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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Lobbying Scandal: Watchdog Group Calls for Stricter Rules

Common Cause Rhode Island has filed a complaint against Michael Magee, the former CEO of Chiefs for Change. The complaint alleges that Magee failed to register as a lobbyist, even though he was involved in steering a multimillion-dollar state education contract to the ILO Group. This came after Gove

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

New Education Secretary: A Fresh Perspective

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon as the new Secretary of Education. While some Democrats and legacy media outlets are critical of this choice, others see her as a refreshing pick. Unlike her predecessor, McMahon has a background in business, not just education. McMahon's busine

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Idaho Higher Ed Gets New Rules on Diversity

In a recent move, Idaho's higher education institutions got new guidelines. The Idaho State Board of Education unanimously approved new policies. These policies say "no" to DEI ideology – which stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. They don't want these ideas to take the spotlight away from i

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Dec 19 2024CELEBRITIES

Pharrell Williams' New UNESCO Role: A Surprising Turn

Pharrell Williams, known for his 13 Grammy wins and numerous award nominations, has taken on a new challenge. On December 17, the singer, producer, and songwriter was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship. This rare honor, bestowed in a Paris ceremony,

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Dec 19 2024EDUCATION

New York's Top Schools: A Battle Over 'Equity' and Testing

Imagine this: some folks in New York City are trying to change how kids get into the best public high schools. They say it's about being fair, or "equity, " but it's causing a lot of worry for families. The city's Panel for Education Policy is voting on whether to keep using a special test to get in

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Brett Favre's Voice on School Assignments and Kids' Safety

Brett Favre, the legendary NFL quarterback, has been making waves off the field with his strong opinions on various topics. One of his latest stances involves a school assignment that asked students to act out being LGBTQ and “coming out. ” Favre criticized this assignment, saying he wouldn’t have m

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Fear in the Classroom: How Immigration Politics Affects Young Learners

In Philadelphia, an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher has noticed a significant shift in their students' attitudes. Many of these students, ranging from kindergarten to eighth grade, are immigrants who have arrived in the U. S. within the past four years. The teacher shares that the older s

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

Shocking Incident: Teacher Harms Nonverbal Student

In the small town of DeFuniak Springs, Florida, a disturbing event took place at the Wise Center. A special education teacher, Tonya Gainey, was accused of hurting a 3-year-old nonverbal student during lunchtime. The incident was caught on camera. Gainey, who is 57, allegedly slammed the young boy's

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Dec 18 2024EDUCATION

Elon Musk's New Texas Preschool: A Unique Learning Space in the Making

Imagine driving through the heart of Texas, near Bastrop, and spotting a brand-new preschool. This isn't just any playground; it's a Montessori private school called Ad Astra, funded by Elon Musk. The school is open to kids aged three to nine and can accommodate up to 21 students. Interestingly, the

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Dec 18 2024CELEBRITIES

Pharrell Williams Joins UNESCO as Goodwill Ambassador for Education and Entrepreneurship

Pop star and fashion designer Pharrell Williams was appointed as UNESCO’s goodwill ambassador for artistic education and entrepreneurship in Paris. This comes after his notable appearances in the city as the Louis Vuitton menswear artistic director and a performer at Notre Dame Cathedral’s reopening

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