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 campuses. They believe EVIT is keeping more money than it should. EVIT, o...
In Wisconsin, a mom and activist named Scarlett Johnson recently won a big legal victory. She was sued for defamation after she spoke out against her school district's focus on social justice. Johnson, who leads the local chapter of Moms for Liberty, made some strong comments on social media. She questioned why the school district had a "Social Justice Coordinator" a...
Schools in Pennsylvania are facing a big challenge: rising electricity costs. This is a problem because schools already spend a lot on energy, second only to teacher salaries. But there's a bright idea that can help: solar power. Solar panels can be a game-changer for schools. They can save money, reduce pollution, and make energy more reliable. Imagine if every sch...
The Fort Worth Independent School District is in hot water. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is stepping in to take control because one of its schools, Leadership Academy at Forest Oak Sixth Grade, has been failing for years. This isn't a sudden move, though. The district has been struggling to meet state standards for nearly two decades. The TEA's commissioner, Mik...
In a move that surprised many, the Lockport Township High School District 205 Board made a decision that will keep their current superintendent, Robert McBride, in his role for another year. This decision was made during a recent board meeting, where all members agreed to extend McBride's contract until June 2027. McBride has been at the helm of District 205 since 2...
A 26-year-old elementary school teacher from North Carolina is now facing serious trouble. Jordan Kacie Hawk was recently arrested in Florida. She was picked up on a fugitive warrant linked to crimes she allegedly committed back in North Carolina. Hawk was a teacher in Kannapolis, a city near Charlotte. She is accused of four counts of indecent liberties with a mino...
Schools in Omaha are handling AI in different ways. Some are diving in headfirst, while others are taking a slower approach. This isn't just about using new tech. It's about how schools prepare students for a future where AI is everywhere. Some districts are already using AI tools in classrooms. They see it as a way to make learning more personal. For example, AI ca...
Chicago's schools are in a tough spot. The new leader, Macquline King, just told everyone that the money trouble is worse than they thought. They need to find $730 million, which is a lot more than they expected. This means big decisions are coming. King is new to the job, but she knows it's her job to fix this mess. She wants to make sure schools open in August wit...
The Trump administration has decided to halt $1 billion in federal grants. These funds were meant for hiring mental health professionals in schools across the country. This move comes as a surprise to many, especially since the grants were part of the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. This act was passed after the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. The goa...
In Syracuse, New York, a group of high school students from Westhill High School found themselves in serious trouble after a prank gone wrong. The incident involved at least 11 students who are now facing felony kidnapping charges. The students had planned to haze younger members of the school’s lacrosse team. The district attorney described the incident as far mo...