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School Board Meeting in Spotlight: A Call for Change

December 20, 2024

In Chicago, a special school board meeting is causing quite a stir. The meeting, set for Friday evening, has two main points on the agenda: to either fire the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) chief, Pedro Martinez, or offer him a settlement. But some people aren't happy with the timing. Alderman Debra S

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Learning About Jobs and Town Life at Citadel Mall

December 20, 2024

Tucked away in the Citadel Mall, there’s an exciting program called Young AmeriTowne that’s been running for a few weeks. Students from Colorado Springs can experience the fascinating world of work and town management in a hands-on way. Kids from Vanguard School and other local schools have been ta

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Transforming Lives: A School for Kids with Autism

December 20, 2024

Imagine a school where kids with autism can feel safe, understood, and cared for. That's what the Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) offers. This nonprofit school has been helping kids with moderate to severe autism since 1989. They have two campuses in Santa Clara and Sunnyvale, where over

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Lobbying Scandal: Watchdog Group Calls for Stricter Rules

December 19, 2024

Common Cause Rhode Island has filed a complaint against Michael Magee, the former CEO of Chiefs for Change. The complaint alleges that Magee failed to register as a lobbyist, even though he was involved in steering a multimillion-dollar state education contract to the ILO Group. This came after Gove

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New Education Secretary: A Fresh Perspective

December 19, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon as the new Secretary of Education. While some Democrats and legacy media outlets are critical of this choice, others see her as a refreshing pick. Unlike her predecessor, McMahon has a background in business, not just education. McMahon's busine

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Idaho Higher Ed Gets New Rules on Diversity

December 19, 2024

In a recent move, Idaho's higher education institutions got new guidelines. The Idaho State Board of Education unanimously approved new policies. These policies say "no" to DEI ideology – which stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. They don't want these ideas to take the spotlight away from i

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Pharrell Williams' New UNESCO Role: A Surprising Turn

December 19, 2024

Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,

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New York's Top Schools: A Battle Over 'Equity' and Testing

December 19, 2024

Imagine this: some folks in New York City are trying to change how kids get into the best public high schools. They say it's about being fair, or "equity, " but it's causing a lot of worry for families. The city's Panel for Education Policy is voting on whether to keep using a special test to get in

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Brett Favre's Voice on School Assignments and Kids' Safety

December 19, 2024

Brett Favre, the legendary NFL quarterback, has been making waves off the field with his strong opinions on various topics. One of his latest stances involves a school assignment that asked students to act out being LGBTQ and “coming out. ” Favre criticized this assignment, saying he wouldn’t have m

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Fear in the Classroom: How Immigration Politics Affects Young Learners

December 19, 2024

In Philadelphia, an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher has noticed a significant shift in their students' attitudes. Many of these students, ranging from kindergarten to eighth grade, are immigrants who have arrived in the U. S. within the past four years. The teacher shares that the older s