Imagine a system where schools are judged on how well students perform on standardized tests. Sounds straightforward, right? But what if these tests are flawed, and the grades given to schools aren't entirely accurate? This is the situation currently facing schools in Texas, where a judge has tempor
The latest test scores for grades 3-8 in New York have shed light on the alarming state of the public education system. The results are a stark reminder of the struggles that students, parents, and educators are facing. According to the data, fewer than half of all students statewide scored grade-le
The shooting at Apalachee High School in Georgia was a devastating event that left the community reeling. The tragedy claimed the lives of four people, including two students and two teachers. In the aftermath, the students, staff, and community were left to pick up the pieces and try to make sense
Tulane University has announced a groundbreaking gift that will revolutionize its 112-year-old School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. The donor, Celia Scott Weatherhead, has made a significant contribution to the institution, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the field of public
Tulane University's School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine has received a significant gift from a long-time donor, Celia Scott Weatherhead, which will help transform the institution into one of the best in the world. Weatherhead, a 1965 graduate of Tulane's Newcomb College, has given over $16
In a unique partnership, Ent Credit Union and the Denver Broncos are coming together to teach high school students in Colorado the ins and outs of financial literacy. The "Adventures in Reality" program is all about preparing students for the real world by simulating real-life budgeting and expense
In the aftermath of a series of worrying school shooting hoaxes, a Florida sheriff has taken a bold step to address the issue. Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood is posting mugshots of students who make these threats on social media, in a bid to make parents and the public take notice. The move is
The quiet town of Springfield, Ohio, was shaken by a series of bomb threats last week, forcing the evacuation of schools, government buildings, and even elected officials' homes. But what made this incident particularly startling was the culprit: foreign actors, who claimed responsibility for the ma
The stunning revelations about six Department of Education employees stealing slots meant for homeless children to take their own kids on luxurious taxpayer-funded trips have raised questions about the rot that runs deep within the city's public-school system. The scheme, led by Linda M. Wilson, a s
Imagine driving on a highway with no speed limit signs, no traffic police, and no restrictions. Sounds chaotic, right? Yet, this is the reality for many drivers in Dallas, where speed limits are often ignored. The Texas Department of Transportation has recently lowered speed limits on several roads
