education

The Trump administration appears poised to gut the central policies that shape Head Start, a popular and long-established early childhood education program that serves the country’s neediest children.

Jeff Laszloffy writes, "Before we ask what kind of technology we want to build, let's first ask what kind of children and families we hope to nurture."

Ficks worked hard to support the lives of Black Americans in his younger years, and later in life, supported the lives of Missoula high school students by writing the grant that commenced Willard Alternative High School.

The Education Interim Committee met this month to hear updates and prepare recommendations for the 2027 Legislature.

Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025, all programs eligible for federal loans must demonstrate that graduates earn more than a set benchmark compared to non-degree holders.

With many students and educators already using widely available artificial intelligence tools, state lawmakers and school districts are playing catch-up on AI policies.

The federal student loan system is set to see a dramatic overhaul beginning this summer.

Missoula voters narrowly passed a number of Missoula County Public School levies, while school levies in Frenchtown and Lolo failed.

Kaitlyn Reinhardt writes, "The physical buildings aren’t the only issue at hand. Our amazing teachers who put up with pretty much anything you can think of deserve so much more."

Denise Juneau writes, "A vote for the levies helps build the next generation and keep our strong public schools intact and thriving."