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A Year of Consequences: The Story of an Assistant Principal's Certificate Suspension Amid Allegations of Deception

August 27, 2024

In a shocking turn of events, the certificate of an assistant principal has been suspended for a year due to accusations of falsified documents and unresponded notices. This tale of deceit and negligence raises questions about the integrity of our education system and the accountability of its lead

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Fiscal Face-Off: Weaver Takes on Richland One over Contentious Early Learning Center

August 27, 2024

In a sternly-worded letter, South Carolina State Superintendent Ellen Weaver has called upon Richland County School District One to halt construction on its controversial Vince Ford Early Learning Center. This demand follows an investigation that placed the district under heightened fiscal scrutiny,

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Oklahoma's Education Board Strips License from Teacher for Book-Ban Protest

August 27, 2024

In a controversial move, the Oklahoma Board of Education has revoked the teaching license of Summer Boismier, a former teacher who gained national attention for her book-ban protest in 2022. Boismier, who now works at the Brooklyn Public Library in New York City, had covered part of her classroom b

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The Great FAFSA Fumble: How Political Turmoil Threatens Financial Aid and College Diversity

August 27, 2024

The much-anticipated Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been plagued by problems this year, causing anxiety for students, families, and educational institutions. A series of glitches and delays have forced the Education Department to postpone the FAFSA launch for the 2025-26 academ

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Tumultuous FAFSA Rollout: A Threat to College Enrollment and Diversity?

August 27, 2024

The Department of Education has recently acknowledged the difficulties faced by students, families, and postsecondary institutions during the latest FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) launch. A recent survey by the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU)

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Unveiling Neglect: Massachusetts' Mistake in Placing Autistic Students at Shrub Oak International School

August 27, 2024

In October 2022, Uxbridge mother Elizabeth Carlson received a puzzling photo of her 18-year-old autistic son, Matthew, with a black eye. The email from Shrub Oak International School mentioned that Matthew was 'doing fine and slowly adjusting.' Little did Carlson know that Matthew should have never

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High School Football Star Faizon Brandon Takes Legal Action Against North Carolina's NIL Ban

August 27, 2024

Faizon Brandon, a highly-touted high school quarterback and the top-ranked recruit in the Class of 2026, has filed a lawsuit against the North Carolina State Board of Education over its prohibition of endorsement deals for student-athletes of public high schools. Brandon, who is committed to Tennes

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Winning the Battle Against Cellphones: A New Era of Student Engagement

August 27, 2024

In the fight against the addictive allure of screens, schools are devising innovative strategies to re-engage students and combat the 'gradual apathy pandemic'. The rise of social media and the lingering effects of the post-COVID era have contributed to a decline in student participation and mental

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Unmasking the Deception: The Truth Behind the State Education Department's Test Score Delays

August 27, 2024

In a shocking revelation, the State Education Department (SED) and its governing body, the Board of Regents, have been exposed for their deliberate attempts to obscure the dismal performance of public schools, particularly those serving minority students. The current practice of releasing 'prelimina

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Florida's Chaplaincy Program: A Controversial Attempt to Merge Religion and Education

August 27, 2024

Florida's new chaplaincy program, authorized by HB 931, has sparked controversy and debate among educators, parents, and religious groups. The program, which allows schools to authorize religious figures to offer counseling on campus, has been met with criticism from those who believe it could lead