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Oct 23 2025POLITICS

A Judge Schools the Government on Sex Ed Basics

A federal judge might just stop the Trump administration from cutting funds for sex education programs. This decision came after the judge called out the government's reasoning for the cuts. The administration claims it wants to "protect" kids from "radical gender ideology. " But really, it seems li

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Oct 23 2025EDUCATION

Sumter County School Shines with High Attendance Rates

In Sumter County, one school is making waves for all the right reasons. Alice Drive Elementary School has earned the first-ever "Every Day Counts" award from the Sumter School District. This honor comes with a 95. 4% student attendance rate, which is no small feat. The school district has been worki

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Oct 23 2025EDUCATION

Building the Future of Healthcare Education

Morris County is gearing up for a big change in healthcare education. A new Center for Health Professions is being built at County College of Morris. This massive 80, 000-square-foot building is set to open in 2027. So, why is this a big deal? Well, there's a shortage of healthcare workers across t

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Oct 23 2025EDUCATION

After School Magic: How Programs Boost Maine's Youth

In Maine, after school programs are more than just a place for kids to hang out. They are vital spaces where learning, safety, and growth happen. Programs like Portland LearningWorks Afterschool (LWAS) serve over 550 students across different towns. These programs are free, thanks to local school di

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Oct 22 2025SCIENCE

Neil deGrasse Tyson's New Book: Why Science Funding Matters

Neil deGrasse Tyson has a new book coming out. It's called "Just Visiting This Planet: Further Scientific Adventures of Merlin From Omniscia. " This book is a refreshed version of his first work, originally published in 1989. It's filled with fun questions and answers about space, science, and even

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Oct 22 2025SCIENCE

Science Fun Day: Explore, Learn, and Play in San Francisco

The Bay Area is known for many things: its towering redwoods, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and its famous sourdough bread. But it's also a hub for science and innovation, home to top universities like UC Berkeley and Stanford, Nobel laureates, and cutting-edge tech companies. This Saturday, the Ba

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Oct 22 2025EDUCATION

Young Voice for Climate Change Takes the Stage at UM

A young person took center stage at the University of Montana recently. Her name is Kelsey Juliana. She is part of a group suing the government over climate change. This is not just any lawsuit. It's a big deal. It's called the Held trial. Kelsey was there to share her story and her thoughts. Kelse

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Oct 22 2025EDUCATION

Breaking Barriers: Education Reaches Incarcerated Women in Massachusetts

A new opportunity is opening up for women in Massachusetts prisons. Boston College is teaming up with the state's Department of Correction to bring education to those behind bars. This isn't a new idea, but it's expanding. Since 2019, the Boston College Prison Education Program has been running at M

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Oct 22 2025EDUCATION

School Board Candidates Share Their Top Concerns

In the upcoming election for the Thompson School District Board of Education, candidates are highlighting different issues they believe are crucial for the district. One major concern is the drop in student numbers, which puts pressure on the district to maintain quality education with fewer resourc

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Oct 22 2025EDUCATION

Lake Worth ISD: A School District in the Spotlight

Lake Worth Independent School District is under the microscope. The Texas Education Agency is thinking about taking over the district. Why? Because the district has been getting "F" grades for too long. The Commissioner of Education, Mike Morath, recently visited the district to see things for himse

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