The Arkansas LEARNS Act is credited with boosting proficiency scores in math, science, and English, as Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders champions education reforms including vouchers and teacher initiatives.

After battling with Democrats and teacher unions, Texas conservatives are celebrating the successful launch of what is likely to become the largest school-choice program in the country.

Several US states are enacting new legislation aimed at curbing the power and influence of teachers' unions. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed reforms requiring a majority of members for union recognition.

New Republican legislation aims to bypass teachers unions by providing direct payments from Title I funds to parents when schools close for extended periods, allowing families to choose alternative educational options.

Teachers unions in Punjab have lambasted a government move to shift teachers, calling it a 'step to finish middle schools'.