In Springfield, the school district is taking a fresh approach to education. Sonia Dinnall, the superintendent, is not just talking about improving student outcomes; she's taking action. She wants to build on past efforts, like the "Portrait of a Graduate" project, to help students succeed from pres
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
Education often focuses on academics, but that's not enough. Students need more than just book smarts to succeed in life. They need to know how to handle real-world situations. This is where life skills come in. Many students struggle with basic life skills. They might know their subjects well, but
In a big win for local education, two high school juniors from Alachua County have been recognized as Sunshine State Scholars. This honor goes to top students in STEM fields. Navya Goyal from Gainesville High School and Amy Xiao from Buchholz High School earned this title. They were picked based on
Akron Public Schools (APS) has something to celebrate! Their computer science students just won big in a national competition. Led by their teacher, Sam Appleby, two teams from APS took home first and third place in the 2025 Congressional App Challenge for Ohio’s 13th Congressional District. This co
A student from Orlando Science Schools made a big splash in the art world. Samriddhi B. took home second place in a major international contest. The competition was hosted by the American Red Cross. It challenged students to create art around the theme of international law. The contest saw a huge n
America's education system is facing a serious problem. Recent data shows that high school graduates today know less and can do less than those from ten years ago. This isn't just about the pandemic. The decline started before Covid-19 hit. The latest report on student performance is alarming. Many
Revere Local Schools are doing well financially, but there are some bumps ahead. The district's treasurer shared a five-year money plan at a recent school board meeting. Good news: they expect to have $19. 7 million saved by 2030. This is mostly because of higher property taxes and new buildings in
In the heart of Ann Arbor, a teacher has been celebrated for his extraordinary impact on students' lives. Sean Sabo, who has been shaping young minds at Pioneer High School for over two decades, has been honored with the Excellence in Education award. This recognition comes as no surprise, given his
Samantha Smith, a senior at Newman Central Catholic High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for November. She is the daughter of Chad and Corie Smith. Samantha's favorite class is AP Statistics with Mrs. Connie Royer. She believes Mrs. Royer is the best teacher she has ever had. T
