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Jan 03 2026POLITICS

Mixing Religion and Education: A Florida Leader's Controversial Move

In a recent letter to Florida's education community, the state's education chief, Anastasios Kamoutsas, decided to share a biblical quote. He picked Proverbs 22:6, which talks about guiding children in the right path. But why did he feel the need to bring religion into a government communication? T

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Dec 31 2025EDUCATION

France Takes a Stand: New Rules for Kids and Social Media

France is making big moves to protect kids from social media. Starting in 2026, kids under 15 won't be allowed to use social media. This is part of a bigger plan to keep kids safe online. The French government is also planning to ban phones in high schools. This rule is already in place for younger

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Dec 31 2025OPINION

Why Closing the Panhandle Plains Historical Museum is a Big Mistake

The Panhandle Plains Historical Museum in Canyon, Texas, is more than just a building. It's a monument to the state's rich history and culture. For generations, families have visited this museum, learning about the local way of life, the oil boom, and even the history of the automobile industry. The

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Dec 25 2025EDUCATION

Nursing Schools Face Hurdles Due to Loan Rule Changes

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

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Dec 25 2025EDUCATION

Harford County Schools Tighten Hiring Rules After Controversial Hire

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

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Dec 24 2025OPINION

A Closer Look at the Idaho Freedom Foundation's Christmas Card

The Idaho Education Association (IEA) is a group that works to improve public schools. They help teachers and school staff get fair pay and good working conditions. The IEA has been doing this for a long time and is still very effective. But there is a group called the Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF

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Dec 24 2025EDUCATION

Paychecks at Risk: Student Loan Defaults Loom Large

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

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Dec 17 2025EDUCATION

Britain's Big Move: Back to Erasmus After Brexit

Britain is making a U-turn. After leaving the Erasmus program during Brexit, it's now planning to rejoin in 2027. This decision is seen as a big win for young people, giving them a chance to study abroad without extra costs. But there's a catch. The UK will pay £570 million for the 2027/28 academic

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Dec 15 2025EDUCATION

School Days Shortened: A New Plan for Southern Boone County

Southern Boone County R-I School District is considering a big change. They might switch to a four-day school week. This could start in the 2026-27 school year. On the days they do go to school, classes would run longer. School would start at 7:50 a. m. and end at 3:25 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday.

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Dec 14 2025EDUCATION

Graduate Degrees and Student Loans: A Shift in the Game

The Department of Education (ED) recently updated its list of "professional" graduate degrees eligible for higher student loan limits. This change has sparked debate. Only eleven degrees made the cut, leaving many others, like nursing and accounting, out in the cold. Some people are upset. They thi

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