Beatrice Garcia knows firsthand the power of special education classroom assistants (SECAs). She credits them for helping her son, JoAngel, communicate and interact with his family. But recent financial strains in Chicago Public Schools (CPS) have sparked a turf war between two unions over who shoul
Imagine you're walking to school in Kobo town, Ethiopia. You're a high school girl, and the air is filled with tension. There's an armed conflict happening, and it's affecting your daily life. This is the reality for many girls in Kobo, and a recent study took a closer look at the gender-based viole
Have you ever thought about what's truly important for kids to learn before they start school? It's not just about ABCs and 123s. Experts say that preschool education should focus on a few key skills that lay a solid foundation for learning and life. One crucial skill is communication. This isn't j
When it comes to COVID-19 vaccines, not all medical students think alike. Their views can be shaped by various factors, including where they come from and their backgrounds. This study dives into how these differences play out, focusing on how medical schools teach students about vaccines. First, l
A powerful winter storm, named Blair, has caused schools to close in 13 different states across the U. S. From the Midwestern states to the East Coast, the storm has brought freezing temperatures and heavy snow, making roads impassable and travel challenging. Missouri and Indiana are among the state
Hey there, Oklahoma! It's getting chilly out there, so you'll want to grab your coat, scarf, and gloves. Let's talk weather! First off, you can get real-time updates on the weather, road conditions, power outages, and school closings. Isn't technology amazing? So, how are the roads looking? The Ok
On January 4th, the hockey and basketball courts were buzzing with action. In girls' hockey, Willmar shut out Litchfield-Dassel-Cokato 4-0. The stars were out for Hutchinson, with Sophia Hess nailing a hat trick against River Lakes. St. Cloud Crush dominated Waconia 5-2, thanks to Molly Burkstrand's
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has spent a whopping $100 million over the past four years on programs focused on restorative justice, social-emotional learning, and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This spending was revealed in a new report by Parents Defending Education (PDE), a right-leani
Donovan Murph, a star wide receiver from Irmo, South Carolina, has decided to commit to the University of South Carolina. This decision was announced during the Under Armour All-America game. Murph, a four-star prospect, chose the Gamecocks over other top schools like Clemson, Colorado, Ole Miss, an
Imagine this: a school shooting happens, and the shooter is a teenage girl. It's a rare event, but it happened. We know men commit more violent crimes, but girls are more likely to be victims. Let's dig into why. In 2022, girls experienced over half of all violent crimes in the US. That's a 24% inc
