Joslyn Dalton, a familiar face in Fairview Park City Schools, has stepped down after 13 years of service. Her departure marks the end of an era for the board, which has benefited from her steady leadership. Dalton, a respected figure in the community, chose not to run for reelection, leaving behind
Stefan Merrill Block's life took a dramatic turn when he was eight years old. Moving from Indianapolis to Plano, Texas, he found it hard to feel at home. The word "home" felt forced, like it was stuck on with weak glue. But soon, his shiny new house became a prison. For five long years, from fourth
Seattle-area schools have been using a health survey called "Check Yourself" to gather information from students as young as 10. This survey covers topics like gender identity, romantic interests, and substance use. The data collected is then shared with external organizations, which has raised priv
In the United States, healthcare chaplaincy education has been a bit all over the place. There's no set rulebook, so training can vary a lot. This inconsistency can make it tough for chaplains to be fully prepared for their roles. To tackle this issue, a group of experts got together to create some
In Uganda, young adults are increasingly looking to start their own businesses. But does gender play a role in who decides to become an entrepreneur? A recent study focused on final-year university students to find out. The study looked at students at Mbarara University of Science and Technology. I
Courtney Rees found her calling in a place she least expected. She was all set to teach high school English, but a summer camp volunteer gig changed everything. Working with young kids was a game-changer. Their energy was infectious, and she loved the connection she made with them. So, she switched
A big problem is unfolding in Chicago. Education supporters are in a hurry. They are trying to stop a huge cut in money for after-school programs. The cut is $60 million. It will hurt many schools in Illinois. The cuts are set to start on January 1st. This is right after winter break. Critics say t
In a classroom decorated with green streamers and a festive Grinch-themed tree, first-grade teacher Carly Saal and her colleague Stacey Canova were making learning an exciting adventure for their students. The room buzzed with energy as 6- and 7-year-olds eagerly participated in Grinch Day activitie
In Portland, a new approach to math education is shaking things up. The goal? To give more students, especially those from lower-income families and students of color, a fair shot at advanced math classes. Here's how it's working. At Cesar Chavez K-8 School, seventh graders are diving into project-
A special program is open for applications until Monday. This program is designed to help people grow as leaders. It is called the Leadership Institute Cohort. It is run by the New Jersey Black Women’s Collective. This group was started in 2021. It is the first of its kind in New Jersey. The group f
