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Education News
AI-curated daily U.S. education headlines with EFI analysis.
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5 Strategies to Cut Chronic Absenteeism in Schools
A University of Oregon report outlines five methods for schools to address chronic absenteeism and enhance student engagement. Key approaches include culturally relevant teaching and building strong family connections to improve attendance…
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Denver Schools Push Bell-to-Bell Cellphone Ban
A Denver Public Schools committee recommends implementing a bell-to-bell cellphone ban across the district to reduce distractions. At Girls Athletic Leadership School, a charter middle school, students’ phones and electronics are collected…
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Michigan President Resigns Amid Cancer Diagnosis
Incoming University of Michigan president Kent Syverud is stepping down following a brain cancer diagnosis. The university’s board plans to initiate a new presidential search soon. The announcement was reported on April…
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South Bronx School Starts Internships for 12-Year-Olds
A middle school in the South Bronx has launched an internship program for 12-year-olds to provide early career exposure. The program, founded by English teacher Deja Senghor at South Bronx Academy for…
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AI Guiding Student College Choices: Key Insights
The article explores how students are increasingly using AI tools to inform their college decisions. Education consultants highlight common applications of AI in this process, including some that raise concerns about accuracy…
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Colorado’s Universal FAFSA Policies Boost Student Aid
Colorado’s Fund My Future initiative has assisted more students at 11 high schools in completing the FAFSA for federal student aid. The program promotes universal completion policies to increase access to higher…
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Erika Kirk Withdraws from TPUSA Event Over Threats
Erika Kirk, described as the widow of conservative leader Charlie Kirk, has withdrawn from a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) event due to reported security concerns. The threats against her prompted the decision…
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Newark Teens Voting Rights: Empowering Youth Civic Power
Two years after Newark granted 16- and 17-year-olds the right to vote in local school board elections, teens are still adapting to their new civic influence. The Youth Power Action Coalition hosted…
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4 Key Tips for New Tech in Schools
The article discusses strategies shared by district technology professionals at CoSN’s annual conference for navigating the implementation of new technology in schools. It emphasizes approaching technological changes as a grieving process to…
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Detroit Speeds Up Closure of 4 Schools Amid Budget Crunch
The Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) is accelerating the phase-out of four small schools to address financial constraints. Superintendent Nikolai Vitti explained that this decision will help free up budget resources.…