https://www.cbsnews.com/ Cbs Mornings School Matters From CBSNews.com Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:59:59 -0400 5 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-one-school-district-is-turning-to-ai-to-solve-bus-driver-shortage/ A severe school bus driver shortage has left many students without reliable transportation but a district in Colorado Springs has found a high-tech solution. Tue, 28 May 2024 10:07:00 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/05/24/68fc2078-9e15-4818-b2ac-d26a4b31cf06/thumbnail/60x60/9f79a2f37613d62ce3d1a6ebb457d2c8/gettyimages-1136042971.jpg 659b264b-cfac-46a3-8fa2-88005bb9f666 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/missy-testerman-a-teacher-for-over-30-years-is-the-national-teacher-of-the-year/ Missy Testerman, National Teacher of the Year winner, is an elementary teacher in Rogersville, Tennessee. She has been a teacher for over 30 years and is also currently an English as a second language program director. Fri, 03 May 2024 20:01:25 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/04/03/7aa846d7-c466-4401-9cb0-5a0b0f200cb4/thumbnail/60x60/c56231274bebcfa519b41c34c4e35957/0403-cmo-teacheroftheyear-testerman-mid-2807762-640x360.jpg 68005907-67eb-4cf9-8290-f30387426ab5 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/tennessee-lawmakers-consider-bill-that-would-allow-teachers-to-carry-firearms-in-classrooms/ In the wake of a deadly shooting at Nashville's Covenant School, Tennessee lawmakers have introduced a polarizing bill that would permit teachers to carry firearms in classrooms. Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:21:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/04/23/a36a31f3-dc1a-47a5-bc06-645ca6b58932/thumbnail/60x60/dd684b561862365ffd9173ab40de6c9d/0423-cmo-tngunsinschools-strassmann-mid-2856876-640x360.jpg 7272c964-8950-4fd9-b814-228669b9019c https://www.cbsnews.com/video/new-fafsa-form-rollout-causes-headaches-for-incoming-students/ Congress mandated changes in an attempt to simplify the FAFSA form. However, it was launched months later than usual, and glitches and technical delays have plagued the form's rollout for millions of students who are up against a May 1 deadline. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 03:21:24 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/04/03/0a5d7cae-75ee-4849-8a8b-6235b6a124c0/thumbnail/60x60/8983e62e1d7eb6b08c7e03031d67b1da/0403-cmo-fafsafunding-macfarlane-mid-2807664-640x360.jpg a41f7a6b-90f0-4e42-a905-8a772e6a5a41 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/first-lady-jill-biden-surprises-national-teacher-of-the-year-missy-testerman/ First lady Jill Biden surprises Missy Testerman, the National Teacher of the Year winner. Testerman has been a teacher for over 30 years. Thu, 04 Apr 2024 03:19:34 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2024/04/03/9fcf18ee-9b28-4f30-835c-c4fc32eb01c7/thumbnail/60x60/8468f3df1e55537ef49a7e13adc2d6c7/0403-cmo-teachersurprise-biden-mid-2807788-640x360.jpg 7374f5ef-3974-4ad8-9c40-811f06365a12 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/tulsa-teacher-named-teacher-of-the-year-surprised-with-message-from-first-lady/ Rebecka Peterson, a high school math teacher at Union High School in Tulsa, Oklahoma, was named the 2023 National Teacher of the Year by the Council of Chief State School Officers. She joins "CBS Mornings" for the exclusive announcement to share her story, and is surprised with touching messages from first lady Jill Biden and some of her former students. Fri, 26 Jan 2024 10:10:54 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/04/19/b0f1f398-2740-4b17-8c63-443f4b523528/thumbnail/60x60/e506324fc7f22d4ed6423c666169e61b/0419-cbsm-teacheroftheyear-peterson-1897209-640x360.jpg 5b253828-d6d6-4597-a2ab-a94edd5eaa02 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/psychologist-lisa-damour-breaks-down-rise-of-student-absenteeism-at-schools-across-us/ Psychologist Lisa Damour joins "CBS Mornings" for a closer look at chronic student absenteeism across U.S. schools and what can be done to curb the growing trend. Fri, 26 Jan 2024 05:40:51 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/09/20/214bf4a3-c5c8-4464-af97-ad061c6e7604/thumbnail/60x60/35b59c758116796e7d925f12815cc4d7/0920-cmo-sm-absenteeism-damour-mid-2305296-640x360.jpg 42657331-dcf9-45df-87bb-1f37776003fd https://www.cbsnews.com/video/gayle-king-catches-up-with-her-high-school-teacher-and-reflects-on-her-special-senior-year/ Roger Heathcote was Gayle King's teacher in high school. He and his wife Peggy let Gayle live with them her senior year when her family had to move cross-country for her father's job. They join us on "CBS Mornings" to talk about what she was like in high school. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:25:01 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/09/01/34b66e44-75fd-494b-a4f3-914c84ae55cd/thumbnail/60x60/fb615668a23b8e969b083650675de060/0901-cmo-inspireteacher-king-2256300-640x360.jpg 70ac2b74-24ff-4584-b330-830f504619fe https://www.cbsnews.com/video/school-matters-teacher-barbara-talley-receives-surprise-donation-for-food-pantry/ As part of our "School Matters" series, we've been highlighting important issues inside America's schools. Sixth grade teacher Ms. Barbara Talley joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her middle school's free food pantry that helps students focus in the classroom — and she receives a surprise donation furnished from Kind Snacks. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 10:09:01 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/09/01/eebc3bd3-8b36-495f-a410-050763f7eb7e/thumbnail/60x60/3c841756001c6f2d5fe3ad7ac74e7c23/0901-cmo-smpantry-talley-2256278-640x360.jpg 606ee7a5-fa5e-46ec-9bf7-06366e169dc2 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/amid-skilled-labor-shortage-some-high-schools-put-renewed-emphasis-on-career-education/ After decades of declining enrollment in vocational arts programs, a skilled labor shortage is prompting some high schools to place a renewed emphasis on career education. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil has the story. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 13:23:01 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/31/3fac9568-71f9-42d5-a115-68a7be48255b/thumbnail/60x60/bb5ef0b9641a1656be5fe33c961bcb40/0831-cmo-education-dokoupil-2252982-640x360.jpg dee4bd60-ef63-4479-9ec4-5637ec0849c8 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/tips-for-saving-on-back-to-school-shopping-amid-rising-prices/ Families across the country are dealing with rising prices for back-to-school shopping. With the cost of school supplies up more than 24% in the last two years, CBS News' Janet Shamlian looks at how it's impacting families and finds some ways to save. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:33:01 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/31/13dc097d-2816-47c9-b415-ab9c8a0a06c8/thumbnail/60x60/fd7151a5e8f97f83ccc97925f5544e38/0831-cmo-school-shamlian-2253059-640x360.jpg 9242ed81-7c86-4f3b-9742-1638d7f35825 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/california-middle-school-student-and-aspiring-journalist-joins-talk-of-the-table/ Payton Lee is a student reporter at her middle school in Palo Alto, California. She is learning how to shoot, edit and anchor her school's morning news program. She joins "CBS Mornings" for a special back-to-school edition of Talk of the Table. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:46:01 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/31/a2cdae93-1639-4684-a42a-0975cc347f32/thumbnail/60x60/a99baaec4b8da0a2ff9cdf36d0e76c1a/0831-cmo-leeqa-2252961-640x360.jpg 7ff9ad47-124d-467a-b4d7-4c93d96379c9 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/911inform-aims-to-improve-school-safety-response-time-in-cases-of-emergency/ About 80% of school shooting victims die of preventable wounds, often because first responders can't get there fast enough. CBS News' Meg Oliver visits a school in New Jersey that has deployed 911Inform, a security monitoring program designed to speed up response times. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:35:57 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/31/87e180c3-7a53-4216-90dc-673d2189b3c0/thumbnail/60x60/3ccaa6026f6ca496104263beaa359beb/0831-cmo-911-oliver-2252923-640x360.jpg 4b0607a0-645d-4009-96cb-e6656cf3797b https://www.cbsnews.com/video/school-counselors-discuss-the-importance-of-youth-mental-health-provide-tips-for-parents/ Meredith Draughn, 2023 School Counselor of the Year, and Brian Coleman, 2019 School Counselor of the Year and Board Chair, Illinois School Counselors Association, join "CBS Mornings" School Matters series to discuss students' mental health as they transition into the 2023 academic year. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:40:02 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/30/f1464ea7-94b3-48e8-8289-a257a8b71912/thumbnail/60x60/dfb30071b6af78962419f41f127e8f2c/0830-cmo-schoolcounselors-draughn-2249779-640x360.jpg e05f439c-d2cf-4f76-8505-a0735a4e8b7c https://www.cbsnews.com/video/18-year-old-advocate-luc-swensson-on-improving-youth-mental-health/ Luc Swensson, an 18-year-old mental health advocate, joins "CBS Mornings" for School Matters week to discuss his mission to change the conversation around kids' mental health. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 11:14:01 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/29/2bf8d3e7-432e-4120-ac62-28be228eb5c7/thumbnail/60x60/31eba72f8670ecca41289849fd12851c/0829-cmo-smmhyouthadvocate-swenson-2246540-640x360.jpg 0022a619-071a-410b-b391-a1203f57538d https://www.cbsnews.com/video/school-matters-grammy-winner-j-ivy-praises-high-school-teacher-for-believing-in-him/ Grammy winner J. Ivy thanked his high school teacher during his acceptance speech last February. "CBS Mornings" lead national correspondent David Begnaud caught up with both of them at the high school theater where Ivy made his first public appearance as a performance poet to learn more about their special relationship. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 10:56:01 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/29/7756bc89-b946-4209-a7cf-51346eb0d9b4/thumbnail/60x60/799f18459a5ebb59767189dea41cf8a8/0829-cmo-smjivy-beganuad-2246482-640x360.jpg ee3c3a5d-85ae-48d1-b7ab-651e6901e26f https://www.cbsnews.com/video/exclusive-back-to-school-discounts-on-cbs-mornings-deals/ In a special School Matters edition of CBS Mornings Deals, lifestyle host Gayle Bass shows us four products, including Izod backpacks , that might set your family up for a successful school year. Visit cbsdeals.com to take advantage of these exclusive deals today. CBS earns commissions on purchases made through cbsdeals.com. Tue, 29 Aug 2023 10:50:00 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/29/a7ab464f-95dc-4e18-b1b1-e36f5ea8d789/thumbnail/60x60/cbf9a9d462acf9ced2e65af3d6f00b13/0829-cmo-cbsmdeals-2246565-640x360.jpg 868e5f25-a8d0-426a-9c4c-eba72c805f28 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/georgia-school-district-brings-ai-into-k-12-classrooms/ A school district in Gwinnett County, Georgia, is pioneering an AI-driven curriculum, integrating artificial intelligence into all subjects from social studies to art. CBS News' Christina Ruffini looks at how teachers and students are embracing the technology in the classroom – and how teachers are addressing skepticism. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 11:31:01 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/28/2c0fc48e-070a-4c39-97d7-eefc1b9a0d29/thumbnail/60x60/94db2de200731b8351303dc01d2345cc/0828-cmo-curriculumai-ruffini-2243364-640x360.jpg 86123dad-6e85-4a93-bcb9-0f03ebbc24a6 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/school-matters-education-in-america/ "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil kicks off our "School Matters" series by examining the state of the education system in America today. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 10:57:01 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/08/28/195e8432-b784-42b4-9889-c7f57be59bff/thumbnail/60x60/e8c4c8fdcc1734dfc0aa4a55809b578e/0828-cmo-education-dokoupil-2243508-640x360.jpg 2a85468a-5909-47ec-93a1-82c8f63d65b8 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/beygoods-ivy-mcgregor-on-how-beyonces-renaissance-tour-supports-education-and-entrepreneurs/ Only on "CBS Mornings," executive director Ivy McGregor of Beyoncé's BeyGOOD Foundation reveals two new initiatives to support education and entrepreneurs alongside the global superstar's upcoming Renaissance World Tour. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:37:17 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/04/20/533d51e9-c51b-4bdf-8f1c-cc133eda4c97/thumbnail/60x60/b9af7963b20662212ee4a2f77108e6e8/0420-cbsm-beygood-mcgregor-1900391-640x360.jpg badabcb8-7de5-4f93-acd4-37a481d7cea8 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/decades-add-up-for-a-virginia-math-teacher-in-his-90s-still-on-the-job-at-the-same-high-school/ As a teacher shortage looms nationwide, one educator in his 90s has been teaching math at the same Virginia high school since 1959. CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane speaks with the dedicated teacher who says he has no plans to retire. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 20:36:56 -0400 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/04/20/51aeb7b8-7400-488e-ab03-adcffc73d813/thumbnail/60x60/5d5ae8a21842a798983a7d66bed0b4fa/0420-cbsm-91yearoldteacher-macfarlane-1900435-640x360.jpg a9587b0f-1206-490a-b4cd-6d6a2a2c08fa https://www.cbsnews.com/video/what-families-need-to-know-about-the-cost-of-college-and-student-loans/ CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the cost of paying for college. She shares what students and families need to know about financial aid packages, how high-interest rates could impact student loans, and some resources for students and families. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 16:21:48 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/04/19/49693479-b1f4-4f5c-aefd-f568d8f131fa/thumbnail/60x60/4a71e42f66a8d47e6a3634612fc1fa2e/0419-cbsm-collegecost-schlesinger-1897199-640x360.jpg eea01957-3486-4ce5-a6da-438a14af6819 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/levar-burton-and-jenny-mackenzie-discuss-new-documentary-the-right-to-read/ "The Right To Read" executive producer LeVar Burton and director Jenny Mackenzie join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new documentary about the literacy crisis in the U.S. and how there is a disconnect between science and how kids are taught to read in schools. Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:08:52 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/03/02/e5e067c5-5f2a-451e-a09e-983ba7858593/thumbnail/60x60/0afc7a63b63d41081c499433bdcb89bc/0302-cbsm-therighttoread-burton-1760597-640x360.jpg efd6e45f-483f-4fb4-91b4-9dfcba7fc372 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/school-program-gives-teens-struggling-with-mental-health-tools-to-overcome-difficult-emotions/ A high school class helps teens struggling with mental health learn tools to understand and process their feelings. In our "Kids in Crisis" series, students tell us how the program is helping them thrive academically and emotionally. Meg Oliver reports. Fri, 03 Mar 2023 13:56:06 -0500 https://assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/03/01/929fb0c9-0339-430a-930d-fc06400cf36a/thumbnail/60x60/3122be5d61e8590138ba0ba5a0f4f982/0301-cbsm-teenmentalhealth-oliver-1757135-640x360.jpg 92f1dd70-70c4-4434-9647-92bcdf428971 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/college-board-officials-reveal-controversial-african-american-studies-course-content/ The College Board is revealing framework for its new AP African American Studies program first on "CBS Mornings." The course will cover history and the arts and focus on primary sources over theories. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 16:34:26 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/02/01/98fa9a5a-d085-4375-8363-8be680e66ab9/thumbnail/60x60/5e7867b9420046fcf402764a05e6b410/0201-cbsm-collegeboard-qna-1674970-640x360.jpg 8292b0dd-c23e-4563-9d9d-242b14cc066e https://www.cbsnews.com/video/schools-nationwide-rack-up-thousands-in-debt-to-cover-student-meals/ Student lunch debt doesn't discriminate. Families earning less than $52,000 a year can apply for free or reduced meals at school. On a visit to a Pennsylvania town, Meg Oliver found a diverse district where students live in mobile homes and mansions, and where administrators are fielding a growing number of calls from parents who say they can't pay for meals. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:46:21 -0500 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2023/01/18/3b4a037d-5617-49af-97ff-c31ea3d07a82/thumbnail/60x60/2ce6fe646f0203dc1ac96f6d80a864b2/0118-cbsm-schoollunchdebt-oliver-1635065-640x360.jpg 4bf56a39-70c3-4f1a-b36f-81996fb59e23 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/unacceptable-levels-of-radioactive-contamination-found-at-missouri-elementary-school/ A recent report found significant radioactive contamination at an elementary school in Missouri where nuclear weapons were produced during World War II. Schools in the area are switching to virtual as parents are outraged. Adriana Diaz reports. Wed, 19 Oct 2022 15:48:36 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/10/19/20381b35-bc1b-4ef5-b29a-6df256392732/thumbnail/60x60/c9bcc7c363d8fb8bacd22ad83d3db267/1019-cbsm-moschoolnuke-diaz-1390048-640x360.jpg 85585af1-0a97-46e8-9024-3377c3300623 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/cdc-draft-report-points-to-possible-easing-of-covid-restrictions-in-schools/ CBS News has obtained a draft report that indicates COVID restrictions in the classroom having to do with testing and social distancing could soon be eased. While not final, the recommendations could also lift quarantine recommendations for those exposed to the virus, whether they are vaccinated or not. Nancy Chen reports. Fri, 12 Aug 2022 03:51:35 -0400 https://assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/08/08/de4d6ea5-8932-4b6c-97fb-043878a25652/thumbnail/60x60/e71c49ad2a418f8b87d9cb66756be857/0808-cbsmornings-covidandschools-1182183-640x360.jpg 5f8e879c-cfac-4739-9f5e-056a70831374 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/school-lunch-programs-feel-pinch-of-rising-food-prices-shortages-and-supply-chain-issues/ Nationwide, school lunch programs are grappling with the rising food prices and ingredient shortages due to supply chain disruptions. CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane spoke to school lunch administrators who are struggling to put together the weekly lunch menus. Mon, 23 May 2022 19:37:59 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2022/05/23/f1041f88-148a-4c99-b599-02c0a9571efa/thumbnail/60x60/9deb0482c352778bf642b26b244933c4/0523-ctm-inflationschoollunch-1025094-640x360.jpg 5fbbbc8e-5342-4a36-9cfd-72d72ce06d77 https://www.cbsnews.com/video/biden-administration-calls-on-school-districts-to-create-vaccine-clinics-for-young-students/ More than 360,000 children under the age of 12 have received at least one dose of Pfizer's vaccine. First lady Dr. Jill Biden toured an elementary school in Virginia acting as a vaccine clinic to push more school districts to do the same. Nikki Battiste reports. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:05:33 -0400 https://assets1.cbsnewsstatic.com/hub/i/r/2021/11/09/a4fa1a0c-b2ef-4302-9f31-f8186a8cc45b/thumbnail/60x60/46f01ac677bfe5f2116a2911a833d35f/1109-cbsmornings-schoolsvaccine-batiste-832633-640x360.jpg 89f28e0c-a99c-462c-b7e4-6aa5f18b9154