: Is the End of NCLB Fueling the U.S. Learning Recession?

As national test scores reach a twenty-year low, a heated debate has emerged over whether the shift away from federal accountability laws left the American education system without a compass. We explo...

May 16, 2026 4 min read