Princess Kate of the UK has embarked on her first official trip outside Britain since her cancer treatment, choosing Reggio Emilia in Italy as her destination. The city is famous for its unique approach to early childhood education, which focuses on the role of relationships, environment, and commun
Alabama’s governor spent her latest public appearance highlighting past wins instead of diving into current debates like redistricting. Her speech at the Huntsville-Madison County Chamber event focused on economic growth and school improvements, leaving out any questions about ongoing political figh
A local school program just got a major upgrade thanks to a national contest. Students training for auto repair and other trades will receive $15, 000 in tools and equipment after their program won a classroom makeover challenge. The prize came from a competition where schools submitted videos expla
The northern part of Boone and Kenton counties is heating up as three Republican candidates vie for a seat that represents about 43, 000 residents. Incumbent Kim Banta, who entered office in 2019 after a long career in education, faces her first primary challenger. Her opponents, Cole Cuzick and Set
The Prosperity Council is shifting from listening to giving advice, and two very different viewpoints are now in the spotlight. One side says Oregon’s economy is already solid, so we should keep raising wages and protecting public services. The other argues that the state is entering a new era where
Tom Moore, the chief administrator of Niles Township High Schools, recently earned a top teaching honor for his work with Latino students. He shares the award with a committee that values real progress in opening doors for all learners, not just talk. Moore’s district covers four high schools and a
Philadelphia is dealing with big choices about schools—some might close while others may need renewal. These aren’t just numbers on a page; buildings left empty and fewer students mean tough times for neighborhoods. But when schools shut down or charters lose approval, whole families feel it. Parent
A local school district in Michigan just got a big boost to build a cutting-edge STEM center. The Essexville-Hampton Public Schools scored a $1 million state grant in mid-2024 to start construction on a new facility focused on science, tech, engineering, and math. The money will cover the basics fir
Anchorage families are raising big questions about their local schools. They’re not asking for miracles—just basic things like clear communication, fair policies, and programs that actually work for their kids. But lately, many parents feel left in the dark when the school district makes sudden chan
Some people get upset when they see their tax money going toward private schools. Why? Because many private schools teach religion as part of their lessons. In places like Louisiana, a new program uses taxpayer funds for private education. That means money from regular schools, libraries, and even p
