Hackers release LAUSD data after ransom denied
The school district opened a phone line for parents to call regarding the cyberattack.
NYC schools see drop in math scores, increase in reading
New research indicates a concerning drop in math scores among students in New York City, however, the number of children with proficient reading scores has increased.
Kids with head lice shouldn’t be sent home from school, new AAP guidance says
The American Academy of Pediatrics says a head lice diagnosis is neither a health hazard nor a sign of poor hygiene, and children should not miss school because of it.
Oakland school shooting injures 6
Six people were injured in a shooting on an Oakland school campus – the worst Bay Area school shooting in recent history and one that drew condemnation from local and state leaders.
Spike in respiratory illnesses sending kids to hospitals
With everyone back to school, more people heading back to the office, and COVID protocols being lifted, it seems like more people, especially kids, are getting sick.
CBO: Biden's student loan cancellation plan to cost $400B
The Biden administration previously estimated the plan would cost about $24 billion a year over the next 10 years.
Parents call for increased security at NYC schools
Parents are calling for extra security measures to be taken at New York City's public schools after two recent incidents in Queens.
Indiana teen 'only student in the world' to ace AP Calculus exam
“I felt pretty confident knowing that I knew what to do on the test," Felix Zhang said.
Kentucky teacher says snake, mouse fell from classroom ceilings: ‘Another day living the dream'
A baby rat snake allegedly fell from ceiling at Henry Clay High School in Lexington, Kentucky.
Long Island academy training the next generation of teachers
Some high school students on Long Island are starting their college education early thanks to a unique program that's meant to help aspiring teachers.
‘The Uvalde effect’: Parents rushing to schools amid rash of bogus threats, ‘swatting’ calls
In the wake of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, where 19 children and two teachers died, parents are rushing to campuses before rampant rumors can be quashed.
UNC-Chapel Hill detects lead in drinking water, alerts campus
Administrators said they have found detectable lead levels in at least 22 water sources, including drinking fountains.
NYC to end COVID-19 vaccine mandate for private businesses
These are the updated rules for vaccine requirements in New York City.
Teacher saves student choking on almond, says ‘mama bear’ instinct kicked in
The scary moment in the third-grade classroom happened just days after the school year started.
Paid your student loans during the pandemic? Here's how to get a refund
Borrowers who paid down their debt during a pandemic freeze that started in March 2020 can in fact get a refund — and then apply for forgiveness.
Top actors welcome students to new film-TV magnet school in L.A.
FOX is one of several companies behind the The Roybal Film and Television Production Magnet, a specialized academy designed to drive change across the entertainment industry for students from underserved communities.
VCU, victim's family reach settlement in hazing death
The agreement with the family of Adam Oakes also requires the Richmond university to make additional changes to its fraternity and sorority life.
Book ban efforts surging in 2022, library association says
The ALA has documented 681 challenges to books through the first eight months of this year, involving 1,651 different titles.
Yeshiva University halts clubs amid high court LGBTQ ruling
Yeshiva University has abruptly suspended student club activity in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision earlier this week that ordered the school to recognize for now an LGBTQ student group.
Long Island leaders call for support after fatal McDonald's shooting
Community leaders in Hempstead are asking for support from Nassau County to keep the areas surrounding their schools safe after a deadly shooting at a McDonald's on Wednesday.