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
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
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
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
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
In a shocking turn of events, two Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, have been accused of sharing inside information about their pitches with gamblers. This isn't just about cheating; it's about breaking the trust of fans and the integrity of the game. The scheme i
Two Major League Baseball (MLB) pitchers from the Cleveland Guardians, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, are in hot water. They've been indicted for their alleged roles in a sports betting scandal. The charges? Wire fraud, conspiracy, and money laundering. The U. S. Attorney's office claims they rigged
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
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,
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
