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Feb 22 2025EDUCATION

What If the Department of Education Vanishes?

Imagine this: The Department of Education is no more. What does this mean for the 42 million people with federal student loans? First off, they still owe that money. Paying back loans is still a must. But who's in charge now? That's the big question. Let's go back a bit. The Department of Education

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Feb 22 2025EDUCATION

Luigi Mangione: From Ivy League to Infamy

Luigi Mangione, a name that has recently grabbed headlines, is a 26-year-old engineer who found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Born and raised in Maryland, Mangione's journey took him from the prestigious halls of the Gilman School to the Ivy League corridors of the University o

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Feb 22 2025EDUCATION

Verizon's Tech Boost: Bridging the Digital Divide for Students

Verizon's Innovative Learning program has been making waves in education. It has already reached over 8. 5 million students. This program is on a mission to help 10 million students by 2030. It's all about giving students and teachers the tools they need to thrive in a digital world. The program

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Are We Overlooking the Importance of Prenatal Test Choices?

Prenatal genetic tests, like Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT), are increasingly common in prenatal care. These tests can spot certain genetic issues in a growing baby. But some medical experts are worried that these tests are being offered too casually. Imagine this: You're sitting in a doctor'

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

School Year Shortened Due to Weather

In Lee’s Summit, Missouri, the school year is wrapping up earlier than expected. This is due to the district facing more weather-related closures than anticipated. The district has had 11 days off due to bad weather. This has pushed the last day of school to June 2. However, the district is aiming t

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Texas Schools: Big Changes on the Horizon

Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools.

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Stories vs. Textbooks: Which Helps Students Learn Anatomy Better?

Imagine trying to learn about the human body without any stories or interesting details. That's what traditional anatomy classes often look like. But what if adding a bit of storytelling could make learning anatomy more fun and effective? That's exactly what a recent study explored. A group

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Texas Lawmakers Push for School Choice: A New Era for Education?

Texas is buzzing with talk about school choice. The state's House Speaker, Dustin Burrows, recently declared that this legislative session is all about pushing for a private-school voucher program. He believes that the time has finally come for families to have more options in education. Burrows ma

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

When Progress Stalls: Kids' Disability Rights in Limbo

Parents like Christine Smith Olsey faced a tough time when they tried to get help for their kids with disabilities. Olsey's son was struggling in school, and she knew something wasn't right. She asked for extra help, but the school didn't listen. So, she filed a complaint with the state and then wit

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Texas Governor Pushes for School Choice

In a recent speech, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a significant push for a private school voucher program. This program, if implemented, would allow parents to choose where their children attend school, with the state providing up to $10, 000 for private school expenses or $2, 000 for homesch

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