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APS Forward 2040 plan will close, merge, or repurpose 16 schools starting in 2027.
Extensive community input guided attendance zone…
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Quinta Brunson launched a fund to help Philadelphia students access educational field trips.
The initiative starts with her $20,000…
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US Truck Driving Schools Review: A recent US truck driving schools review found nearly 44% of schools may lose approval, with 3,000 fa…
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Singapore Smartphone Rules set to restrict smartphone and smartwatch use for all secondary school students starting January 2026.
N…
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Education Legislation Amendment Bill passes Senate with four key Opposition amendments targeting international education rules.
Ind…
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China civil service exam sees 3.7M applicants competing amid rising economic uncertainty and high youth unemployment.
Age-limit cha…
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Ohio State University plans major academic restructuring, ending eight majors and cutting over 350 courses.
Low-enrollment courses …
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Siakam EdTech Engine drives a new wave of innovation in digital learning and classroom engagement.
The platform expands accessibili…
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Pittsburgh Public Schools board rejects plan to close nine schools, keeping current campuses operational.
District leaders will rea…
The Department of Education is reviewing a new proposal that could change how professional students are classified for federal education loans. The ef…
PebblePad has announced a new PebblePad global partnership with Inside Higher Ed (IHE) and Times Higher Education (THE), two major organizations known…
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Harvard federal research funding is close to being restored after a pause over policy concerns.
Funding supports student research, …
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Graduate nursing programs lose professional degree status, limiting federal loans.
Access to advanced nursing education and career …
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ChatGPT for Teachers offers K–12 educators a secure, FERPA-aligned AI workspace with free access until June 2027.
It includes tools…
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Tsinghua University AI patents now lead globally, surpassing top U.S. institutions.
Strong national backing and industry ties drive…
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Federal education programs are shifting to other agencies for better efficiency.
Changes affect K–12, higher education, Indian Educ…
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Enrollment Down: 17% drop in international students in 2025.
Economic Loss: Over $1B impact, fewer global perspectives on campus.
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Over 70 schools in Australia and several in New Zealand closed after asbestos in play sand was detected.
The recalled sand, used fo…
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Axio Education CEO Todd Zipper was appointed, bringing 20+ years in education and tech.
He succeeds founder Dr. Mark Naufel in expa…
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Rick George to step down after 13 years, becoming emeritus and adviser.
Led key coaching hires, including Deion Sanders.
Oversaw…
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North Carolina teacher licensing rules will now require new teachers to attempt certification exams in their first year.
Teachers m…
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South Korea will pause all flights for 35 minutes during the South Korean college exam to ensure a quiet environment.
Government, m…
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Food Fund Relaunched: Denver Schools Foundation reactivated its Food Security Fund to support families hit by SNAP delays.
High Dem…
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Trump on foreign students – Trump warned that reducing international student numbers would “financially destroy” U.S. universities.
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Deadline: GoCPS applications for 2026–2027 close at 5 p.m. on November 14.
Centralized System: Families can apply to most CPS schoo…
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Fort Worth ISD state takeover confirmed; Christopher Ruszkowski appointed conservator.
Elected school board replaced by appointed b…
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Mississippi universities are joining forces in the Egg Bowl Food Fight to fight student hunger ahead of the Nov. 28 game.
The Grove…
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Music and arts education UK will return to the core curriculum, following Ed Sheeran’s campaign for equal access.
Schools can now o…
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McKinney ISD will repurpose three elementary schools due to declining enrollment.
The move aims to cut costs and optimize resources…
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Trinity Christian College closure set for 2026 over financial struggles.
Students and staff will get support through teach-outs and…
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MacKenzie Scott donates $80M to Howard University to boost student aid, research, and academics.
The gift helps the university navi…
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Christopher Eisgruber interview highlights challenges in academic freedom on campuses.
Research funding in AI and quantum science r…
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Funding Pause: Over 130 Head Start programs may close due to the government shutdown, affecting ~65,000 children.
Impact: Closures …
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EKU will end free textbooks in Fall 2026, offering them at $26 per credit hour instead.
The change ensures compliance with new fede…
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FUSD expands food access with new resources to support families affected by the SNAP pause.
Free school meals continue under Califo…
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Florida universities H1-B hiring is under review to prioritize local talent.
Universities are encouraged to train domestic candidat…
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Boston Public Schools show progress with better attendance, bus reliability, and more AP participation.
Student academic performanc…
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UNI launches the UNI 3-year elementary degree starting in fall 2026.
Students complete the same 120 credits year-round with full cl…
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Ann Arbor 2nd Best College Town: Strong academics and student life.
Student-Centered: 348 of 1,000 residents are students.
Top i…
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Three universities—UPenn, MIT, and Brown—decline the Federal Education Compact.
The compact links funding to reforms in tuition, go…
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AI training for teachers helps educators use AI for lessons and grading.
Training emphasizes responsible AI use and classroom safet…
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Brown rejects federal compact over academic freedom.
Stresses academic autonomy and faculty-led governance.
Sparks debate on fed…
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Schools stay open: Classes, meals, and transportation continue despite the shutdown.
Federal programs delayed: Department of Educat…
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South Carolina measles outbreak reaches 16 cases in low-vaccination schools.
140 students quarantined due to unvaccinated status.
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Grants Restored: Funding for deafblind programs resumed.
One-Year Support: Future funding uncertain.
Critical Services: Stabilit…
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Education Department layoffs threaten IDEA program continuity.
Federal oversight and support for schools are limited.
Millions o…
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Maine DOE launches statewide reading and math plans to boost foundational skills.
Advisory councils will monitor progress and gathe…
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California will ban ultraprocessed foods in schools by 2032.
The goal is better student health and learning.
Schools get support…
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Student loan forgiveness resumes under IBR, offering relief after 20–25 years of payments.
Refunds will be issued for extra payment…
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Phoenix Education IPO raised $136M, valuing the company at $1.14B.
The IPO highlights growth and investor confidence in online, car…
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CFA Level I pass rate drops to 43%.
AI outperforms in CFA exams.
Human judgment remains essential.
The CFA exam results for…
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19% drop in U.S. international student arrivals in August 2025.
Largest declines from Asia and Africa, driven by visa delays.
Im…
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Michigan education budget of $80B boosts per-student funding and school resources.
Expands free pre-K and meal programs.
Provide…
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White House offers funding to nine universities via a new education compact.
Compact requires a tuition freeze, diverse viewpoints,…
Book bans in US schools have become increasingly widespread, with tens of thousands of books removed from school libraries and classrooms in recent ye…
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U.S. college enrollment decline is driving financial strain.
Smaller colleges are most vulnerable.
Adaptation through mergers or…
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Loan payments, Pell Grants, and FAFSA continue.
Forgiveness programs may face delays.
Keep records and stay in touch with servic…
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Funding cut: SNAP-Ed support ends, closing many nutrition programs.
Impact: Students lose cooking classes, gardens, and wellness le…
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MyEdSpace secures €12.8M in Series A funding to expand its EdTech platform.
Plans include scaling teaching teams, adding new subjec…
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The Primary School Library Program will provide libraries to every primary school in England, targeting 1,700 schools without one.
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AI supports learning, not replaces humans.
Cite AI, train, and avoid sensitive data.
AI content is public, reviewed by the commu…
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FAFSA Opens Early – More time for college planning.
Simplified Form – Easier and faster to complete.
High Satisfaction – Positiv…
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CZI Learning Commons launches with AI tools.
Knowledge Graph powers Claude AI for education.
Evaluators ensure AI content accura…
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Florida charter school conversion approved at Newberry Elementary.
Conversion passed despite a split teacher vote.
Expands Flori…
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Melania launches child safety initiative
Global coalition for digital protection
Focus on safety and innovation
First Lady…
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Harvard faces $100 fee per new H-1B hire.
Only new applicants are affected, not current holders.
Universities fear high costs, h…
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Oregon outdoor preschool: Blackberry Academy opens as the first licensed outdoor preschool.
Outdoor learning: Kids explore nature a…
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Hawaii's classrooms debate cellphone use; 95% of teachers see them as distractions.
No statewide policy; rules vary by school.
D…
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Emory offers tuition-free education for families earning under $200K.
The program aims to reduce student debt and improve accessibi…
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Tuition-Free: NC students under $200K income.
Partial Aid: 50% tuition for $200K–$300K families.
Affordable Access: Easier finan…
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U.S. to prioritize patriotic civics grants.
America 250 Coalition to prep schools for 2026.
Funding strengthens civic education.…
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Elon to merge with Queens by August 2026.
Both face enrollment and financial issues.
Students are uncertain about programs and d…
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The Department of Education announced a 48.4% rise in HBCU funding.
The investment aims to boost access and student success.
New…
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Ivy League funds vocational education.
Trade schools get industry-aligned grants.
Vocational training meets workforce needs.
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Student use of AI raises questions about cheating.
New Teaching Methods – Schools shift to in-class work to curb AI misuse.
Upda…
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Google Partnership: PA universities offer free AI training.
AI Skills: Students gain practical AI and career skills.
Impact: Str…
The U.S. Department of Education has announced it will end $350 million in discretionary funding for several grant programs at minority-serving instit…
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UK Super-University: Kent & Greenwich merge in 2026.
Financial Strategy: Ensures long-term sustainability.
No Disruption: St…
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Record-low scores in math, reading, and science.
Officials call it a national emergency despite heavy spending.
Experts suggest …
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350,000 NYC free Chromebooks for students.
$327M investment in devices and the internet.
Focus on equity and responsible use.
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Boost Literacy: Phonics and classical learning.
AI Skills: Safe classroom use.
Discipline & Parents: Fair management, active…
Canada has seen a steep decline in international student visas during the first half of 2025, with nearly 90,000 fewer visas issued compared to the sa…
September 4, 2025 — Microsoft has announced a series of new initiatives to advance AI education and workforce readiness in the United States. The comm…
Teachers in Naperville District 203 have a new four-year contract after the school board unanimously approved an agreement Wednesday that ensure…
Students across New York school districts returned to classrooms this week under new statewide rules banning cellphone use during the school day, and …
Back in the days, schools and colleges focused on how good your memory was. Our education system was focused on memorizing facts, rather than learning…
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Illinois Climate Education Hub Launched – A nonprofit platform to support the new climate education mandate.
Bridging Gaps – Provid…
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UTSA & UT Health merge into a major research university.
Stronger in healthcare, research, and education.
Aiming for global …
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Pearson Study Prep launched in Canada for 1.5M students.
AI + tutors give personalized support.
Prepares students for the digita…
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Visa Cap: The U.S. may limit international student visas to 4 years.
New Rules: Extensions needed for long programs; transfers and …
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More PSLF Golden Letters – Rising approvals show progress in student loan forgiveness.
Program Still Complex – Rules and delays rem…
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CPS may borrow in emergencies to protect schools.
$10.2B budget safeguards classrooms.
TIF surplus helps manage $734M deficit.
…
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U.S. medical students get only 1.2 hours of nutrition training yearly.
HHS proposes mandatory nutrition education in all medical pr…
NASA has officially opened applications for the Student Launch 2026 challenge, inviting middle school, high school, and college teams to design, build…
D.C. schools reopened on Monday with an unusually strong security presence across the city, as families observed National Guard troops and federal law…
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Three-year deal avoids strike, schools open on time.
An agreement ensures stability and supports student success.
Union vote pen…
The University of California has delayed a planned $1.5 billion municipal bond sale that was scheduled for mid-August, a move that could have implicat…
The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) unveiled a five-year strategic plan on Thursday designed to strengthen its special education program an…
U.S.-based computer science education provider iCode is expanding its early childhood offerings by integrating Codie Blocks into classrooms across mor…
The US Education Department has rescinded longstanding guidance for English learners, aiming to shift how schools support language development and aca…