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fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

30 visually impaired children receive high-tech vision aids for free

Thirty children received high-tech vision aids including magnifiers, enabling improved reading, writing, independence, and self-esteem.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

'Nobody to open our doors, answer phones or put out bins' - principals warn of school closures risk as secretaries and caretakers strike

'It's an impossible situation,' says Paul Crone, director of the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals, of indefinite strike action
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Rising NEET Rates And The Countries Where Gen Z Is Being Left Behind

The acronym NEET refers to young people "not in education, employment or training." While the term NEET has come to be associated with modern dropout culture and feelings of discouragement common amongst Gen Z, NEET cohorts also encompass young people who are actively looking for employment and educational opportunities, and can reflect broad systemic economic issues. The share of young people not in education, employment or training crested globally in 2020,
World news
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Former League of Ireland manager Ollie Horgan to be laid to rest on Monday after death at age 57

Ollie Horgan, respected football manager and longtime teacher, has died; funeral arrangements announced and tributes honor his club and educational contributions.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
3 days ago

Punk's Original Values in the Age of Idiocy ("AI")

Using AI chatbots undermines the conscience-driven act of creating personal, accountable words and diminishes authentic human connection and moral responsibility.
fromAxios
4 days ago

Reading for pleasure is going out of style

Pleasure reading on an average day fell from 26% in 2003 to 16% in 2023.
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

'Remarkable Failure' By U.S. Attorney's Office - See Also - Above the Law

Legal reluctance, workplace perks, and AI-related liability converge: minor assault avoided indictment, teachers' marriage granted time off, and AI guidance linked to tragic mental-health liability questions.
#parenting
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago
Education

Teacher Shares the No. 1 Thing She Wishes She Could Tell Parents - And It Might Sting

fromTODAY.com
1 week ago
Education

Teacher Shares the No. 1 Thing She Wishes She Could Tell Parents - And It Might Sting

Gadgets
fromZDNET
5 days ago

Why I recommend this $159 Chromebook to students on a budget (but it's just as good in the office)

The Asus CX15 is an affordable, durable 15-inch Chromebook that handles everyday tasks and is well-suited for educational use at a $159 price point.
US politics
fromScary Mommy
5 days ago

The White House Favors This Conservative Alternative Kids' Programming To PBS

Federal funding cuts threaten public broadcasting and local PBS/NPR while the White House partnered with PragerU, spreading right-leaning, misleading educational content.
Germany news
fromwww.thelocal.de
5 days ago

Did Germany manage to integrate the millions of migrants it took in 10 years ago?

Germany has largely succeeded in integrating over a million refugees, with major employment gains but persistent challenges in housing, education, and women's employment.
Education
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

San Jose schools' new buildings provide lessons in history

Hillbrook School restored and occupies two historic downtown San Jose buildings, converting them into modern classrooms and community spaces while preserving exterior historic character.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

So What If Gen Z Are Getting Phone Call Lessons In School? Most Adults Could Use Them

Speaking to The Times, Saxton explained that calls to UCAS have dropped by a third since 2019. "That is how difficult teenagers these days can find how to make a phone call," she told the publication. It seems quite practical to run mock phone interviews with them, then. In the same Times article, James Johnstone, head teacher at Bacup & Rawtenstall Grammar School, said the phone call course his school devised also taught students how to hold a university interview, manage student loans, advocate for their rights as tenants, and cook healthy meals.
Higher education
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

8 Wisdom Skills Never Taught in School

During back-to-school month, take time to strengthen these eight wisdom life skills that are never taught in school. These essential traits are based on my wisdom study and Common Wisdom book findings, and they can help you increase your joy, happiness, and success. While education is important and necessary, having intelligence is not the same as having wisdom. Think about the people you know who are highly intelligent and well accomplished: Do they all make good decisions, and do they live meaningful lives?
Wellness
#ai
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

An early member of Google's generative AI team says it's too late to get a Ph.D. to cash in on the AI hype

fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

An early member of Google's generative AI team says it's too late to get a Ph.D. to cash in on the AI hype

Artificial intelligence
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Is AI Making Us Stupider? This Study Certainly Thinks So

Relying on AI for cognitive tasks reduces active critical thinking and undermines long-term skill acquisition, shown by decreased brain engagement during assignments.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

School uniforms were meant to be the great leveller how does a 400 bill do that? | Lucy Pasha-Robinson

Rising costs and restrictive procurement of school uniforms in England are imposing significant financial strain on parents and undermining their original equality purpose.
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

The Irish Independent's view: Leaving Cert results shape futures - but don't define them

Exam marking is being adjusted gradually to reverse Covid-era grade inflation while encouraging broader educational aims beyond grades.
fromChalkbeat
1 week ago

Meet Zohran Mamdani's favorite NYC high school teacher

Marc Kagan, a former transit worker turned Bronx Science history teacher, profoundly influenced Zohran Mamdani and taught him excellence and hard work.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Why is the New Zealand government cutting Maori words from some school books?

Maori words have been removed from early reader books in New Zealand's curriculum due to concerns over confusing English learners.
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

Parents Die in Car Accident After Dropping Son at College

A family from Cleveland tragically lost both parents in a car accident while traveling after dropping their son off at college.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

PBS' Ready to Learn Initiative Helped Children Learn

The abrupt end of the Ready to Learn initiative halted crucial educational content for children, impacting learning and development nationwide.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Massive $600M school opens in Central Valley amid growing population

A new $600 million campus opened in Clovis Unified School District to address school overcrowding.
#artificial-intelligence
Chicago White Sox
fromTODAY.com
1 week ago

21 of the Wildest High School Stories People Shared on TikTok

High school memories often include bizarre and unforgettable events that define teenage experiences.
fromFuncheap
1 week ago

Free Mural Reception w/ Artist Talk + DJs (Oakland)

The mural represents the pursuit of knowledge, underscoring the freedom to learn and advocates for the right of all individuals to access education and benefit from it.
SF music
Online learning
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Get 1,000+ Skill Courses From Expert Instructors for $20 | Entrepreneur

EDU Unlimited by StackSkills provides lifetime access to over 1,000 courses for a one-time fee of $19.97.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Far-right groups have taken over school boards. Here's how to take them back

"Many people simply don't realize how powerful school boards are. These elected officials decide what students learn, what books they can access, whether LGBTQ+ students are protected or targeted, and how safe and inclusive a school environment is."
LGBT
E-Commerce
fromInc
1 week ago

Duolingo's AI-First Backlash: A Lesson in Trust for Marketers

Duolingo's shift to an 'AI-first' approach sparked backlash, highlighting users' emotional connection to the brand.
from101GREATGOALS.COM
1 week ago

Wayne Rooney calls for harsher punishment towards racial abuse after Semenyo incident

I had it in DC with one of my players who got racially abused and he was crying on my chest. I was holding him as he was crying on my chest.
Manchester United
fromKqed
1 week ago

Imperial County Tries To Save Sugar Beet Industry | KQED

San Diego Unified Trustee Sabrina Bazzo indicated that the recent arrest at Linda Vista Elementary led to a noticeable reduction in student attendance, raising concerns about the impact on community safety.
Agriculture
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

My parents immigrated to the US for my education. I returned to China to build a career.

Kennedy Liu moved to the US for educational opportunities and later returned to China to advance his career.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

The Cost of Living in Top School Districts-5 Key Takeaways

Parents are relocating to areas with top schools, influencing housing prices significantly.
#san-francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
California

SF students return to school as officials address payroll issue, budget and immigration enforcement

Nearly 50,000 students in San Francisco are back to school with a qualified educator in each classroom, despite ongoing financial and payroll challenges.
fromMission Local
1 week ago
San Francisco

'That's our babies!' Proud parents, rowdy kids at back to school day in S.F.

Students in San Francisco experience mixed feelings on the first day of school amidst budget deficits and fears of ICE raids.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Win and Airbnb launch back-to-school giveaway for children in shelters * Brooklyn Paper

Win and Airbnb partnered to provide 3,000 backpacks to homeless children in NYC, addressing both educational needs and bullying prevention.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Historian Rebukes Trump Imposing His Own Views of US History on the Smithsonian

The White House plans to review Smithsonian exhibits to align them with President Trump's interpretation of U.S. history.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Hernandez: Alum Rock Union School District needs state oversight - San Jose Spotlight

Disparities in school funding lead to unequal educational opportunities for children in East San Jose.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

The Eaton Fire Destroyed Their School. They Created a New Wonderland Onstage.

Children engaged in theater rehearsals to find normalcy despite the devastation from the Eaton fire that destroyed their school and community.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 week ago

Brooklyn Kids Get Back to Nature at Camp Uncommon in Maine * Brooklyn Paper

Monjmaa Sanoh serves as a camp counselor at Camp Uncommon, supporting under-resourced children through transformative summer experiences.
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

Teachers Predict The Slang You'll Hear This School Year

School-aged children frequently use evolving slang that can bewilder adults. Teachers provide valuable insights into contemporary phrases.
fromThe Verge
1 week ago

Grammarly says its AI agent can predict an A paper

Grammarly is introducing new AI agents to assist students with various writing challenges, available for free to users.
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 week ago

With UC Irvine and other programs, psychedelics soon could be as controversial as aspirin

UC Irvine’s Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing is one of two California schools planning to teach future mental health nurses how psychedelics can be used to treat mental health issues.
Mental health
#diversity
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

GSX 2025: A Landmark Gathering of Global Security Professionals

GSX 2025 will feature over 200 sessions that delve into pressing topics in the security sector, ensuring a masterclass experience for attendees.
US politics
Education
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

The End of Handwriting

Handwriting is experiencing a decline due to digital reliance, but its importance and benefits remain significant.
fromsilive
2 weeks ago

This Staten Island charter school is opening a newly renovated building: Here's what to know

New World Preparatory Charter School expands to accommodate 800 students with new facilities for enhanced education and safety.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

In covering Paris, climate change is becoming an ever-present story

Paris is vulnerable to extreme heat, demonstrated by classes held in an old railway tunnel during a heat wave drill.
#architecture
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

18 Older Adults Reveal The Aspects Of Their High School Experience That Are Unacceptable Today

High school experiences in the past often involved toxic environments, corporal punishment, and outdated educational practices.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why State Bags went stealth about its philanthropy

"Many brought all their things in trash bags or plastic Duane Reade bags," says Scot. "One time, when we were catching a train, a girl's bag ripped, so all her things were on the platform. These were kids who lived less than two miles from us in New York."
Non-profit organizations
fromAustin Monitor
2 weeks ago

Austin ISD gets a 'C' in latest school ratings. Here's how to find your campus' grade. - Austin Monitor

Segura said, "There's obviously a lot of work to get to do with the number of D's and F's that we have, but when you look at the trend, it's trending in the right direction."
Education
Education
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Oh, Come On!' Fox & Friends Weekend Hosts Laugh as They're Tripped Up By Basic Math in Back-to-School'

Mathnasium helps students from kindergarten to high school while hosts participate in a humorous math challenge balancing books on their heads.
Tech industry
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Engineers wanted: Mexico looks to join the global semiconductor race

Mexico's semiconductor strategy focuses on leveraging local human talent rather than just silicon, emphasizing education and investment partnerships.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Latest line: A good week for nepo babies, a bad week for Doug LaMalfa

Stanford will maintain preferential admissions for children of wealthy donors and alumni despite new state laws intended to eliminate such practices, impacting state grants.
US politics
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

This Country Is Teaching Children How to Build and Operate Deadly Drones

Lithuania is training over 22,000 civilians, including children, in drone operation by 2028 as part of its civil resistance initiative.
Education
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Parents can save up to 100 by buying generic uniforms, but many schools still require branded or crested items

Costs of school uniforms rise significantly; branded items can add up to €100 more than generic options.
Venture
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

These Gen Z and millennial founders dropped out of college, took $200,000 from Peter Thiel, and have now built companies worth over $100 billion

Thiel Fellowship offers $200,000 to young entrepreneurs who choose to leave college to build startups.
#immigration
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Los Angeles high school resumes: Thousands of immigrants without legal status return to class under cloud of fear

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Los Angeles high school resumes: Thousands of immigrants without legal status return to class under cloud of fear

fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Under-performance of boys at GCSE level should be a matter of national concern'

The apparent under-performance of boys at this stage of education should be a matter of national concern. Apparently, boys are habitually seen as privileged, which diminishes the issue's visibility.
Education
#literacy
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Neighbors Uncover Something Incredibly Sketchy at Mark Zuckerberg's Compound

Zuckerberg and Chan operated a school without legal approval, drawing outrage from the public amid criticism over Meta’s AI chatbots and closed low-income schools.
Miscellaneous
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

State commission outlines plan to combat antisemitism in K-12 schools

A state commission in Massachusetts is implementing measures to reduce antisemitism in K-12 schools, highlighting significant increases in incidents.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ministers aim to export London's academic success to England's struggling schools

Ministers aim to improve struggling schools in England by applying successful London education techniques to reduce regional inequalities.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Florida judge strikes down state law used to ban books: 'None of these books are obscene'

"The removal of many of these books [is] unconstitutional," noting that "many are classics, modern award winners, and tested on AP exams."
US politics
Books
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Reading like it's 1989 - Harvard Gazette

Despite significant societal changes, U.S. school curricula still heavily feature classic literature like 'Gatsby' and 'Of Mice and Men.'
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Looming Federal Cuts to Public Education Threaten Communities in Every State

Barbara Duffield expressed concern that proposed federal budget cuts could jeopardize the support system for unhoused students, which includes essential resources for consistent school attendance.
Public health
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 weeks ago

Swan Hill Specialist School / WHDA

Swan Hill Specialist School emphasizes inclusion and community engagement, focusing on ability rather than disability.
fromUntapped New York
2 weeks ago

CityWorks Exhibit at NYSCI Reveals NYC's Hidden Infrastructure

An interactive exhibit in Queens emphasizes the unseen urban infrastructure systems that underpin city life.
Education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Most popular A-level subject with 112,138 entries revealed

Maths has become the most popular A-level subject in 2025, with over 112,138 entries noted. Quality journalism remains accessible without paywalls.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Teacher who sent pictures of herself in underwear to student banned

Georgia Lowe was banned for life from teaching after sending explicit photos to a 15-year-old pupil.
#data-analytics
fromsilive
2 weeks ago

2025-2026 NYC Catholic elementary school calendar: Important dates for upcoming year

Catholic elementary school students in Staten Island will start classes on September 4, 2025.
Education
fromDaily Mom magazine
2 weeks ago

What Is Personalized Learning: Applying Individualized Learning And Education For Your Child In 2025

Personalized learning tailors education to meet each child's unique needs, interests, and abilities for enhanced learning experiences.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

Wire: Berkeley named healthiest place in America; how Cal professor became a billionaire

A woman was arrested after attempting to take a 10-month-old baby from his stroller near Aquatic Park, according to police reports.
Berlin
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 weeks ago

It's back to school in Berkeley and families have a lot on their minds

Berkeley Unified welcomes over 9,000 students and 800 teachers back for a new academic year full of excitement and learning.
Education
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

East San Jose school leader fired for looking into questionable expenses - San Jose Spotlight

German Cerda was fired for asking board members to repay questionable reimbursements amid a significant district budget deficit.
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Mitch Seaworth: From a Love of Sports to Coaching Leadership

"I've always believed in doing something that matches your interests and that you enjoy, as well as giving back and helping others, so coaching and mentoring were good ways to do that."
Relationships
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