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#california
US news
fromSan Jose Inside
1 day ago

Trump's Vow To Revoke Chinese Student Visas Could Hurt California Colleges

Revoking Chinese student visas may impact 50,000 students in California, worsening financial issues for the state's universities.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
55 minutes ago
SF parents

Prove the haters wrong': How one California community college student strives to overcome homelessness

California's community college students face significant homelessness issues, affecting their education and well-being.
US news
fromSan Jose Inside
1 day ago

Trump's Vow To Revoke Chinese Student Visas Could Hurt California Colleges

Revoking Chinese student visas may impact 50,000 students in California, worsening financial issues for the state's universities.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
55 minutes ago

Prove the haters wrong': How one California community college student strives to overcome homelessness

California's community college students face significant homelessness issues, affecting their education and well-being.
#history
Online Community Development
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

She left small town for Harvard but found herself looking back - Harvard Gazette

Lilian Smith's thesis explores the history of resistance against white supremacy in Coeur d'Alene, advocating for confronting uncomfortable historical truths.
Online Community Development
fromHarvard Gazette
3 days ago

She left small town for Harvard but found herself looking back - Harvard Gazette

Lilian Smith's thesis explores the history of resistance against white supremacy in Coeur d'Alene, advocating for confronting uncomfortable historical truths.
#oakland-unified-school-district
SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

As Oakland Schools Superintendent Steps Down, Controversies Rage Over Alleged Threats of Violence

The Oakland Unified School District ended the school year amid controversy, including the abrupt dismissal of its superintendent and threats against principals.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

OUSD board picks an interim superintendent: a former principal, administrator, and union head

SF parents
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

As Oakland Schools Superintendent Steps Down, Controversies Rage Over Alleged Threats of Violence

The Oakland Unified School District ended the school year amid controversy, including the abrupt dismissal of its superintendent and threats against principals.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago
East Bay (California)

OUSD board picks an interim superintendent: a former principal, administrator, and union head

#student-life
fromIndependent
3 days ago
UK news

Leaving Cert diary: 'I'm aiming for over 500 points - I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous'

fromIndependent
3 days ago
UK news

Leaving Cert diary: 'I'm aiming for over 500 points - I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous'

#politics
fromFuncheap
9 hours ago

Field Trip to Muir Woods

Coast Redwoods, the tallest trees on Earth, thrive on the Pacific Coast, showcasing remarkable resilience against various potential stressors like droughts and fires.
San Francisco
#critical-thinking
fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago
Digital life

People Over 40 Are Revealing The Basic Things Younger People Are Ignorant Toward

fromBuzzFeed
2 days ago
Digital life

People Over 40 Are Revealing The Basic Things Younger People Are Ignorant Toward

#civil-rights
LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Justice Department to investigate California, back lawsuit over transgender kids in sports

Federal investigation launched into California's policies on transgender student athletes competing in sports.
Trump administration seeks to curtail transgender rights by supporting investigations against California schools.
fromLI Press
1 day ago
NYC parents

McMahon demands state Education Department lift ban on Native American imagery in public schools

fromNew York Post
1 day ago
Washington Redskins

Trump's education secretary threatens federal civil rights lawsuit over Long Island high school being forced to ditch Chiefs mascot

LGBT
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Justice Department to investigate California, back lawsuit over transgender kids in sports

Federal investigation launched into California's policies on transgender student athletes competing in sports.
Trump administration seeks to curtail transgender rights by supporting investigations against California schools.
fromLI Press
1 day ago
NYC parents

McMahon demands state Education Department lift ban on Native American imagery in public schools

fromNew York Post
1 day ago
Washington Redskins

Trump's education secretary threatens federal civil rights lawsuit over Long Island high school being forced to ditch Chiefs mascot

#job-market
fromFast Company
1 day ago
Startup companies

A third of Gen Z feels 'pressure' to become social media creators-and most say their schools encourage it

fromFuturism
1 day ago
Tech industry

"Learn to Code" Backfires Spectacularly as Comp-Sci Majors Suddenly Have Sky-High Unemployment

fromFast Company
1 day ago
Startup companies

A third of Gen Z feels 'pressure' to become social media creators-and most say their schools encourage it

fromFuturism
1 day ago
Tech industry

"Learn to Code" Backfires Spectacularly as Comp-Sci Majors Suddenly Have Sky-High Unemployment

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Lights, camera, fractions: how Harry Potter TV actors will juggle Hogwarts with real lessons

This Harry Potter series is fairly unique in that it is child-based. The children are the stars and they are going to be on screen all the time...
NYC parents
#leaving-cert
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Higher education

'Be stubborn with your ambition, but flexible about how you get there' - Irish celebrities on their Leaving Cert experience

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Higher education

'Be stubborn with your ambition, but flexible about how you get there' - Irish celebrities on their Leaving Cert experience

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Higher education

'Be stubborn with your ambition, but flexible about how you get there' - Irish celebrities on their Leaving Cert experience

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Higher education

'Be stubborn with your ambition, but flexible about how you get there' - Irish celebrities on their Leaving Cert experience

#oakland
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Mission District

Thursday Morning What's Up: That Square Corner Store' Has Opened in the Former Lucca Ravioli

fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Mission District

Thursday Morning What's Up: That Square Corner Store' Has Opened in the Former Lucca Ravioli

#tragedy
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Beloved Oakland teacher killed by driver after CHP terminated pursuit, officials say

A beloved teacher, Marvin Boomer, was tragically killed after being struck by a vehicle involved in a police pursuit that had been called off.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Beloved Oakland teacher killed by driver after CHP terminated pursuit, officials say

A beloved teacher, Marvin Boomer, was tragically killed after being struck by a vehicle involved in a police pursuit that had been called off.
#scripps-national-spelling-bee
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

Cal student, 27, heads national spelling bee's word-picking team; a Maybeck home's listed at under $1M

Frank Cahill, once a participant in the National Spelling Bee, now curates the word list as a doctoral student in literature.
Education
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

Top Colleges Now Value What Founders Have Always Hired For | Entrepreneur

Character is crucial in determining success, not just credentials.
East Bay (California)
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

'Shocking loss': Oakland teacher ID'd as bystander who died during police chase

A beloved Oakland teacher was tragically killed during a police pursuit, highlighting ongoing community concerns about the safety of high-speed chases.
#spelling-bee
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago
SF parents

Why Indian American Kids Dominate the National Spelling Bee

Indian Americans dominate the Scripps National Spelling Bee, with 30 of the last 36 champions being Indian Americans.
fromDefector
2 days ago
Boston food

Confessions Of A Spelling Bee Pronouncer | Defector

The Binder is essential for the annual Boston Citywide Spelling Bee, ensuring operational security around the competition's word list.
SF parents
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why Indian American Kids Dominate the National Spelling Bee

Indian Americans dominate the Scripps National Spelling Bee, with 30 of the last 36 champions being Indian Americans.
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

TUI members vote to accept senior cycle redevelopment measures

The TUI believes that the measures negotiated are the best achievable, indicating ongoing concerns among members regarding the redevelopment process and the implementation timeline.
Higher education
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Neighbors hear gunshots, target seeks refuge in Marshall Elementary School

Gunfire occurred near a school during morning arrival times, raising community concerns.
#new-york-city
NYC parents
fromNBC News
3 days ago

NYC high school student detained by ICE after scheduled court appearance

A Venezuelan student was detained by ICE after a court hearing, sparking community outrage and calls for his release.
fromGothamist
1 day ago
NYC parents

NYC school field trips frequently become fiascos because buses don't show, parents say

NYC parents
fromNBC News
3 days ago

NYC high school student detained by ICE after scheduled court appearance

A Venezuelan student was detained by ICE after a court hearing, sparking community outrage and calls for his release.
fromGothamist
1 day ago
NYC parents

NYC school field trips frequently become fiascos because buses don't show, parents say

#trump-administration
US news
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Trump suggests 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard, says he wants Ivy 'to be great again'

Trump suggests halving international student enrollment at Harvard to prioritize American students and trade schools.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

My stomach just dropped': foreign students in panicked limbo as Trump cancels visa interviews

International students face uncertainty due to a halt in US student visa appointments and increased scrutiny of applicants amid changing policies.
US news
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

What We Know About the Trump Administration's Crackdown on Chinese Students

U.S. targets Chinese students with potential visa revocations amid broader restrictions on international enrollment.
US news
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Trump suggests 15% cap on foreign students at Harvard, says he wants Ivy 'to be great again'

Trump suggests halving international student enrollment at Harvard to prioritize American students and trade schools.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

My stomach just dropped': foreign students in panicked limbo as Trump cancels visa interviews

International students face uncertainty due to a halt in US student visa appointments and increased scrutiny of applicants amid changing policies.
US news
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

What We Know About the Trump Administration's Crackdown on Chinese Students

U.S. targets Chinese students with potential visa revocations amid broader restrictions on international enrollment.
#international-students
#harvard
Online learning
fromOpen Culture
2 days ago

Harvard Lets You Take 133 Free Online Courses: Explore Courses on Justice, American Government, Literature, Religion, CompSci & More

Habodeu symbolizes Harvard's prestigious reputation in South Korea, with many aspiring to its connection.
Online learning
fromOpen Culture
2 days ago

Harvard Lets You Take 133 Free Online Courses: Explore Courses on Justice, American Government, Literature, Religion, CompSci & More

Habodeu symbolizes Harvard's prestigious reputation in South Korea, with many aspiring to its connection.
Education
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

5 Phases Every Teacher of Beginning Literacy Should Know

Automatic word reading and spelling are crucial for academic success.
Children progress through five observable phases of literacy development, informing teaching strategies.
#mental-health
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 days ago

5 Best Note-Taking Tools & Gadgets For Design Students To Perfectly Capture Ideas - Yanko Design

Ideas don't wait for the perfect moment; design students need flexible tools to capture inspiration anywhere, whether in studios or during critiques.
Graphic design
US news
fromtime.com
2 days ago

How Trump's Crackdown on International Students Could Escalate Trade Tensions With China

U.S. visa revocation policy for Chinese students creates significant uncertainty affecting their education and housing decisions.
Miami food
fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Do you know an unsung hero in South Florida? Tell us about a Miami Marvel

The Miami Herald is spotlighting local unsung heroes to honor their community contributions through the Miami Marvels initiative.
History
fromWorldhistory
2 days ago

Red Dead's History by Tore C. Olsson (Book Review)

Olsson uses Red Dead Redemption II to creatively engage students in learning US history.
The book provides innovative pedagogical strategies for history education.
Startup companies
fromIndependent
2 days ago

'If you were their dad, you'd never shut up about them': how Stripe founders Patrick and John Collison came full circle

The Collison brothers gained prominence after Patrick won the Young Scientist competition in 2005.
#child-development
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Lessons from "Sesame Street"

"Sesame Street" reflects evolving parenting styles and societal changes, highlighting its progressive educational roots since 1969.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Lessons from "Sesame Street"

"Sesame Street" reflects evolving parenting styles and societal changes, highlighting its progressive educational roots since 1969.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Stuck on a school bus for over an hour? NYC students see 35% increase in extreme delays.

Bus delays are causing significant educational disruptions for students, particularly in math classes.
Extreme delays exceeding an hour for students, especially those with disabilities, have become a legal concern.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 days ago

I'm a 40-year-old mom of 3 working toward my doctorate. It's not easy to juggle it all, but I'm doing this for me.

Pursuing education later in life can fulfill personal aspirations alongside familial commitments.
fromTODAY.com
2 days ago

Teacher Gets the Same Rude Comment From Parents Every Year. Her Response Is Epic

"I follow it up with, 'Wait a minute. I pay taxes too. I guess that makes me self-employed.' Thank you for your time. This meeting is finished."
NYC parents
fromTODAY.com
2 days ago

Mom Defends Letting Her Kids Skip the Final Week of School: 'I Don't See the Point'

"Do you make your kid go to school, the last day of school? Do you make your kid go to school the last week of school? I don't see the point."
NYC parents
fromThesocietypages
2 weeks ago

Subverting a Subject: Marketing as Sociology - First Publics

Marketing is about social engineering, studying how choices are made, messages shape behavior, and identities are constructed. It is applied sociology.
Social media marketing
#legal-action
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Student banned from graduation after coming out online, lawsuit says

Morgan Armstrong came out as gay on social media days before graduation and faced severe consequences from her school.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Student banned from graduation after coming out online, lawsuit says

Morgan Armstrong came out as gay on social media days before graduation and faced severe consequences from her school.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

Remembering Juanita Nieves, beloved mother, grandmother, rebel

Juanita Nieves was a resilient woman who overcame educational barriers, achieved independence, and dedicated her life to love and community support.
Mission District
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The grim fate of the museum dedicated to the world's most unfortunate people

The Complutense University of Madrid is removing the Olavide Museum collection, highlighting budget cuts and reorganizing academic spaces despite its historical significance.
Madrid food
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK universities are at risk of training torturers

UK universities risk complicity in torture by training security personnel from repressive regimes without proper oversight.
European startups
fromtime.com
3 days ago

We Need a Farm System for American JobsBefore It's Too Late

America lacks a structured talent pipeline for key industries, risking economic growth without youth guidance for careers.
#sustainability
US news
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

So Much for Saving the Planet. Climate Careers Evaporate for the Class of 2025.

The Trump administration's policies have significantly diminished job opportunities in climate and sustainability sectors for recent graduates.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

San Francisco Unified calls off controversial 'equitable grading' initiative

San Francisco school leaders are halting a proposed grading change that aimed to make academic grades more equitable and accurate.
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Renovation of Shenzhen Longgang District Longling School / Yijing Architectural Design

The Longling School renovation exemplifies the modern shift in educational architecture, moving from linear, centralized spaces to versatile environments that foster self-directed learning.
Renovation
Education
fromBuzzFeed
3 days ago

13 Ways People Over 40 Think The World Has Changed For The Worse

Schools sometimes promote students without grading them poorly to maintain funding and ratings.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Bay Area public high school marks rare achievement

Middle College High School celebrated a milestone with 72 seniors accepted into college, highlighting the success of its early college program.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

We don't need to defund education

Public schools aren't the problem; it's the lack of investment in education research and innovation that delivers effective solutions for student learning.
Non-profit organizations
NYC politics
fromChalkbeat
4 days ago

NYC mayoral candidates sound off on selective high school admissions and the SHSAT

The SHSAT is a contentious issue in NYC's education system, highlighting the disparities in admissions to specialized high schools.
fromTODAY.com
3 days ago

Teacher Reveals the 1 Thing He Remembers About Students Decades Later

"I've been teaching for 25 years and have had probably 3,000 kids pass through my classroom. So the idea that I could recall someone's 92 on a test is absurd."
Relationships
#community-engagement
Node JS
fromBleepingComputer
3 days ago

Interlock ransomware gang deploys new NodeSnake RAT on universities

Interlock gang deploys NodeSnake RAT against educational institutions, showcasing evolving malware threats.
New York City
fromPolygon
3 days ago

New York unveils details for its first annual NYC Video Game Festival

New York City's first annual Video Game Festival showcases gaming as a powerful educational tool and starts a series of gaming events.
The festival highlights the creativity of NYC school kids through competitions like the Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs.
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

How I Got My Class Back

"In those earlier years, students came to class without being asked, without points or penalties. They came because they wanted to be there, because there was something irreplaceable about showing up."
Online learning
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

How three L.A. students turned working as caddies into life-changing scholarships

Story traveled to Chicago to work as a caddie for two months at Skokie Country Club, and Garcia and Vallejo did the program locally with Los Angeles Country Club.
SF parents
#gpt-35
fromHackernoon
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

GPT Prompting Performance: Explanatory Feedback for Tutor Praise | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

GPT Prompting Performance: Explanatory Feedback for Tutor Praise | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
1 week ago

Modified Intersection over Union (M-IoU) for Sequence Labeling Evaluation | HackerNoon

In sequence labeling tasks, traditional metrics like the F1 score are insufficient. Our study introduces a modified approach to better assess model performance in identifying praise.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Denise Tunstall obituary

Denise Tunstall devoted her life to advocating for teachers, leading Haringey Teachers' Association for three terms while passionately representing their rights and interests.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Think you know a lot about Dickens? Then who's this Herbert character? | Zoe Williams

The English paper set by a major examining board featured Herbert from Great Expectations, a character that perplexed students and parents alike.
History
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Tennessee high school student-athlete banned from graduation after coming out on social media

Morgan Armstrong is suing her high school after her graduation was denied due to her social media coming-out post.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Los Gatos students awarded scholarships, tools

The LeRoy Morell Trust Tool Scholarship awarded 92 students, including five from Los Gatos High School, tools valued at approximately $750 to aid their careers.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Brown University clears student of wrongdoing after DOGE-like email asking what staffers 'do all day'

Elite academia is in crisis because of a refusal to accommodate ordinary Americans and an unaccountable class of bureaucrats who treat universities as corporate brands rather than institutions of learning.
US news
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