At the University of Southern Maine indoor track facility, Scarborough High senior Isabella Harmon was the last one standing. While most athletes had already left, she was still working on her pole vault, aiming to improve her personal best. Earlier, she had already won the high jump and placed thir
Twiggy Billue has been a familiar face in Syracuse's community for over 25 years. Her journey, from community organizer to school board commissioner, is a testament to her dedication. She's known for her relentless advocacy for children and families, a role she's embraced since long before her elect
Vermont's high school sports scene is heating up, and it's time for fans to have their say. The sixth round of voting for the Delta Dental Vermont Varsity Insider Athletes of the Week is now open. This initiative allows the public to vote for outstanding girls and boys athletes from various sports.
Every week, a group of standout high school athletes from Southwest Florida get a chance to shine. These boys, from different schools and sports, are nominated by their coaches or schools. They are then put to a vote by readers. The winner gets some cool prizes, like a T-shirt and a tote bag. Last
Monday, January 19, is packed with sports action. College basketball fans can catch exciting games all day. Men's teams like Northeastern, Drexel, and Saint Joseph's are in action. Women's teams, including Ohio State, Michigan, and Notre Dame, are also playing. The day ends with the CFP National Cha
The weekend was a big one for local high school sports. Basketball, swimming, and wrestling teams all had impressive wins. Basketball teams from Menasha showed their strength. The boys beat Luxemburg-Casco 66-59. Levi Miller was the top scorer with 21 points. The girls also won, defeating the same
Paul Osaruyi, a standout junior at Bella Vista Prep, has a unique basketball journey. He's not new to big stages, having played in the 2024 FIBA U-17 Basketball World Cup. There, he averaged six points and 6. 6 rebounds per game. His experience in international play has shaped his game. He notices a
Sal Frias never sought fame when he entered the education field over two decades ago. His motivation was simple: he believed in students and the power of public schools. Frias thought, \"One caring adult can change a life. Everything I do is about serving students and supporting those who teach them
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
Around the world, things are getting better in surprising ways. Let's look at some cool examples. First, education is a big deal. A smart study showed that school has helped a lot of people get out of poverty. From 1980 to 2019, education made up about 45% of global economic growth. For the poorest
