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Sep 21 2024EDUCATION

Rethinking the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr. was a renowned civil rights leader who fought tirelessly for racial equality and social justice. However, his legacy has been marred recently by the controversy surrounding Mark Robinson, the embattled North Carolina lieutenant governor who is running for governor. According t

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Sep 21 2024EDUCATION

When Boundaries Get Blurred

It's a story that reads like fiction, but it's all too real. Travis King, a young American soldier, made headlines when he ran across the heavily guarded Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) and into North Korea. The whole ordeal began on a visit to the DMZ with a tour group. King, who was stationed in South Ko

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Newspaper Standoff at Penn State

Penn State University recently made headlines by removing nearly three dozen racks containing its independent student-produced newspaper, The Daily Collegian, from on-campus locations. The removal was sparked by politics-related ads on the racks, which allegedly violated the school's policy. The uni

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Education's Crossroads: A Conversation About Inclusion

In the heart of the Palmetto State, a controversy has erupted over the use of digital content in South Carolina classrooms. The South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus has taken a strong stance against the state's Department of Education's decision to partner with conservative digital media company

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

The Domino Effect of Abolishing the Department of Education

Imagine a world where the Department of Education, responsible for managing over $28 billion in federal funding for K-12 schools and student financial aid, disappears. For many, this might seem like a radical idea, but former President Donald Trump has threatened to make it a reality. What would be

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Lost in the Haze of Higher Education: One Student's Struggle

Raymond Hubscher, a biomedical engineering student at the University of British Columbia, was all set to return to campus for his fourth year. However, his plans were derailed when he couldn't secure on-campus housing through the random selection process used for mature returning students. As a BC r

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Faith-Based Education: A Growing Trend in Voucher States

The rise of faith-based education in voucher states has been a growing trend in recent years. According to a recent report, some churches are launching new Christian schools on their campuses, seeking to provide parents with more education options that align with their religious values. While state

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

New Horizons in Education: Churches Take the Lead

As the education landscape continues to evolve, churches are stepping up to provide alternative schooling options that align with families' values. The trend is gaining momentum, with many houses of worship launching new Christian schools on their campuses. While state school voucher programs have m

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

The High-Earning Educators of Lyons Township High School

Lyons Township High School has just released its list of top-paid teachers and administrators for the 2023-24 school year. At the top of the list is Brian Waterman, the school's superintendent, who took home a whopping $254,617. That's a $7,000 increase from the previous year! But it's not just the

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Sep 19 2024EDUCATION

Growing Minds: How Aquaponics is Revolutionizing STEM Education

The Innovation in Education: Walker's Westside Junior High School's Aquaponics Program Walker's Westside Junior High School has recently received a significant boost in its efforts to introduce a cutting-edge aquaponics program. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Gulf R

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