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Trump puts autistic kids in the spotlight and cuts agencies built to protect them -- Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face. -- Aug 24

Researchers and disability rights advocates warn that the dismantling of the Education Department and its erosions of civil rights oversight risk widening the disparities autistic children face.

CBS News - Politics - 36 minutes ago

Illegal immigrant busted in alleged fentanyl ring linked to high school overdoses

Isaac Melendez-Carranza, an illegal immigrant from El Salvador, allegedly dealt fentanyl near Park View High School in Loudoun County, Virginia.

Fox News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Enes Kanter Freedom brought middle-school energy to the WNBA

Multiple reports say the league has ruled him ineligible for the WNBA draft, ending his publicity stunt. But his stint as a "WNBA prospect" got me thinking more broadly about men.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump, McMahon host WH 'Back to School' event, tout education reforms

Education Secretary Linda McMahon has hosted a “Back to School” event at the White House alongside President Donald Trump.

One America News Network - US News - 8 hours ago

Education Secy. McMahon: Roughly 1 in 10 students will experience sexual misconduct or abuse by school personnel before completing high school

Education Secretary Linda McMahon issued a warning regarding safety in American schools, stating that roughly one in ten students will experience sexual misconduct or abuse by school personnel before completing high school.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Randi Weingarten's dirty back-to-school war on Target

The teachers' union honcho has launched an all-out campaign aimed at convincing teachers and parents to steer clear of Target — over petty partisan politics.

New York Post - Opinion - 10 hours ago

Trump Celebrates Start of New School Year in Rose Garden Ceremony

The president was joined by Education Secretary Linda McMahon, star students, and educators from across the country.

Epoch Times - US News - 11 hours ago

School is back in session for CPS students after summer of budget angst

Chicago Public Schools is welcoming back K-12 students on Monday — and still working to rehire staff and incorporate them into schools.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

For children who live on Tonle Sap, Southeast Asia's largest lake, education is a daily struggle.

For children who live on Tonle Sap, Southeast Asia's largest lake, education is a daily struggle. Climate change and fluctuating fuel prices due to the Iran war have forced some children to stay home from school.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 21 hours ago

A member of Rosemont's powerful Stephens family who sits on the Triton College board arrested on drug charges

Mark Stephens, a brother of Rosemont Mayor Bradley Stephens and a son of the late Mayor Donald E. Stephens, was recently arrested during a traffic stop in the far northwest suburbs where police found what they believe to be cocaine.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Hurley Development files plans for retail building near Union High School

A Vancouver developer has plans for a new single-story retail building near Union High School.

The Columbian - Business - 2 days ago

Heather and Hugo met at drama school 40 years ago. They haven't stopped working together since

The long-time collaborators reunite in a drama about a life-changing event that upends a group of 60-something friends.

Sydney Morning Herald - Entertainment - 2 days ago

4 things to watch as new CPS school year starts, from classroom cuts to enrollment counts

Monday marks the start of classes in Chicago Public Schools, bringing with it questions about the district’s budget and the impact of a fully elected school board.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Student Killed In Sword Attack At Swedish School Was 17-Year-Old Girl

An 18-year-old man armed with a sword carried out the attack at the Brinell School in Fagersta, northwest of Stockholm.

Huffington Post - World - 2 days ago

Navigating the journey from childhood home to college [column]

Audiences flocking to theaters for Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” this summer were treated to a masterclass in a very specific kind of grief. It is a sorrow deeply relevant to

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 3 days ago

TPUSA school clash spirals into threats and outrage as mother denies touching, screaming at Indiana teen

An Indiana high school TPUSA leader says a confrontation with a parent over patriotic bracelets at a school event went viral, while both sides offer conflicting reports.

Fox News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

We've Replaced School Security With the Creepiest Possible System -- Nicholas E. Stewart

Students are going back to the most surveilled campuses in American history.

Slate - Politics - 3 days ago

At least 3 injured in sword attack at Swedish high school

At least three people were injured Friday when a sword-wielding attacker struck a high school in central Sweden, prompting a large-scale emergency response...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 days ago

Federal appeals court halts ruling allowing thousands of college players extra year of eligibility

A federal appeals court on Friday temporarily halted a court order that would have granted thousands of athletes who left college after last season an extra year of eligibility.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Wicomico County school board member urges students, families, to support new policies

SALISBURY — Two recently announced policies have Wicomico County Public School students, faculty and families facing unique challenges ahead of the academic year beginning on Sept. 1. The …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Education -- Setting students up to succeed? Why Michigan is ditching first-semester grades.

The University of Michigan says its change will help more students acclimate to the demands of college. Some critics complain of eroding rigor.

Christian Science Monitor - US News - 3 days ago

'Taste for blood': The day my school friends found my secret poetry stash

Edinburgh poet laureate Michael Pedersen took an almighty ribbing when his high school mates unearthed his secret poetry stash.

Sydney Morning Herald - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Costs for back-to-school supplies are expected to be higher. How much would some CPS families spend?

A Deloitte survey of Chicago K-12 parents found they planned to spend $794 per child on back-to-school items this year, up 7% year over year.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

No clear leader in race for Chicago School Board president, poll finds

None of the five candidates had overwhelming support in a recent poll of 600 likely Chicago voters. The Chicago Teachers Union’s pick, Hilario Dominguez, had the most support with 20% of respondents saying they’d vote for him.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

College students can now pay tuition with PayPal or Venmo at some universities

PayPal and Venmo tuition payments are launching at five major universities, but critics warn the digital wallets lack the security of traditional methods.

Fox News - Business - 5 days ago

Court order gives players under pro contracts a chance to return to college sports

NFL teams are deep into training camp, and rosters have to be cut to 53 players by Aug. 30. Many who don't make those clubs could look for a fallback plan in college football, barring a successful appeal by the NCAA.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Mr. Know-It-All: A comic about AI in schools - As a new school year begins, more than half of teens are relying on artificial intelligence to help them complete schoolwork. What do we lose when we invite AI into the classroom? By - Jacob Turcotte

As a new school year begins, more than half of teens are relying on artificial intelligence to help them complete schoolwork. What do we lose when we invite AI into the classroom?

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts at Fresh Start event in Salisbury

Wicomico County Public School students in grades K-12 get a free, fun jumpstart on Back-to-School readiness at the fourth annual Fresh Start event, Sun., Aug. 23, 1-4 PM at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center.

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Felton Community Fire Co. to hold 'Back to School Cruise-In'

FELTON — The Felton Community Fire Co. will hold a Back to School Cruise-In on Friday, Aug. 28, starting at 5:30 p.m. The fire department, located at 9 E. Main St., invites people to bring all …

Bay to Bay News - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Why learning should not stop when school does -- m read

Discover how summer learning helps UAE students build digital skills, human strengths and career-ready confidence beyond the classroom.

Gulf News - Opinion - 7 days ago

Harvard makes massive $2.2B SpaceX bet on Elon Musk's rocket company

Harvard Management Company revealed a $2.2 billion SpaceX stake as university endowments benefit from early investments in Elon Musk’s rocket company

Fox News - Business - 9 days ago

Districtwide CPS support needed for the arts — not just at one high school

Advocating for districtwide arts education in CPS. Also, developing the South and West, reading, renters ordinance, Trump, vaccines and praise for columnists.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 9 days ago

Capital School District Board of Education will hold a special meeting Aug. 18

The Capital School District Board of Education will convene for a special meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 18.

Bay to Bay News - Entertainment - 11 days ago

Downtown Salisbury to host 3rd Friday Back-to-School Bash Aug. 21

To help wrap up summer and prep for the start of school Sept. 1 & 2, The City of Salisbury invites the community to a Back-to-School themed 3rd Friday on August 21, 5-8 PM in Downtown Salisbury. The event is free.

Bay to Bay News - Entertainment - 11 days ago

Stack: Prediction markets await college freshmen

Eighteen-year-old freshmen may not be old enough to place legal sports bets in Delaware. But, this fall, they could nonetheless walk into their dorm rooms, pull out their phones and make the same wagers anyway.

Bay to Bay News - Opinion - 11 days ago

College grads face a global squeeze on entry-level jobs

Unemployment is stubbornly high for young workers in major economies. How young people are charting next steps.

Christian Science Monitor - Business - 13 days ago

Thailand school shooting: What we know so far

At least seven people were killed on Aug 7 when a student opened fire at a school in Thailand. via @straits_times str.sg/viz-bkkshooting

The Straits Times - Top Stories - 14 days ago

Hong Kong street food moved indoors -- Howie Southworth -- Street food in Hong Kong is leaving the curb for shops, malls and apps without losing its old-school soul

Street food in Hong Kong is leaving the curb for shops, malls and apps without losing its old-school soul

Salon - Top Stories - 14 days ago

E-Rate program helps Lancaster County students and school districts, and it shouldn't be cut [editorial]

THE ISSUE: The Federal Communications Commission, under the leadership of Chairman Brendan Carr, is reviewing the federal E-Rate program, which offers internet service at discounted rates to public schools, including

Lancaster Online - Opinion - 19 days ago

Hurray for mandatory school recess! Just wish it was required for older kids, too. [editorial]

The state budget package signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro contained a measure mandating recess for children in kindergarten through fifth grade.

Lancaster Online - Opinion - 1 month ago

Why 529 plans remain a powerful tool for college, trade school savings

Using 529 accounts allows tax-free growth for education savings, and experts say they remain the optimal vehicle to combat rising tuition costs over time.

Fox News - Business - 2 months ago

A New Ban On Trans Girls And Women In School Sports Could Lead To "Invasive Examinations" Of Student-Athletes To Prove Their Gender, Advocates Say

The Republican lawmaker who introduced the bill said it would be enforced via student-athletes’ physical exams.

BuzzFeed News - Politics - 8 months ago

Trump administration's war on public schools comes to Detroit with unpublicized education chief visit

Linda McMahon, an outspoken supporter of charter schools and civil rights rollbacks, is visiting Renaissance High School

Detroit Metro Times - US News - 11 months ago

Lawsuit accuses Jewish school in Oakland County of using public funds to force educator to teach religion

The Hillel Day School allegedly fired a public school teacher after she raised questions about separation of church and state

Detroit Metro Times - US News - 1 year ago

Texas Lawmakers Push to Enforce Election Transparency Law After Newsrooms Found School Districts Failed to Comply

ProPublica and The Texas Tribune found nearly three dozen school districts were missing required campaign finance reports online. Now lawmakers are pushing to impose steep penalties on local governments that fail to abide by the law.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 year ago

CBC Kids News - How acting in my school musical made me a braver person - January 10, 2024

Rasleen Buttar tells the story of how she auditioned for her school musical and got the lead, giving her confidence to try new things.

CBC News - Opinion - 1 year ago