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Jan 29 2026EDUCATION

How Movement Can Make Learning Better

Schools are always looking for ways to make learning more effective. One idea that has been gaining traction is physically active learning. This means getting students to move around while they learn. But there are some problems with this approach. For one, it's often seen as just a way to keep kids

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Jan 26 2026EDUCATION

Schools, Tech, and Kids: Who's Watching the Data?

Schools are quickly adopting AI-powered tools to help teach students. These tools can gather personal info like voices, images, and handwriting. In early 2025, Worcester Public Schools tested a literacy app that recorded student voices to improve its AI model. Parents were not told about this test o

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Jan 25 2026WEATHER

Houston Braces for Winter Storm: What You Need to Know

Houston and southeast Texas are facing a winter storm, and officials are taking action. Montgomery County has asked people to stay home until at least Monday. County Judge Mark Keough showed how the county's emergency team is working hard to keep everyone safe. He said that leaders from police, EMS,

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Jan 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Chromebooks Aim to Boost Learning in Schools

Schools are getting a tech upgrade with new Chromebooks designed to make learning easier and safer. These devices are built to handle the daily wear and tear of student life. They come with features like AI-powered learning tools, strong security, and easy-to-repair parts. The latest models include

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Jan 11 2026SPORTS

Houston's Unstoppable Road Show

Houston's basketball team is on a roll, and they just proved it again. They beat Baylor 77-55 on Saturday. This win was special because it set a new school record. They've now won 16 games in a row on the road. That's a big deal! Five players scored in double figures for Houston. Emanuel Sharp led

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Jan 09 2026EDUCATION

How States Stack Up in School Funding

School funding is not a one-size-fits-all issue. Each state has its own set of challenges and resources. A recent study by the Education Law Center (ELC) looked at how states fund education using three different measures. The study, "Making The Grade 2025, " used data from 2023 to give a more detail

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Dec 20 2025BUSINESS

Portland's Schoolhouse: A Sudden Goodbye

Schoolhouse, a beloved home decor store in Portland, just said goodbye to most of its workers. This news comes after a long time of money troubles at its parent company, Food52. Food52, based in New York, bought Schoolhouse a few years ago for a big sum. But now, things are not looking good. In a q

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Dec 16 2025EDUCATION

Schools' Hidden Struggle: When Kindness Isn't Enough

Schools are trying hard to make students feel safe and happy. But new research shows that this might not be working for everyone. In fact, it could be making things worse for some kids. The study looked at over a million students in California. It found that students who are bullied because of who

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Schools Get Big Money for Mental Health Help

Schools are getting a big boost for mental health support. The Education Department just gave out $208 million to 65 schools. This is a big deal because earlier, over 200 mental health grants from the last administration were canceled. Most of this new money is going to schools in rural areas. The g

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Dec 09 2025HEALTH

Kids' Mental Health: Schools Matter More Than We Thought

Schools did more than teach lessons during the pandemic. They kept kids' mental health in check. A recent study dug into health records of over 185, 700 kids in California. It found that kids who went back to school sooner had fewer mental health issues. This included depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

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