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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

Managers Innovate to Fill Lowcountry Special Education Openings Amid Shortage

The nationwide teacher shortage has left hiring managers scrambling to fill teaching positions across the state. But the challenge is even greater when it comes to special education. Last year, the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, & Advancement reported that there were over 288 open speci

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Sep 16 2024POLITICS

B. C. Conservative Leader's Honest Conversation: Energy, Education, and Cancel Culture

As John Rustad, the leader of the B.C. Conservative Party, sat down with Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson for a wide-ranging podcast episode, he didn't hold back on his thoughts about the province's energy future, education system, and the so-called "cancel culture." With a no-holds-barred appr

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Sep 16 2024LIFESTYLE

College Tuition Scam Alert: Don't Fall for the Fake Calls!

As the fall semester approaches, colleges and universities are in full swing, and for students and their parents, it can be a chaotic time. However, amidst the excitement of new beginnings, scammers are lurking, preying on unsuspecting families. The scammers' modus operandi is to pose as representat

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Sep 16 2024LIFESTYLE

The Unlikely Rise of Disney Backpacks: A Senior Year Tradition

As high school seniors prepare to embark on their final year of secondary education, a peculiar phenomenon has emerged: Disney backpacks have become the norm. Gone are the days of functional, adult-themed bags; instead, students are opting for colorful, cartoon-inspired backpacks adorned with belove

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

The Great Back-to-School Debate: One Student's Struggle to Get the Education She Deserves

Imagine being 14 and feeling like you're stuck in limbo, with no clear path to education or a future. For Samantha, this is her reality. The teenager, who has autism and severe anxiety, is caught in a battle between her mother and Braintree Public Schools over her education. Despite her mother's eff

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

Empowering Teachers to Teach the Holocaust with Compassion and Accuracy

The importance of teaching about the Holocaust cannot be overstated. Not only is it a crucial part of understanding history, but it also serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of prejudice and hatred. However, teaching this sensitive topic requires a delicate balance of historical accuracy an

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Sep 16 2024BUSINESS

Data Science Without Commercial Guidance is Like Shooting in the Dark - A Recipe for Disaster

In recent years, the divide between tech and commercial teams has narrowed significantly, and we're now closer than ever to achieving our goals. This shift was accelerated by data technology, which introduced new skills, problems, and collaborators for the CTO and their team to tackle. While technic

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

Can the Supreme Court Deliver a Credible Opinion in a Contested Election?

The Supreme Court's ability to deliver a "credible" opinion in a contested presidential election has been a topic of discussion, especially after the high-profile decisions in recent years. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman seated on the nation's highest court, recently shed some

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

Decoding Political Spin: A Guide to Fascism, Authoritarianism, Communism, and Beyond

To navigate the upcoming election season, it's essential to understand the complexities of political ideologies. In this article, we'll delve into the characteristics of fascism, authoritarianism, communism, and their subtle differences. By recognizing the warning signs, you'll be better equipped to

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Sep 15 2024TECHNOLOGY

What's Brewing in the World of AI: GPT Next Teased, But What's the Hype?

As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, rumors are swirling around OpenAI's next-generation large language model (LLM), dubbed "GPT Next". The excitement is palpable, but what does it really mean? Let's dive into the buzz and separate fact from fiction. First, a quick

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