Think of a big school software supplier, or maybe even one you use. Now imagine it got hacked, and some personal details were taken. That's just what happened. PowerSchool, a cloud-based platform for schools, got breached on December 28. Someone swiped two tables from their student info system, whic
The topic of asking anesthetized patients for consent before performing sensitive exams, like pelvic or rectal ones, has been gaining attention. But what do future doctors think about this? A recent conversation with Canadian medical students revealed some interesting viewpoints. Some students beli
A federal judge in Kentucky has struck down nationwide rules put forward by President Biden’s administration that aimed to protect LGBTQ+ students from discrimination in education. The 1, 500-page regulation, which extended Title IX’s scope to cover gender identity and sexual orientation, was found
Imagine a school day without smartphones. That's what Ridge High School in New Jersey is planning to do. The school wants to see if leaving phones in backpacks for a whole day can boost student focus and well-being. The idea isn't new. Nearby William Annin School already does this. But Ridge High w
Last month, a shocking cyberattack hit PowerSchool, a cloud software used in schools. This attack compromised personal information of students and teachers in South Carolina. The state's education department is now digging deep to find out how many people were affected. PowerSchool admitted that som
Ever wondered if playing video games could help you ace those tricky physics problems? Well, a recent study of 566 Saudi university students found that frequent gamers reported better spatial abilities than their less-gaming counterparts. The study wasn't just about how often they played, but also w
Colleges and universities are bracing for changes as Donald Trump prepares to move back into the White House. A key concern is the status of international students and staff with temporary or student visas. Trump's past advocacy for mass deportations and his previous "Muslim ban" have left instituti
Lots of students in healthcare fields like dentistry and nursing manage hefty academic workloads and high expectations. This often leads to stress, which can show up in physical ways too, called somatization symptoms. Though these signs have been talked about a lot, not much focus has been given to
The Internet is a big part of kids' lives today. But how good are they at using it to learn about health? A recent study in China checked this out. It found that some kids struggle to tell good health info from bad online. They also don't use the Internet much to solve their own health problems. The
As the new year begins, high school photojournalists in Massachusetts are diving into their craft, capturing the excitement of sports and school events. Over 20 students have shared their work in this week's photo gallery, showcasing various sports like basketball, hockey, and swimming, as well as c
