The recent decision to end the National Blue Ribbon Schools program has left many educators feeling disheartened. This program, which started in 1982, recognized schools for their excellence and hard work. Schools like Pellston Elementary in Michigan, which won the award in 2024, took great pride in
A gallery in Old Greenwich is hosting its second annual art show. This event is not just about displaying art. It is also about supporting local kids' access to arts programs. The show, called "Art Today-Futures Tomorrow, " will open on Oct. 25. It will feature a mix of famous and local artists. The
Keegan Fogarty, a senior mechanical engineering student at the University of Iowa, is on a mission to change how small and mid-size manufacturers use automation. His company, General Robotics, is developing software that could make it easier for engineers to integrate robots into their assembly line
The White House has a big plan to change public education. They want to undo old policies that they say taught kids "radical woke anti-American ideologies" and let racial discrimination run wild. They also want parents to have more say in what their kids learn. During the Biden administration, grou
Mike Fowler, a dedicated educator and former superintendent of the Grossmont Union High School District, passed away after a courageous fight against brain cancer. His journey in education was marked by a deep commitment to students and a lasting influence on the community. Fowler's career in educa
Alisha DeBerry, a well-known instructor at the Superior School of Real Estate, has earned a major award. The North Carolina Real Estate Educators Association (NCREEA) named her the 2025 Educator of the Year. This award shows how much she has done to improve real estate education in the state. DeBer
The University of Minnesota made a bold move recently. They said no to a deal from the Trump administration. This deal was called the “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education. ” It promised extra federal funding to universities. But there was a catch. Schools had to agree to certain cons
The Peoria Rivermen are not just scoring goals on the ice; they're also making a difference in the community. Teaming up with PNC Bank, they've launched a new initiative called "Goals for Great. " Here's how it works: every time the Rivermen score a goal at home during the 2025-26 season, PNC Bank w
In Baltimore County, something exciting is happening at Towson High School. Leaders from the county and state recently started a huge construction project. This isn't just a small update. It's a major overhaul that will take years to finish. The plan is to add a big new section to the school. Some
Choosing a college is not just about the classes. Students also need to think about where they will live. Things like how much it costs to live there, how friendly the people are, and what there is to do can make a big difference. A recent study looked at over 400 cities in the U. S. to find the be
