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Mar 29 2025EDUCATION

A Life Dedicated to Education and Growth

Douglas Higgins was a man who found his true calling in education, even after a successful career in real estate. He spent 16 years as a principal and assistant principal in various schools. His passion for teaching and learning was evident in everything he did. He was deeply committed and thoughtf

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Maine Faces Another Battle Over Transgender Rights in Schools

The Trump administration is now targeting Maine's policies on transgender youth in schools. The U. S. Department of Education is investigating whether school districts in Maine are violating the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act (FERPA) by allowing officials to create "gender plans" for transgen

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Mar 27 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: A Growing Concern in the Heartland

Measles is making a comeback in the United States. It has spread to Kansas and is affecting children the most. The state health department suspects it may be connected to a larger outbreak happening in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. The virus has already infected 379 people across these three s

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Mar 27 2025HEALTH

Worm Wars: Testing Treatments for School Kids in India

In India, worm infections spread through soil are still a big problem. This is true even though things have gotten better with hygiene and regular deworming. A big study was done to see how well two different treatments work. The goal was to find out which one is better at getting rid of these worms

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Mar 26 2025HEALTH

Wheelchair Skills: A New Way to Empower Students

Wheelchairs can be a game-changer for kids who use them. They can help kids join in at school, play sports, and take part in community events. However, many young wheelchair users still depend on others to get around. This is where the Wheelchair Skills Training Program (WSTP) comes in. It has shown

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Mar 26 2025EDUCATION

Uncertainty Looms as Key Role Vanishes in Charleston Schools

Charleston County School District is facing a storm of uncertainty. The district has decided to remove a key leadership position. This move has sparked a wave of frustration and disappointment among community members. The decision comes as federal pressure mounts over changes in public education.

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Mar 25 2025EDUCATION

Teachers to Get Quick Emergency Help with New Tech

South Carolina might soon see a change in how schools handle emergencies. A new bill is making its way through the state legislature. If passed, it would require every school to have a mobile panic alert system. This system lets teachers quickly call for help with just a few clicks. The idea is to s

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Mar 24 2025EDUCATION

Fairness in Faith: How Medical Students Navigate Religious Holidays

In the heart of a bustling, diverse community stands Wayne State University School of Medicine, the largest single-campus medical school in the area. This school has a policy that allows students to take time off for one religious holiday each year. For any additional religious holidays, students mu

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Mar 24 2025EDUCATION

The Preschool Gap: Why Many Indian Children Are Left Behind

In India, the Integrated Child Development Services is a massive effort. It aims to ensure that children grow up healthy and intelligent. However, there is a significant issue. While we have a good idea of how well children are fed through this program, we lack information on how many are attending

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Mar 23 2025CRIME

Hate Crime Charges Against Young Student in Connecticut

In a recent incident at Wallace Middle School in Waterbury, Connecticut, a 12-year-old student is facing serious charges. The student is accused of taking part in an attack on two Muslim twin sisters. This attack happened earlier this month and has sparked a lot of attention. The police have looked

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