4-day school weeks growing in popularity4-day school weeks growing in popularity
4-day school weeks growing in popularityOf the nation's 13,000 school districts, nearly 900 operate on a shortened four-day schedule — up from 650 just four years ago.
Education
California will give Mexican residents near border in-state tuitionCalifornia will give Mexican residents near border in-state tuition
California will give Mexican residents near border in-state tuitionIt was modeled in part by a decades-old law in Texas and an existing law for Nevada students near California to attend Lake Tahoe Community College.
Lahaina schools reopening 2 months after tragic wildfiresLahaina schools reopening 2 months after tragic wildfires
Lahaina schools reopening 2 months after tragic wildfiresExtensive testing of air, water and soil quality shows the West Maui schools are safe for students to return.
Texas student suspended for locs is being sent to alternative schoolTexas student suspended for locs is being sent to alternative school
Texas student suspended for locs is being sent to alternative schoolThe school principal said the student has repeatedly violated the district's “previously communicated standards of student conduct."
Food and care pantries becoming core component at many collegesFood and care pantries becoming core component at many colleges
Food and care pantries becoming core component at many collegesThe nonprofit Swipe Out Hunger estimates more than 800 schools now have food pantries, from flagship universities to regionals like Georgia Gwinnett.
Morgan State to build wall around campus after school shootingMorgan State to build wall around campus after school shooting
Morgan State to build wall around campus after school shootingA proposal for the project will be submitted to Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and is expected to cost more than $22 million.
ACT test scores for US students drop to 30-year lowACT test scores for US students drop to 30-year low
ACT test scores for US students drop to 30-year lowScores have been falling for six consecutive years, but the trend accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Art student beats deadly kidney disease, now faces school's closureArt student beats deadly kidney disease, now faces school's closure
Art student beats deadly kidney disease, now faces school's closureAn Art Institute of Virginia Beach student was earning a degree when he had to fight a deadly disease. He now faces the closure of his school.
Principal punishes student for dancing at a party, then apologizesPrincipal punishes student for dancing at a party, then apologizes
Principal punishes student for dancing at a party, then apologizesThe principal said he reconsidered his decisions after the public attention they received and publicly apologized to the student and her family.
Biden's second stab at student loan cancellation moves forwardBiden's second stab at student loan cancellation moves forward
Biden's second stab at student loan cancellation moves forwardPresident Biden directed the Education Department to find another path to loan relief after his first plan was canceled by the Supreme Court.
Effect of Florida's decision on 'Classic Learning Test' for admissionsEffect of Florida's decision on 'Classic Learning Test' for admissions
Effect of Florida's decision on 'Classic Learning Test' for admissionsFlorida adopts "Classic Learning Test," sparking debate on standardized testing and colleges going "testing-optional."
Police seek help identifying suspects in Morgan State shootingPolice seek help identifying suspects in Morgan State shooting
Police seek help identifying suspects in Morgan State shootingA $9,000 reward will be offered to anyone with information leading to an arrest, Baltimore police said.
Why did a teacher take away child's shirt with Greek sorority letters?Why did a teacher take away child's shirt with Greek sorority letters?
Why did a teacher take away child's shirt with Greek sorority letters?The t-shirt, worn by a 7-year-old student, referenced Alpha Kappa Alpha, a historically African American sorority.
Should school buses be used as rolling billboards for advertisers?Should school buses be used as rolling billboards for advertisers?
Should school buses be used as rolling billboards for advertisers?Those in support of the idea say it is a way to bring in revenue for schools amid increased inflation and a challenging economy.
Book ban attempts reach record high, new stats showBook ban attempts reach record high, new stats show
Book ban attempts reach record high, new stats showBetween Jan. 1 and Aug. 31 this year, the American Library Association reported 695 attempts to censor library books across the country.
Missouri teacher on leave after district discovers OnlyFans accountMissouri teacher on leave after district discovers OnlyFans account
Missouri teacher on leave after district discovers OnlyFans accountBrianna Coppage said she started the account as a way to support her household in addition to her salary as a teacher.
Thousands of books were banned during the 2022-2023 school yearThousands of books were banned during the 2022-2023 school year
Thousands of books were banned during the 2022-2023 school yearThe bans have removed access to more than 1,550 unique books titles, a 33% increase compared to the previous school year.
Amid political upheaval, FL college students establish roots elsewhereAmid political upheaval, FL college students establish roots elsewhere
Amid political upheaval, FL college students establish roots elsewhereEducation has been a hot political topic in recent years, and now some Florida college students say the impact has become personal.
University now offers social media degrees for aspiring influencersUniversity now offers social media degrees for aspiring influencers
University now offers social media degrees for aspiring influencersA college in Carlow, Ireland, will begin offering Bachelor of Arts degrees in content creation and social media.
Princeton to create new financial aid to make attendance affordablePrinceton to create new financial aid to make attendance affordable
Princeton to create new financial aid to make attendance affordableUnder the new program, attendance will be free for students from families earning up to $100,000 a year.
Harvard holds inauguration for first Black presidentHarvard holds inauguration for first Black president
Harvard holds inauguration for first Black presidentClaudine Gay's inauguration speech included a message to students: Take risks and challenge the status quo.
Student loan borrowers face budget strains as repayments kick back inStudent loan borrowers face budget strains as repayments kick back in
Student loan borrowers face budget strains as repayments kick back inThe Department of Education estimates 43 million people in the U.S. owe a collective $1.6 trillion in federal student loan debt.
New York schools told not to use facial recognition technologyNew York schools told not to use facial recognition technology
New York schools told not to use facial recognition technologyThe state Education Department banned the technology following a report that facial recognition risks violating students' privacy and civil rights.
Thousands more school districts could soon provide free school mealsThousands more school districts could soon provide free school meals
Thousands more school districts could soon provide free school mealsNearly 3,000 school districts will soon be eligible to join a USDA program that provides free meals to students regardless of income.
No 'Ice Cream Fridays' for Ohio kids who owe lunch debtNo 'Ice Cream Fridays' for Ohio kids who owe lunch debt
No 'Ice Cream Fridays' for Ohio kids who owe lunch debtA southwestern Ohio school says it does not deprive children of school lunches, but prohibits students with lunch debt from buying a la carte items.
Borrowers weigh payment boycott as student loan payments set to resumeBorrowers weigh payment boycott as student loan payments set to resume
Borrowers weigh payment boycott as student loan payments set to resumeStudent loan repayments are resuming, and some borrowers are considering boycotting to refuse to pay.
Black student's family sues Texas officials for suspension over hairBlack student's family sues Texas officials for suspension over hair
Black student's family sues Texas officials for suspension over hairThe 17-year-old student has been serving in-school suspension for over three weeks because of his hairstyle.
Report found that HBCUs are underfunded by billions of dollarsReport found that HBCUs are underfunded by billions of dollars
Report found that HBCUs are underfunded by billions of dollarsThe Biden administration sent letters to the governors of 16 states demanding they address the issue.
Student loan scams surge as payments resumeStudent loan scams surge as payments resume
Student loan scams surge as payments resumeWith student loan payments resuming this fall, scammers are targeting current and former students by promising to help.
Boston College suspends swimming and diving program due to hazingBoston College suspends swimming and diving program due to hazing
Boston College suspends swimming and diving program due to hazingBoston College Athletics said all athletes affected by the suspension will still have access to academic and medical resources.
