U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is no stranger to controversy. From the moment President Trump announced her nomination, to her confirmation hearings, and in the days following her confirmation, critics have been quick to point out her missteps.
And though her supporters voice optimistic claims about what she can do for school choice, the hits just keep coming. Some might even say the Department of Education has racked up the most controversies mere weeks into the new administration.
Some of DeVos’ statements have shown a lack of awareness about federal civil rights education issues for students, while others have made it seem that she is unaware of some of the most basic debates in education.
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Laura Ascione is the Editorial Director at eSchool Media. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland's prestigious Philip Merrill College of Journalism. Latest posts by Laura Ascione (see all) - Children learn best on paper: We need better technology, not less of it - July 13, 2026
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Laura Ascione is the Editorial Director at eSchool Media. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland's prestigious Philip Merrill College of Journalism.
Latest posts by Laura Ascione (see all)
- Children learn best on paper: We need better technology, not less of it - July 13, 2026
- In districts, reaching readiness, retention, and success - March 5, 2026
- AI use is on the rise, but is guidance keeping pace? - January 2, 2026