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Nov 16 2025CRIME

Teacher's Shocking Actions Raise Questions About School Safety

A teacher in Colorado has been accused of serious crimes. Teresa Whalin, a 28-year-old wellness teacher, is facing charges. She is accused of having a sexual relationship with a student. This relationship lasted for over a year. After they broke up, Whalin allegedly stalked the student. The student

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Nov 16 2025EDUCATION

Why Grading Students on Effort and Participation Works Better

Education has been stuck in a rut for decades. The system focuses too much on test scores and not enough on how students grow and participate. This approach pushes students to give up, especially in high school. But there's a better way. Some teachers have found success by grading students on effor

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Nov 15 2025CRIME

Teacher in Trouble: Indiana Educator Faces Serious Accusations

A science teacher in Indiana is in hot water after being accused of hitting a student and making a scary remark to another. Cherie Hofmann, who teaches at Corydon Central High School, was arrested and charged with battery and intimidation. The incidents happened last month, and the details are prett

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Nov 14 2025EDUCATION

States Fight Back Against Education Grant Cuts

A recent court decision has given eight Democratic-led states a green light to challenge a policy that led to the cancellation of millions in teacher-training grants. This comes despite a Supreme Court ruling that initially seemed to favor the Trump administration's move. The Trump administration h

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Nov 13 2025EDUCATION

Springfield Teachers Take Charge: A New Era for Local Schools

In a big move for Springfield Local Schools, teachers have decided to go their own way. The Springfield Federation of Teaching Professionals (SFTP) is now an independent union. This change happened after a vote where every single teacher agreed to break away from the Ohio Education Association. The

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Nov 11 2025EDUCATION

How Wisconsin Schools Are Navigating the AI Wave

In Wisconsin, schools are figuring out how to use AI in the classroom. Some districts are all in, while others are more cautious. The goal is to help students use AI in a good way, not to cheat. Most students use AI to get help with their schoolwork. A recent study found that 92% of students use AI

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

A Teacher's Downfall: Serious Charges Shake Mesquite Academy

A teacher from Mesquite Academy is in hot water after being arrested for a serious crime. Chad Beery, a teacher at the school, was taken into custody at his home by the Rockwall Police Department. He's facing two charges related to having child pornography. The Mesquite Independent School District s

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Nov 07 2025CRIME

A Big Win for a Brave Teacher

A teacher in Virginia got a huge win recently. A jury gave her $10 million after she was shot by a 6-year-old student. The student brought a gun to class. The teacher, Abigail Zwerner, said she thought she was dying when it happened. The jury believed the school's assistant principal, Ebony Parker,

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Nov 07 2025POLITICS

Why Democrats Should Make Education Their Big Win

In the upcoming elections, Democrats might want to focus on education. It's not just a problem to fix; it's a powerful tool for change. Two candidates in Texas, James Talarico and Colin Allred, are already doing this. They're making education a big part of their campaigns. Talarico, a former teache

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Nov 06 2025EDUCATION

A Teacher's Legacy: Louise Brink Géczy's Impact on Human Rights Education

Louise Brink Géczy, a respected educator from Harford County, passed away on October 27 at the age of 79. Her influence extended far beyond the classroom, touching the lives of many students and colleagues. She was known for her dedication to teaching and her commitment to human rights. Born in Ohi

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