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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

The Domino Effect of Abolishing the Department of Education

Imagine a world where the Department of Education, responsible for managing over $28 billion in federal funding for K-12 schools and student financial aid, disappears. For many, this might seem like a radical idea, but former President Donald Trump has threatened to make it a reality. What would be

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

Breaking Free from Campus Control

In recent times, higher education has been a focal point for heated debates and laws aimed at regulating campus life. The latest development in this saga is the passage of the GOP's "End Woke Higher Education Act" in the US House. This measure seeks to bar accrediting organizations from requiring co

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Lost in the Haze of Higher Education: One Student's Struggle

Raymond Hubscher, a biomedical engineering student at the University of British Columbia, was all set to return to campus for his fourth year. However, his plans were derailed when he couldn't secure on-campus housing through the random selection process used for mature returning students. As a BC r

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

Faith-Based Education: A Growing Trend in Voucher States

The rise of faith-based education in voucher states has been a growing trend in recent years. According to a recent report, some churches are launching new Christian schools on their campuses, seeking to provide parents with more education options that align with their religious values. While state

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Sep 20 2024RELIGION

Voucher Power: How Churches Are Redefining Education

In the United States, the debate surrounding education has been a longstanding issue. With the rise of voucher programs, churches are taking matters into their own hands. Vouchers, which provide financial assistance to families who want to send their children to private schools, have given churches

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

New Horizons in Education: Churches Take the Lead

As the education landscape continues to evolve, churches are stepping up to provide alternative schooling options that align with families' values. The trend is gaining momentum, with many houses of worship launching new Christian schools on their campuses. While state school voucher programs have m

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Sep 20 2024EDUCATION

The High-Earning Educators of Lyons Township High School

Lyons Township High School has just released its list of top-paid teachers and administrators for the 2023-24 school year. At the top of the list is Brian Waterman, the school's superintendent, who took home a whopping $254,617. That's a $7,000 increase from the previous year! But it's not just the

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Sep 20 2024SPORTS

A Triple-Header of College Football Action

The college football season is getting into full swing, with three exciting games on the schedule for Week 4. The action kicks off at noon on Saturday with Army taking on Rice in a matchup that promises to be a thrilling contest. The Black Knights are currently tied with Navy at the top of the Ameri

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Sep 19 2024EDUCATION

Growing Minds: How Aquaponics is Revolutionizing STEM Education

The Innovation in Education: Walker's Westside Junior High School's Aquaponics Program Walker's Westside Junior High School has recently received a significant boost in its efforts to introduce a cutting-edge aquaponics program. The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's Gulf R

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Sep 19 2024EDUCATION

Grading Schools: A Temporary Halt to Accountability?

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

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