In Peru, schools face a growing threat from criminal gangs demanding money. These gangs target schools, especially in poor areas, asking for large sums, between $14, 000 and $28, 000. The gangs send threatening messages and even photos of weapons to scare the schools into paying. These threats are real; a 16-year-old was caught planting a bomb at a school entrance. ...
South Carolina might soon see a change in how schools handle emergencies. A new bill is making its way through the state legislature. If passed, it would require every school to have a mobile panic alert system. This system lets teachers quickly call for help with just a few clicks. The idea is to save precious seconds during critical moments. Some schools in South ...
Schools are using AI to monitor students' online activities on school-issued devices. This is done to keep students safe, but it raises serious questions about privacy and security. Students use these devices for more than just schoolwork; they also cope with personal struggles like depression, heartbreak, and bullying. The AI tools often help counselors reach out to...
The Trump administration's choices in foreign policy have been a real headache. Take Pete Hegseth, for instance. He was picked for his job because he was good at talking on TV, but he wasn't ready for the big leagues. He made a huge blunder by revealing key points during talks about stopping Russia's attack on Ukraine. This wasn't just a rookie mistake; it was a disa...
Imagine this: A chemist messes up data, and suddenly, schools are in a pickle. Back in December 2024, the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) discovered that not one, but two chemists had tampered with quality control data. This mess-up affected the testing method used to check for metals in water, specifically method 200. 7. The sta...
Scotland's educational institutions are stepping up to combat gender-based violence (GBV) among teenagers. This initiative, known as Equally Safe at School (ESAS), goes beyond just punishing wrongdoers; it aims to transform the entire school environment. ESAS is a comprehensive two-year plan. During the first year, schools focus on setting up key activities. These i...
On Wednesday night, New York City's school board, called the Panel for Educational Policy, disagreed with a recent order by President Trump. This order allows federal immigration officers to make arrests at "sensitive" places, including schools. The board passed a resolution that keeps these officers out of schools. The school board serves as New York City's school ...
New York City's 500 miles of coastline are at risk from rising sea levels and increased storm surges. Future heat waves will only get worse. By 2050, the city could see temperatures rise by up to 5. 5 degrees Fahrenheit. This means more property damage, health issues, and lives lost. But who pays? Taxpayers are footing the bill for the pollution caused by Big Oil. Be...
Imagine working in a school where students assault you, and you feel no one's got your back. That's what Lauren Eriksen, a teaching assistant at West Salem High School, claims in her lawsuit against the Salem-Keizer School District. She says students bit her so hard it caused nerve damage and gave her a concussion by hitting her in the face. Eriksen believes the dist...
Have you ever wondered who should monitor visitors at schools? Some secretaries in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 are saying it's not their job. Instead, they think security personnel should handle it. But the district disagrees. The issue surfaced at a recent board meeting. Linda Unda, the union president, voiced concerns. She believes the support staff...