In the heart of the United States, Payson School students are taking on a big challenge: teen mental health. They're not alone in this mission, as schools across the country are joining the effort. From Alabama to Wyoming, and even in places like Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, students are s
You know something's wrong when nearly 6 out of 10 teachers in Illinois are thinking about leaving the profession. That's what a recent survey by the Illinois Education Association (IEA) found. They talked to 500 teachers and other education staff in June, and the results are worrying. It's not just
Gaia Diaz, a dedicated student at Long Beach City College, is chasing her dream of teaching music. For Hispanic Heritage Month, she received a big surprise. Helpful Honda, with the help of SoCal Honda Dealers, gifted her a brand new cello. This impressive instrument comes with musical accessories, e
Ever wondered what it takes to be a great teacher? Meet Ms. Monneka Meeks, a middle school science teacher at Pee Dee Math, Science and Technology Academy in Bishopville, South Carolina. She's not just teaching science; she's teaching her students to understand and appreciate different cultures. Bor
Edsel Chacon and Mario Rodriguez, both asylum seekers from Venezuela, have lived in South Carolina for three years. They graduated from Hanahan High School, worked, paid taxes, and now attend Trident Technical College. Despite calling South Carolina home, they are charged out-of-state tuition fees,
Imagine a learning app that combines the fun of TikTok and the structured learning of Duolingo. That’s what Revyze is doing! This French startup, started by Guillaume Perrot and Florent Sciberras, has quickly become a hit with students. They've reached over a million users in just two years, with a
For three days in mid-October, residents of Colorado can apply to any of the state's 32 public colleges and several private institutions without paying a fee. This event, known as Colorado Free Application Day, is happening for the seventh time. It's a part of Colorado Applies Month, a five-week cam
Want to know how kids can learn about money? Head over to Baton Rouge's Knock Knock Children's Museum. They recently held their 'Earn and Learn' financial literacy weekend, where kids got hands-on experience with earning, saving, and spending cash. The best part? It was free! Kids worked in a prete
Everyone's talking about how AI might change schools. You know what? It won’t take teachers’ jobs. Instead, it can help them do their jobs better. Imagine a classroom where AI helps teachers figure out each student's needs and gives them personalized support. Teachers can reach more students online
In the past year, classrooms have seen a surge of AI tools designed to personalize learning and support students. Now, parents are noticing this shift too. A recent survey by Samsung Solve for Tomorrow found that 88% of US parents think understanding AI is crucial for their kids' future education an
