Manchester Local Schools are saying goodbye to two familiar faces and welcoming new ones. The school board recently swore in Krisi Gindlesperger to fill the seat left by Steve Rector. Rector stepped down to become the mayor of New Franklin. Gindlesperger will finish the remaining two years of Rector
A recent decision by the Education Department has sparked concern among nursing schools and professionals. The department's new rules limit borrowing for certain graduate programs, including nursing. This has led to worries about a potential shortage of advanced nursing professionals. Several Repub
A familiar face in Jackson County's education scene is getting ready to say goodbye. Kevin Oxley, the superintendent of the Jackson County Intermediate School District, has decided to retire after working in schools for a long time. He made the announcement in December, saying he plans to step down
Harford County's schools are making big changes to how they hire teachers. This comes after a news report revealed that a man with serious charges was hired to teach. The school board president, Aaron Poynton, created a new policy to make sure this doesn't happen again. The new rules say that if so
Nursing educators are trying to figure out how to make sure students aren't overwhelmed in their first semester. They want to find a good balance for the amount of work students should handle. This isn't just about the number of hours spent studying. It's also about the types of tasks and how challe
The U. S. Department of Education has confirmed that wage garnishments are on the horizon for millions of student loan borrowers who are seriously behind on their payments. This development is part of a broader overhaul of the student loan system, which affects over 40 million Americans and amounts
The U. S. Department of Education has revealed plans to resume wage garnishment for up to 5 million student loan borrowers who have fallen behind on their payments. This move comes as a significant shift from the temporary relief provided during the COVID-19 pandemic. Starting the week of January 7
Deaf women are changing what it means to be a leader. They focus on trust, understanding, and taking care of their communities. This is different from the usual ideas of being in charge. Many deaf women face big challenges. They deal with unfair treatment because of their gender and hearing status.
Kutztown University is all set to be the host for the 2026 Berks County Science Olympiad. The event is scheduled for January 8, with January 12 as the backup date in case of snow. This year, the Olympiad will bring together over 300 high school students from Berks County and other areas. These stud
The number of students in U. S. medical schools has reached a new high. Over 100, 000 students are now studying to become doctors. This is a big deal because it shows more people want to work in healthcare. Most of these students are women. In fact, more than half of the applicants and the incoming
