Montgomery County's only charter school, the MECCA Business Learning Institute (MBLI), is in hot water. Just a few months after it opened, the school is facing serious trouble. The county's education officials are considering shutting it down. Why? They say the school broke some important rules. Fi
Parents in New York are pushing back against the idea that only a few groups should decide what books their kids can read in school. They believe they should have a say in what their children are exposed to, especially when it comes to content that might not be suitable for their age. The current s
Special education is in a tough spot. There aren't enough teachers or resources to go around. Many states are struggling to fill these roles, and the pandemic made things even worse. But there's a new player in town: Parallel Learning. This virtual platform is making waves by helping students meet t
Atlanta is gearing up for a surge in visitors during the 2026 World Cup. Many locals are planning to rent out their homes through Airbnb. Nadia Giordani, a Cabbagetown resident, is one of them. She helps others get ready to host guests. Giordani expects a lot of interest in the coming months. Airbn
Franklin the Turtle, a beloved children's character, has found himself in the middle of a political storm. The Trump administration has been using images of Franklin in various contexts, much to the dismay of the character's publisher. The Department of Health and Human Services recently posted an
The Education Department has stirred up controversy by redefining which graduate degrees qualify as "professional" for federal student loans. Accounting degrees were notably left off the list, alongside other fields like nursing, engineering, and architecture. This decision could significantly impac
Students from Washington State University recently visited Moldova, diving deep into the country's rich winemaking traditions. They explored ancient sites, like medieval ruins and monasteries, where monks once hid to protect their wine. This trip was more than just a tour; it was a chance to underst
Oregon is facing a serious issue with student literacy. Governor Tina Kotek is pushing for better reading education, but the state's universities are not fully on board. The governor formed a panel to improve how future teachers are trained. The panel suggested using more research-backed teaching m
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Ryan Zhao, a 17-year-old from Basking Ridge, is making waves in the science world. He's one of 30 global semi-finalists in the Breakthrough Junior Challenge. This contest rewards students who create videos explaining complex science ideas. Ryan's video is about Noether's Theorem. This theorem expla
