Taylor Swift course to be offered at University of Texas
The UT brand-new course for Fall 2022, “Literary Contests and Contexts — The Taylor Swift Songbook,” will be taught by Dr. Elizabeth Scala.
Poll: Students who listen to music while studying get higher grades
New research not only shows music can help students study more effectively but that it also depends on which type of music.
Back-to-school supply deals: A list of sales in 4 big-ticket categories
Here are 12 back-to-school sales on backpacks, laptops, software and tablets.
NYC schools to enroll 1,000 migrant children
City leaders say they are expecting a huge influx of migrant children who arrived from Texas when the new school year begins, and have prepared a plan to welcome them.
Long Island siblings that were born prematurely overcome obstacles, ready for college
A pair of twins from Long Island that were born prematurely and told they would never live a normal life are celebrating today as they head off to college with scholarships and bright futures in front of them.
Will the student loan payment pause be extended? CEOs say it’s likely.
Payments for federally backed student loans have been suspended since the pandemic began in March 2020 — they’re set to resume Sept. 1 unless the Biden administration steps in.
NYC schools release COVID protocols for new school year
The New York City Department of Education says it will no longer randomly test willing students for COVID-19 and will rely instead on at-home tests.
Nashville's Fisk University introduces first HBCU women's gymnastics team: 'Great energy'
College gymnast shared excitement about new chances for success.
Teens awarded $10K in college scholarships for making duct tape prom outfits
Meet Grace Vaughn and Chidinma Onwuliri — two high school students who won $10,000 each in college scholarships for making their prom outfits completely out of duct tape.
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.
Back-to-school shopping savings tips
Inflation has hit back-to-school shoppers. So what can parents do? A parent and lifestyle expert has these tips on where to look for deals.
No more pandemic-era free lunches at most US schools this year
The pandemic-era meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — are ending. Here’s what you need to know heading into the school year.
Women training to become barbers
More women are becoming barbers, a job traditionally held by men. The International Barber and Beauty Institute on Long Island says about half the students in the barber license class are women.
Chipotle offering $1M worth of free burritos to teachers
You can nominate your favorite teacher for the prize between now and Aug. 12 by visiting Chipotle’s social media pages.
Monkeypox in NYC: Are schools a concern?
As children get ready to head back to school there are concerns that it could fuel a further spread of the monkeypox virus.
Judge rules NYC must redo public school budget
A State Supreme Court Judge has ordered the education portion of New York City's budget redone, after a lawsuit by parents and teachers who opposed budget cuts.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
Bronx school loses lease, has to move by Aug. 31
Instead of preparing for the coming academic year, the staff at the Learning Tree School in the Bronx is packing up and getting ready to move out of the building that has been its home for more than 20 years. The school lost its lease.
Angelina Jolie reveals daughter, Zahara, will attend Spelman College
Angelina Jolie posted her daughter will attend Spelman, one of two historically Black colleges for women, this fall.