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Oregon Eyes $15M Emergency Aid for Southern University
Oregon lawmakers are considering a $15 million emergency funding proposal for Southern Oregon University amid its dwindling cash reserves. The public institution faces a potential shortfall by next year that could jeopardize…
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Florida Bill Limits Out-of-State Enrollment at Top Unis
The Florida House has passed a bill that would cap nonresident students at no more than 5% of first-time, full-time fall enrollment at certain top universities. This measure aims to prioritize in-state…
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CTE Students: Failure Fuels Future Success
Students at McKinley Technology High School in Washington, D.C., highlight how career and technical education (CTE) courses teach them that failure is an essential part of the learning process. These programs have…
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Student Gambling Risks: Key Insights for Youth
The article explores essential knowledge students need about gambling, noting that young boys are at the highest risk. These risks are often exacerbated by video games and social media algorithms, as detailed…
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IES Overhaul Targets Key Federal Ed Data Collections
The Institute for Education Sciences (IES) is undergoing a significant overhaul following substantial layoffs a year ago. An internal document outlines ‘six big shifts’ recommended for the agency. This review focuses on…
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GAO: Unreliable Data in COVID Equity Aid
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) found that data from the COVID-19 maintenance of equity provision in federal pandemic aid is unreliable. The analysis examined how states and school districts implemented the provision…
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US Math Struggles: Culture Issue, Not Skill Gap
A high school math teacher with 23 years of experience argues that the perceived math problem in Arkansas and the US stems from cultural attitudes rather than inherent difficulties in the subject.…
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Microschools Tackle Public School Enrollment Decline
In Greenfield, Indiana, a public school district is experimenting with microschools to address declining enrollment. Students like seventh grader Taitym Lynch plan their own schedules, starting with subjects like math on online…
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Denver Schools Seek Stronger ICE Shields for Students
Latino advocates are urging the Denver school board to adopt a new policy to protect students from ICE, despite existing measures already in place. The push comes amid concerns over potential immigration…
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Colorado Bill Merges Higher Ed and Workforce Programs
Colorado lawmakers have introduced a bill to facilitate the merger of over 100 higher education and workforce development programs into a single new state agency. The legislation aims to streamline operations and…
