The Department of Justice recently indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), drawing significant attention. A House Judiciary Committee hearing aims to explore the organization’s influence on civil rights policy. Although expectations for new findings are low, this event highlights the SPLC’s controversial actions affecting K-12 education. For years, the SPLC has promoted its Learning...
The California State University system (CSU) aims to become the first large-scale institution powered by artificial intelligence. It signed a $17 million contract with OpenAI for ChatGPT Edu, an educational version of the popular AI tool. The contract, initially agreed upon last year, has been renewed for $13 million annually over the next three years....
On May 22, nearly 1,200 students from the Adlai E. Stevenson High School Class of 2026 graduated at NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates. Eric Twadell, superintendent of Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 in Lincolnshire, highlighted the class’s philanthropic spirit, a hallmark of Stevenson Patriots. Students celebrated the conclusion of their journey by tossing...
A 36-year-old former school employee, identified in French media as David G., faced trial in Paris on Tuesday. He is accused of sexually assaulting eight children. This case highlights a crisis in the Paris school system, with child abuse allegations in around 130 institutions, including schools, kindergartens, and nurseries. David G., who worked at the...
The Scripps National Spelling Bee, a long-standing tradition, takes place this week in Washington D.C. The competition started Tuesday and will conclude on Thursday night. This marks the bee’s 98th occasion, with the first held back in 1925. After being hosted in suburban Maryland for years, this year it returns to the nation’s capital at...
Many parents in the United States believe their children are doing well academically. However, data tells a different story. Nearly 90% of parents assume their children are performing at or above grade level in reading and math, which is often incorrect. National Assessment of Educational Progress (N.A.E.P.) reveals that only 30% of eighth graders are...
Beginning July 1, significant changes are coming for millions of student loan borrowers due to newly implemented repayment options. The Trump administration is making sweeping modifications to the system in response to legislative changes introduced last summer. “There’s a lot of anxiety out there,” said Betsy Mayotte, president of The Institute of Student Loan Advisors....
The Scripps National Spelling Bee kicks off on Tuesday in Washington, D.C. This event brings together 247 finalists from all 50 states, showcasing the best young spellers in the country. These finalists have emerged from millions of competitors nationwide, each hoping to capture the moment of victory. This year, ESPN’s Mina Kimes steps into the...
Andrae Marak Joins Indiana University Northwest Indiana University Northwest (IUN) has appointed Andrae Marak as its new Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, effective June 1. Marak brings extensive leadership and academic experience from numerous institutions nationwide. His most recent role was as Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs at Roosevelt...
As inflation rises, reaching its highest point in three years, there is a bright spot for those looking to save. Elevated interest rates are holding steady, offering an opportunity for savers to benefit. Although traditional savings accounts currently offer average rates of just 0.38%, alternative options like certificates of deposit (CDs) provide a better opportunity....