Oklahoma has adopted new science and social studies standards influenced by NAS-backed models, making major strides in content, especially in social studies. While further reforms are needed, this is a big step in the right direction. Read the full piece: https://ocpathink.org/post/analysis/oklahomas-science-and-social-studies-standards-just-got-a-lot-stronger-but-more-work-remains (fb)

Ivy League applications are down as students increasingly reject the institutions over political bias, rising anti-Semitism, and an absurd, performative admissions process, leaving once-prestigious schools scrambling to maintain relevance. Liza Libes shares her take at Minding the Campus: (fb)