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Dec 29 2025EDUCATION

How Arkansas Education Funds Are Being Used in Unusual Ways

Arkansas education officials have shed light on some surprising purchases made using public funds through the state's Educational Freedom Account (EFA) program. Among the items bought were a luxury chicken coop, high-end gaming chairs, and designer clothing. The chicken coop, priced at $607. 99, was

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Dec 26 2025EDUCATION

A Surprise Gift Eases the Burden for Future Lab Heroes

A big surprise awaited students at the University of Washington. They thought they were in trouble, but instead, they learned that an anonymous donor had given $50 million to cover their tuition. This generous gift is for students in the Medical Laboratory Science Program. It will pay for their seni

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Dec 26 2025POLITICS

Texas Schools and the Voucher Program: A Clash of Values

Texas is taking a hard look at its new school voucher program. Officials want to make sure that taxpayer money doesn't end up supporting schools with questionable ties. The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program is set to launch soon, offering families up to $10, 474 per child for private s

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

New York's Missed Chance: Why Aren't Students Getting Their Share of College Cash?

New York has a big problem. It's not collecting the right info to make sure students get their fair share of college money. The state has a law that says schools must report how many students fill out the FAFSA form. This form is key to unlocking over $1 billion in federal aid. But the state won't s

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Dec 22 2025EDUCATION

Building Skills: Columbia Falls Eyes New Trades Academy

Columbia Falls School District is pushing for a new charter school focused on trades. This isn't just any new idea; it's building on something they've already been doing well. For years, students from Columbia Falls have been working with Glacier National Park. They build cabins and other structures

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Dec 21 2025HEALTH

Nursing: A Family Legacy of Care and Community Support

Nursing is more than just a job. It's a passion for those who want to help others when they are sick or hurt. This is especially important in the U. S. , where there aren't enough nurses to take care of everyone who needs help. The Trump Administration once said that nursing degrees aren't as impor

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Teachers in Moldova Plan Silent Protest for Better Pay

Teachers in Moldova are gearing up for a unique form of protest on December 16. They want better wages. The Federation of Trade Unions of Education and Science Workers of Moldova organized this event. The protest will start at 12:30 PM Moscow time. Teachers will hold up blank sheets of paper. They

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Dec 15 2025ENVIRONMENT

South Carolina's Wildlife Fund Hits a Big Milestone

The Harry Hampton Memorial Wildlife Fund is making waves in South Carolina's conservation world. They're close to hitting a $5 million mark in donations to the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). The latest grant, planned for 2026, is $190, 000. This money comes from private dona

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Dec 12 2025EDUCATION

New School Mental Health Funding: A Shift in Focus

The U. S. Department of Education recently declared a significant change in their funding strategy. They have allocated over $208 million to bolster mental health services in schools. This move comes with a notable shift away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs that were previously

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Dec 03 2025EDUCATION

Alabama's Education Budget: A Storm Brewing

Alabama is facing a tough road ahead when it comes to funding education. The state's education budget is under pressure from rising health insurance costs and other financial demands. The Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) CEO, David Bronner, recently warned that the Legislature will have to make s

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