A reorganization of civil rights investigations in education likely means many complaints will never be investigated and others will take years to solve.
Generations of young Philadelphians experienced science firsthand by wandering through Dinosaur Hall, examining dozens of wildlife dioramas or visiting the butterfly garden.
The number of uncertified teachers rose, while enrolled student numbers dropped, following a state takeover of Houston. Data shows other uneven results across districts.
Students' scores on standardized tests can affect schools' ratings, adding to the pressure teachers experience in preparing their students for the assessments.