Texas Christian University just got a huge surprise. Someone gave them $40 million to help their science and engineering programs grow. This is the biggest gift they've ever gotten for these programs in their 25-year history. The money comes from Louise Dilworth Davis. She went to TCU a long time a
A Christian school in Vermont is making waves by challenging a new state law that changes how public tuition dollars are handed out. The Mid Vermont Christian School argues that the law, Act 73, is unfairly cutting religious schools out of the funding loop. They claim the law was designed to exclude
South Carolina is facing a big problem. Many families struggle to find good and affordable child care. This is because there aren't enough people working in child care. From 2018 to 2022, around 2, 500 early childhood educators left their jobs. Why? Low pay and few benefits. Most child care workers
A big disagreement is happening between nine school districts and the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) over who gets what share of the money for career technical education (CTE) programs. The school districts say EVIT is not playing fair by cutting funds for CTE classes held on their campu
Anchorage is in the middle of a heated discussion about closing two elementary schools. Parents and teachers are worried about how this will affect kids, especially those with special needs. They say moving students around too much can be disruptive and harmful. The school board is listening to the
In 2025, the Texas Lottery gave a big chunk of money to education and veterans. It sent $1. 77 billion to the Foundation School Fund. This money helps with teacher pay, classroom tech, special education, and even school trips. It also gave $31. 1 million to the Fund for Veterans’ Assistance. This he
A nonprofit called Teaching for Change has been getting a lot of public money. Between 2023 and 2025, D. C. public schools, the mayor's office, and the city's art commission gave them nearly $330, 000. The Smithsonian also paid them about $20, 000 from 2019 to 2022 for teaching events. This group r
A gallery in Old Greenwich is hosting its second annual art show. This event is not just about displaying art. It is also about supporting local kids' access to arts programs. The show, called "Art Today-Futures Tomorrow, " will open on Oct. 25. It will feature a mix of famous and local artists. The
The Peoria Rivermen are not just scoring goals on the ice; they're also making a difference in the community. Teaming up with PNC Bank, they've launched a new initiative called "Goals for Great. " Here's how it works: every time the Rivermen score a goal at home during the 2025-26 season, PNC Bank w
In Maine, after school programs are more than just a place for kids to hang out. They are vital spaces where learning, safety, and growth happen. Programs like Portland LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) serve over 550 students across different towns. These programs are free, thanks to local school di
