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A high school senior in Hingham, Massachusetts, has landed in a legal battle with his school. The student and his parents are suing after he was punished for using artificial intelligence (AI) on a social studies project. The project, part of the "National History Day" contest, focused on NBA legend

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Vote on Policies, Not People: A Pastor’s Perspective

"Why don't you support Vice President Kamala Harris?" This is the question that Rev. Joshua C. Robertson, a pastor from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, hears a lot. People expect him to back the first Black woman with a serious chance at becoming president, but he hasn't. Not because he endorses former pr

Millburn School Board Race: A Look at the Remaining Candidates

In a recent update, Howard Wachtel has pulled out of the Millburn school board election. This leaves four candidates vying for three seats in November's election. Let's dive into the details. Ballots for the 2024 election were first sent out with five names: Brian Lawrence, Howard Wachtel, Noel Big

Oklahoma Parents and Teachers Challenge Bible Mandate in Schools

In Oklahoma, there's a legal battle brewing over the use of the Bible in public schools. A group of parents, teachers, and ministers have filed a lawsuit against the state's top education official, Ryan Walters. They're trying to stop him from making schools include the Bible in lesson plans for stu

Is a College Degree Necessary? Many Graduates Say No

Imagine this: nearly half of college graduates believe they could have snagged their current job without a degree. That's according to a survey by USA Today Blueprint Loans. A college education is often seen as a must for many careers. But 46% of grads think they could have skipped the high cos

Schools in Asheville Plan to Reopen, Addressing Challenges After Hurricane Helene

October 17, 2024

In Asheville, North Carolina, schools are set to reopen on October 28, a month after Hurricane Helene hit the region. The plan isn't just about getting back to lesson plans. Teachers will also support students in talking about the storm's impact. While everyone is safe, the community is grieving and

South Carolina Schools: Steady Progress, Big Goals Ahead

South Carolina’s educational leaders have set an ambitious goal: by 2030, they want at least 75% of students to be at or above grade level in reading, writing, and math. The recent school report cards show that schools are making progress, but they still have a long way to go to hit this target. Th

School Disruptions After Hurricane Helene: A Look at the Long-Term Impact

Hurricane Helene left behind a trail of devastation in the Southeast, causing significant disruptions to students' education. Schools in North Carolina, like Buncombe County, are still closed weeks after the storm hit because of damaged buildings and lack of essential services like water and power.

Fire Up the Budgets, Fairfax! Why's the Focus on Symbols and Not Schools?

What do you think is the big news with Fairfax County's schools? It's not test scores or budget trouble. Last week, the school board passed a new celebration month for LGBT history. Wait, what? Didn't they just do that in June for Pride Month? Indeed, they did. So, why another month? Let's step bac

How Trump Can Use the Education Department to Shake Things Up