Justin G.
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Going Viral: Students Are Destroying School District Devices in New Trend
School districts around the country are facing an alarming new challenge thanks to a viral TikTok trend that has students intentionally damaging school-issued laptops. Local Police Departments have issued public warnings regarding the trend, which involves students inserting metallic objects into...
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Practical Strategies on How Educators Are Combating Stress
Educators across the country are under constant pressure. From managing large classes and meeting administrative demands to providing emotional support for students, the stress can be overwhelming. Recognizing the critical need for mental and physical well-being, educators are adopting various...
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Bill Gates' Bold Vision: Close His Foundation and Give Away His Fortune Over 20 Years
Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and one of the world's most prominent philanthropists, has revealed his intention to give away nearly all of his fortune within the next 20 years. Currently one of the wealthiest individuals in the world with a net worth of approximately $200 billion, the tech...
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Parents, Students Seek Court Block on Education Department's Civil Rights Practices
In a noteworthy legal battle, a coalition of parents and students has filed a motion to block the U.S. Department of Education's civil rights investigation and enforcement policies. They argue that these policies, implemented under the Trump administration, have halted the processing of numerous...
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New York State Extends Retiree Salary Cap Waiver for Public School Workers Through 2027
To combat ongoing staffing shortages within public schools, New York State has once again extended the universal retiree salary cap waiver for public sector retirees who return to work in public school districts and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES). Originally set to expire on...
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Raising Money-Smart Teens: A Parent's Guide to Teaching Financial Literacy That Actually Works
Raising a teenager in today's world comes with enough challenges: Social media, academics, mental health, and making sure they don't Uber Eats your entire paycheck. Teens today are bombarded with online shopping, influencer marketing, digital wallets, and crypto. If they don't learn to manage money...
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New York Schools to Implement Bell-to-Bell Smartphone Ban This Fall
New York schools are about to undergo a major change as Governor Kathy Hochul announced a "bell-to-bell" smartphone ban, set to take effect this fall as part of the State's Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The ban will apply to all public and charter K-12 schools statewide, making New York the largest...
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Federal Student Loan Interest Rates for 2025-2026 Will Dip, But Challenges Remain
Federal student loans for the 2025-2026 academic year are expected to come with slightly lower interest rates, providing a modest financial break for students and families grappling with the cost of higher education. Higher education expert Mark Kantrowitz estimates that the rates for undergraduate...
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Teens, Algorithms, and the Online Trap: How Social Media Shapes Urban Youth
Social media isn't just entertainment for today's teens, especially those growing up in busy, urban environments. It's a digital stage, a classroom, a support group, and, sometimes, a battlefield. From Instagram and TikTok to X and Snapchat, these platforms influence how young people see the world...
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Chromebooks and iPads: Tariffs Could Spike Technology Costs for Schools
As schools across the United States continue to prioritize technology in the classroom, a new challenge looms on the horizon: rising costs due to recently implemented tariffs. These tariffs, enacted by President Trump, are poised to significantly increase the prices of essential technology like...
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Report Shows Most High School Graduates Are Underprepared for College and Careers
Despite earning their diplomas, many American high school students are walking the graduation stage unprepared for the real world, according to a newly released national teacher survey conducted by Gallup in partnership with the Walton Family Foundation. The findings, based on feedback from nearly...
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Judge Blocks Trump-Era Decision to Cut Off States' COVID Relief Funds for Schools
A federal judge has delivered a major blow to the U.S. Department of Education's attempt to abruptly cancel states' access to over $1.1 billion in unspent COVID-19 relief funds meant for K-12 schools. The ruling, issued Tuesday by U.S. District Judge Edgardo Ramos in Manhattan, restores states'...
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