Chalkbeat's journalism is made possible by our sponsors.
Interested in becoming one? Reach out here.
Good morning! It's Ann Schimke with Chalkbeat Colorado.
Most Colorado universities are not rushing to answer an Aug. 3 letter from U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. In it, she asked college officials about their approach to free speech, protests, admissions, and more. Reporter Jason Gonzales has all the details.
If you'd like to share a news tip or a story idea, please reach out to us at [email protected].
A new school year needs strong local reporting. Help Chalkbeat’s reporters keep asking the questions that matter.
Local News
Trump administration higher education letter: Most Colorado universities have yet to decide response
Around Chalkbeat
The problem with an AI tutor: Students don’t want to use it
56% of Michigan teachers are thinking about leaving in five years, poll says
Should Tennessee fully fund special education pre-K programs?
What We’re Reading
Boulder Valley proposes closing 4 elementary schools, Denver Post (Paywall)
Jeffco schools promised voters oversight. Here's their plan, Golden Transcript
It’s One of Our Greatest and Most Controversial Novels. How Should It Be Taught? The New York Times Magazine
How the No. 2 pencil became a uniquely American school supply staple, The Associated Press




