Marston Science Library is once again open 24 hours a day, five days a week, after students voiced their concerns. This change came about because of student feedback and the efforts of student representatives. The library had previously reduced its hours, but the demand for a 24-hour study space led
Indiana just got a huge boost for teaching kids to read. The state and Notre Dame University teamed up to snag a $10 million federal grant. This cash is earmarked for improving how kids learn to read, especially in rural and underserved areas. The grant is part of a federal program that picked 10 s
Maryland is facing tough budget choices again, and arts education is often the first to go. This is a big mistake. Arts programs do more than just teach students how to paint or play music. They help students grow in confidence and discover their true potential. When schools cut arts funding, they
Emily Weber, an educator at Edgar Martin Middle, is one of three early-career teachers in the Lafayette Parish School System nominated for the Education All-Stars awards. This honor was a surprise for her, delivered by students, cheerleaders, administrators, and representatives from Love Our Schools
Pornography has a big impact on how young adults see sex and gender. It can shape their views and actions, sometimes reinforcing unfair power dynamics. While many studies look at porn's general effects, few explore how young adults handle these influences in their own lives. A recent study dug into
A high-ranking official at a prestigious Chicago school has decided to step down. This comes after a disturbing incident where students were caught practicing a song linked to Nazi history. The school's head, Dr. Thomas Hagerman, announced his resignation in mid-January. He cited health concerns as
After a long time of not agreeing, the Anchorage Education Association and the Anchorage School District have finally found some common ground. They've come to a tentative deal on a new three-year contract. This is big news for the around 2, 800 educators the union represents. The deal isn't all se
The Education Department's role in tackling sexual violence on campuses has taken a hit. Once a strong force, it's now struggling to keep up. The Office for Civil Rights, which handles these cases, saw half its lawyers go in a round of layoffs. This has left over 25, 000 cases waiting to be looked a
Missouri is shaking things up in education. The state is creating a new way to grade schools. This is after Governor Mike Kehoe gave an order. The Missouri Department of Education has until June to make a plan. The new system will use letter grades from A to F. It will be based on how well students
Remote learning has been a hot topic since the pandemic hit. It was a tough time for many families, especially those with young kids. Kelly Marsh, a mom from Sewickley, had to juggle her toddler and kindergartner's online classes while working part-time. It was stressful, to say the least. Research
