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Education News
AI-curated daily U.S. education headlines with EFI analysis.
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Philly Board Approves 17 School Closures Amid Protests
The Philadelphia Board of Education has voted to approve a plan to close 17 schools. The decision came during a contentious meeting that turned remote due to confrontations. This move is part…
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Ed Dept Caps Loans for Advanced Education Degrees
The U.S. Department of Education has finalized a rule classifying education as not a professional degree. This limits federal student loans to $100,000 for those pursuing advanced degrees in education. The policy…
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ABA Settles Diversity Scholarship Claim on White Student Harm
The American Bar Association has settled a claim alleging that its diversity scholarship fund discriminated against White students. The agreement allows the ABA to maintain its commitment to an inclusive justice system…
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Ed Dept Tightens Student Loan Rules for Grads
The U.S. Department of Education has finalized a rule that imposes stricter conditions on federal student lending. It retains a definition of ‘professional’ student that excludes fields such as graduate nursing and…
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Newark Schools Probe Special Ed Data Issues
Officials at Newark Public Schools noticed discrepancies in their special education enrollment numbers and sought assistance from Rutgers University to investigate. The review aims to ensure accurate classifications and appropriate support for…
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NCAA to Expand March Madness to 76 Teams by 2027
The NCAA is reportedly set to approve an expansion of both the men’s and women’s March Madness basketball tournaments to 76 teams. This change is expected to take effect starting in 2027.…
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NYC Foster Kids Hit School Transport Barriers, Push for $3M
Advocates in New York City are urging for $3 million in the budget to address ongoing transportation obstacles for students in foster care. These hurdles prevent reliable access to school, impacting their…
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NY Math Exam Tech Glitches Halt Testing Statewide
Students across New York faced login issues with the digital platform for grades 3-8 math exams on Wednesday morning. The New York State Education Department advised schools to pause or delay the…
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RFK Jr. Blocks $600M Vaccine Funds Over Toxins
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has withheld $600 million in congressionally appropriated funds intended for Gavi vaccines. The blockage stems from concerns about the inclusion of mercury-based thimerosal, a preservative considered…
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Chicago Teachers Union May Day Protest for More Funding
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union are preparing for a May Day protest on May 1, demanding increased state funding for education. The rally involves multiple organizations and aims for…