
September 15, 2025 – PBS News Hour full episode
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Educational Crisis: Declining Senior Scores
This chapter examines a troubling report revealing the lowest math and reading scores for high school seniors in over two decades, with a focus on the lack of fundamental skills among nearly one-third of students. Insights from a Harvard expert explore potential reasons for these declines, including the impact of social media and rising absenteeism, while emphasizing the urgent need for improved reading practices.
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