SCHOOL SAFETY

Oct 30 2025EDUCATION

Pete Halli: From Police Force to School Guardian

Pete Halli, a former Hampton Township Police officer, has found a new purpose as a school resource officer. After 25 years in law enforcement, he now spends his days at Blessed Trinity Academy in Indiana Township. His role is more than just ensuring safety; it's about building trust and relationships with students. Halli's journey began in 1998 when he joined the po...

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Oct 16 2025EDUCATION

Godwin Heights Schools: A Vote for a Brighter Future

In November, the Godwin Heights Public Schools district is asking voters to approve a $44. 5 million bond. This bond, if passed, will fund upgrades and improvements across the district's schools over the next 25 years. The good news is that voting yes won't raise taxes. The current tax rate will stay the same. The bond focuses on three main areas: safety, security, ...

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Sep 28 2025OPINION

A Scary Day at School: When Parents Fear Leaving Their Kids

In Portland, Maine, a regular school morning turned into a nightmare. A parent was taken away by ICE right in front of their child's school. This happened on the school's access road, where kids, parents, and teachers all saw it. It was a shock to everyone, especially the kids. After this happened, many families were too scared to send their kids to school the next ...

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Sep 12 2025EDUCATION

Teachers Face Leave After Controversial Posts on Charlie Kirk's Death

In Massachusetts, two teachers are now on leave after their social media posts about Charlie Kirk's death sparked outrage. Kirk, a well-known conservative figure, was tragically shot while speaking at Utah Valley University. His death has sent shockwaves across the nation, and the reactions from these teachers have added fuel to the fire. The first teacher, from Wac...

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Sep 08 2025POLITICS

Public Schools and Prayer: A New Debate

President Donald Trump recently spoke at a meeting in Washington, D. C. He announced plans to have the Department of Education issue new rules. These rules would protect prayer in public schools. However, he did not share many details or a timeline for this plan. Trump mentioned that the Bible was once common in classrooms. He claimed that today, students are expose...

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Jul 07 2025CRIME

Gangs in Peru: Schools Under Siege

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. ...

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Mar 25 2025EDUCATION

Teachers to Get Quick Emergency Help with New Tech

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 ...

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Mar 13 2025EDUCATION

Big Brother in Schools: AI Watching Students

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...

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Trump's Team: A Mess of Mistakes and Missteps

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...

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Lead Testing Mix-Up in Colorado Schools

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...

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