The article features a pop quiz testing knowledge of recent K-12 education stories. It highlights a cybersecurity incident at an ed tech company and new Department of Justice investigations into schools. The quiz aims to engage readers on key developments from the past week. Key Points Cybersecurity breach at an education technology firm New DOJ […]
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A Trevor Project survey reveals that 9 in 10 LGBTQ+ youth report stress from policies related to their identity. Over half have experienced bullying, leading to significantly higher rates of suicide attempts compared to their peers. The report highlights the mental health impacts of such policies in educational settings. Key Points 90% of LGBTQ+ youth
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced her intention to opt into the federal tax-credit scholarship program as part of her budget plans. Hochul has previously shown support for public school choice options, including charter schools. This move aims to expand educational opportunities through tax incentives for scholarships. Key Points Gov. Hochul supports charter schools
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The Trump administration has accused UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine of violating federal civil rights laws by giving illegal preferences to Black and Hispanic applicants in admissions. The complaint alleges that the highly selective program discriminates against other groups through these practices. This follows broader scrutiny of affirmative action policies in higher education. Key
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The NCAA has approved an expansion of the March Madness basketball tournaments to include 76 teams. This change applies to both men’s and women’s divisions and was unanimously approved by the respective committees. The expansion will take effect starting in 2027. Key Points Expansion increases tournament field from 68 to 76 teams Applies to both
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Hackers have once again targeted Canvas, a widely used learning management system in higher education, as reported in a May 7, 2026, article by Inside Higher Ed. The incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in educational technology platforms. Specific details on the attack’s scope or impacts were not provided in the excerpt. Key Points Canvas LMS
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A federal judge has ordered the restoration of millions in grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities. The ruling overturns a prior decision to withhold the funds, impacting various humanities projects. This decision was reported in higher education news on May 7, 2026. Key Points Federal judge revives withheld NEH grants Millions in funding
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