EDUCATION

Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

Older Americans Get a Break from Student Loan Debt

The Education Department has decided to stop taking money from the Social Security checks of people who haven't paid back their student loans. This is big news for many older Americans who were worried about losing part of their income. The government had recently started collecting these overdue lo

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

Misstep: NYC schools mix up Muslim holiday date

Confusion and frustration have arisen in New York City as the Department of Education mistakenly scheduled a school closure for the wrong day of Eid al-Adha. The holiday is set to begin at sunset on Thursday, but schools are already closed that day, leading to a mix-up. This blunder has left many Mu

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

The Shift in Danish School Support

In Denmark, the mental health of young people has become a hot topic. More kids are getting diagnosed with mental health issues. Many are skipping school, and classrooms are becoming more divided. This has put a spotlight on Educational Psychology (EP) services. People are questioning if these servi

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

How Growing Up Affects Emotion Reading

The way people understand emotions changes as they grow up. This is especially true when looking at how secure or insecure people feel in their relationships. In the past, most studies focused on young kids. However, a recent effort looked at both teens and adults to see if there are shifts in how t

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

Science Teacher Sarah Pasela Shines at St. John's Prep

A well-deserved honor has been bestowed upon a dedicated educator. Sarah Pasela, a science teacher at St. John's Prep, has been chosen as the 2025 recipient of the Twomey Family Teaching Excellence Award. This award is not just a pat on the back, but also comes with a $5, 000 prize. The award is a b

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Jun 02 2025EDUCATION

Norwegian College Boom: Did It Really Shift Family Plans?

Norway saw a big push to open colleges in the 1970s and 1980s. The idea was to give more people a shot at higher education. This move was part of a broader trend seen in many countries. People were going to college more than ever before. Some thought this would change how families were formed and ho

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Jun 01 2025EDUCATION

How Friends Shape Feelings of Safety in Teens

Teens often feel safe or unsafe based on their surroundings. Past research has looked at how individual or a few risks from friends affect teens' feelings of safety. However, there is not much information on how multiple risks from friends together influence these feelings. Also, the ways these risk

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Jun 01 2025EDUCATION

The Unseen Battleground: Why Schools Need to Tackle Weight Bullying

The school environment can be a tough place for many students. One of the biggest issues that often goes unnoticed is bullying related to a student's weight. This type of harassment is surprisingly common and can be more prevalent than other forms of bullying, such as those based on ethnicity, relig

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May 31 2025EDUCATION

Chinese Students Seek Alternatives Amid US Visa Tightening

Chinese students are rethinking their plans to study in the US. The reason? Recent changes in visa policies have made the process more difficult and uncertain. This shift is part of a broader trend of tightening regulations on foreign students, particularly those from China. The US government has s

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May 31 2025EDUCATION

Chaos for Students: Visa Hurdles and Uncertain Futures

The United States, a popular destination for international students, has thrown a wrench into their plans. A sudden halt in student visa appointments has left many in a state of confusion and worry. This move, part of a broader shift in policies, has sparked fear and frustration among those eager to

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