Medical professionals often find themselves in teaching roles. Yet, formal training in teaching methods is scarce. This gap can lead to a focus on specific skills rather than a broader understanding of teaching approaches. A recent workshop aimed to bridge this gap. It focused on helping educators
In a small town in South Carolina, the head of a school district decided to share important weather news in a fun way. Instead of a regular announcement, he rapped the news to parents. He changed the words of a famous song to tell everyone that schools would be closed on Monday because of ice. He ev
In Olmsted Township, Ohio, big changes are on the horizon for the local schools. The Olmsted Falls City School District is working on a master plan to decide whether to renovate existing buildings or build new ones. This plan is expected to be ready by spring, and the district is involving the commu
The Education Department has decided to pause certain collection actions for some federal student loan borrowers. This move gives those in default a bit of a break while the government works on updating loan repayment and forgiveness programs. This pause means that actions like wage garnishment and
A high school band is set to shine at a big music event. The Ottawa Township High School Wind Ensemble has been chosen to perform at the Illinois Music Education Conference (IMEC) in Peoria. This is a pretty big deal. Only four high school bands from across Illinois get this chance each year. The p
Sudan is facing a huge problem. Many kids are missing school because of the war. More than eight million children have lost over 500 days of learning since the conflict started in April 2023. This is worse than the school closures during the COVID pandemic. The war has destroyed many schools. Some
Researchers wanted to see how much time kids spend on screens and playing outside affects their learning and feelings. They looked at different groups of preschoolers and how they use their time. Some kids spend a lot of time on screens, while others play outside more. The study aimed to see if thes
Medical students often have packed schedules, leaving little time for exercise. Yet, staying active might be a secret weapon for better grades. Research suggests that physical activity can improve academic performance. This is especially important for medical students, who face high stress levels an
Virginia's Democratic lawmakers have introduced a bill aimed at promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in public school education. This move comes as Democrats gain control of the state legislature and governor's office. The bill, HB 614, was filed by Del. Sam Rasoul of Roanoke. It seeks
Growing up, school was not always easy. There were times when the usual classroom setup did not work well. This is where the Individualized Education Program, or IEP, came into play. It was a plan made just for the child, to help them learn in a way that suited their needs. The IEP was not just abo
