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Closing the Special Ed Gap in Massachusetts

November 13, 2024

Education in Massachusetts is facing a big challenge. Some students, especially those from rich families, are getting more help for their special needs. This is leaving behind low-income and minority students. Experts say it's like a maze – wealthy families find shortcuts, while others get lost. One

politics

Who Will Lead Trump's Education Team?

November 13, 2024

President-elect Trump is considering several names for his Education secretary. Some are state superintendents, while others are from outside organizations. The choice could signal Trump's plans for the department, which he has discussed eliminating. Experts suggest Trump might pick a strong state

politics

Democrats' Push for Trans Rights: Too Fast?

November 12, 2024

Republicans have historically been slow to support civil rights, including interracial marriage and LGBTQ+ rights. Now, the debate surrounding trans rights has become a hot topic, especially leading up to the presidential election. Democratic Representative Seth Moulton recently sparked controversy

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Tiffany Justice: A Fresh Voice for Education

November 12, 2024

Tiffany Justice, one of the founders of Moms for Liberty, is making waves as a potential candidate for the Education Secretary position. Even though she might face some challenges during the confirmation process, her communication skills are top-notch. Interestingly, her lack of a college degree cou

education

Educators in Coeur d'Alene Ask for Longer Levy Terms

November 12, 2024

School leaders from Coeur d'Alene and Post Falls recently met with lawmakers to discuss changing the terms of supplemental levies. Currently, these levies can only be approved for two years or permanently. The superintendents, Shon Hocker and Dena Naccarato, explained that frequent voting on levies

environment

Polluted Air in Punjab: A Danger for 11 Million Kids

November 11, 2024

Pakistan's Punjab province is facing a severe air pollution crisis. Over 11 million children under five are at risk, according to the United Nations Children’s Fund (Unicef). The air quality in Punjab is so bad that it's called a "calamity. " Schools and public spaces are closed until November 17 to

education

Saskatchewan's Digital Adventure: Teaching Treaty History

November 11, 2024

In Saskatchewan, where learning about treaties is a must for schools, a research team spent two years with elementary teachers. They used digital storytelling to make treaty history lively and interesting. The team included a teacher, a researcher, and a Cree knowledge keeper who shared their experi

education

Schools in Payson Score High in State Assessment

November 11, 2024

You might be wondering, "How are the schools in Payson doing? " Well, they've just gotten a solid "B" on the state report card. That's pretty good, right? Imagine only 31 states and territories participated in this assessment. That's a lot of places! Payson schools didn't just get this grade for fu

health

Kidney Transplants: Why More Specialists Are Needed

November 10, 2024

Kidney transplants are the best option for people with advanced kidney disease. They also save healthcare costs. But, these patients need special care from doctors who know a lot about transplants. These are called transplant nephrologists. They have to know a lot about checking if patients are good

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Rethinking Suicide: Beyond Public Health

November 10, 2024

When we talk about suicide, it's often framed as a public health issue. But is that the whole story? This essay takes a step back to explore the deeper meanings and historical contexts behind suicide. Drawing on ideas from thinkers like Michel Foucault, Primo Levi, and Judith Butler, we'll challenge