EDUCATION

Oct 12 2024POLITICS

NYC Schools Investigation: Feds Dig Deeper

The New York City Department of Education has received a subpoena as part of an ongoing federal investigation. This legal request is focused on outgoing Schools Chancellor David Banks and his brother, Terence Banks, who worked as a consultant for companies with city contracts. The subpoena, issued r

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Oct 12 2024EDUCATION

Why Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Stands Out for Aviation Professionals

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) is known worldwide for its focus on aviation and aerospace. With campuses in Florida and Arizona, it serves nearly 31,000 students. But what makes ERAU stand out? Let’s explore. ERAU has been around since 1926. Unlike other universities, its curriculum is

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Oct 11 2024EDUCATION

Learning California's Native History: A Necessary Change

Imagine learning that your ancestors faced brutal attacks and forced labor, yet their stories are barely mentioned in history books. For Native American students in California, this will soon change. A new law makes it mandatory for schools to teach about the hardships and resilience of Native Calif

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Oct 11 2024EDUCATION

San Ramon Teen Takes the Stage at UN

Imagine this: a teenager from San Ramon, California, steps up to the podium at the United Nations General Assembly Science Summit 2024. That teenager was Adya Gupta, and she wasn't just any speaker—she was one of the youngest there! Adya was picked to talk about her nonprofit, Impactt Kids, which he

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Oct 11 2024EDUCATION

Students from Payson School Tackle Teen Mental Health Issues

In the heart of the United States, Payson School students are taking on a big challenge: teen mental health. They're not alone in this mission, as schools across the country are joining the effort. From Alabama to Wyoming, and even in places like Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands, students are s

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Where Do Harris and Trump Stand on Education?

Education is a hot topic, and both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have their own views on it. Let's dive into what they think about schools across the country. Did you know there are 50 states in the U.S.? From Alabama to Wyoming, each state has its unique education system. Harris and Trump hav

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Oct 10 2024EDUCATION

Gaia Diaz's Music Dream Becomes a Reality

Gaia Diaz, a dedicated student at Long Beach City College, is chasing her dream of teaching music. For Hispanic Heritage Month, she received a big surprise. Helpful Honda, with the help of SoCal Honda Dealers, gifted her a brand new cello. This impressive instrument comes with musical accessories, e

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Oct 10 2024TECHNOLOGY

A Decade of Empowering Women in Tech

It's a special milestone for a Charleston-based group dedicated to women in technology: they're celebrating 10 years of support and advancement! Charleston Women in Tech is throwing a free party open to the public, happening at Red Palm Tavern on Romney Street from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. This organizatio

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Oct 10 2024BUSINESS

Shari Redstone Backs Tony Dokoupil's Interview with Ta-Nehisi Coates

Shari Redstone, head of Paramount Global, recently showed support for CBS anchor Tony Dokoupil over his controversial interview with author Ta-Nehisi Coates. Speaking at New York Advertising Week, Redstone praised Dokoupil's handling of the interview. She believed he demonstrated civil discourse and

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Oct 09 2024POLITICS

Bible Buying Battle: Oklahoma Schools Face Bid Controversy

Oklahoma has run into trouble with their plan to put Bibles in classrooms from fifth grade to high school. The state's Education Department set strict rules for the Bible purchase, which sparked complaints that only two Bibles endorsed by former President Donald Trump met the criteria. The demand fo

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