The same skills that prepare students for future careers—problem-solving, collaboration,and technology fluency—are the skills that hands-on STEM education fosters.

As of this week, K12 school districts must certify their adherence to Title VI or risk a loss of federal assistance, according to the Department of Education.

The directive comes as the Department of Education launches investigations into state laws that prohibit school personnel from disclosing a child's gender identity to parents.

Secretary Linda McMahon said funding for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act will likely be moved to the Department of Health of Human Services.