Education
ATAR Results 2025: NSW Students Reflect on Milestones, Triumphs and Next Steps
The release of the 2025 ATAR results in New South Wales marks not just academic achievement, but a celebration of perseverance, growth, and the diverse definitions of success among Year 12 students.
New Snow Hill Guidelines in Schools Spark Debate Over Safety and Childhood Freedom
Quebec’s latest recommendations for regulating snow hills in schoolyards—measuring heights and even mandating helmets—have ignited a public discussion about balancing student safety with the joys of winter play.
Millions Face Student Loan Changes as SAVE Plan Ends: What Borrowers Need to Know Now
With the SAVE student loan repayment plan officially ending after legal battles, millions of borrowers must choose new repayment options. The Department of Education will guide affected individuals, but uncertainty remains, especially for those pursuing advanced degrees like nursing.
Singapore N Level Results 2025: Release Date, Collection Process, and Pathways Forward
Singapore’s 2025 N Level results will be released on December 18, with students able to collect results in person or via proxy. Options for progression include ITE applications, the Direct-Entry-Scheme to polytechnic (DPP), and the Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP).
Anoka-Hennepin Teachers Prepare for Possible Strike Amid Contract Stalemate
Over 3,200 educators in Minnesota’s largest school district are poised to vote on a strike as contract negotiations with Anoka-Hennepin School District reach a critical impasse over salaries and healthcare. The outcome could reshape the district’s approach to teacher compensation…
ATAR Results 2025: What They Mean, When to Check, and Why Their Role Is Changing
As millions of Australian students await their ATAR results in 2025, the significance and future of the ATAR system are under scrutiny. While the score remains central for some university admissions, research shows its influence is waning, and alternative pathways…
CMS Schools Face Legal Battle Over Free Speech and Weather Disruptions
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) are under legal and operational scrutiny: a federal lawsuit alleges censorship after a student’s tribute to Charlie Kirk was erased, while widespread weather disruptions test the district’s emergency response.
Norfolk Public Schools Announce 2-Hour Delay Amid Regional Weather Closures
Facing winter weather, Norfolk Public Schools will open two hours late on December 9, 2025, joining numerous educational institutions across southeastern Virginia in adjusting schedules for safety.
Lehigh University Spotlight: Sen. Dave McCormick Sees AI as Pennsylvania’s Economic Game-Changer
At Lehigh University, Sen. Dave McCormick argued that artificial intelligence could transform Pennsylvania’s economy, calling for regulatory reform, talent cultivation, and energy innovation to ensure the state remains competitive in a global tech race.
Atlanta Public Schools Delay Closures Amid Community Pushback Over Restructuring Plan
Atlanta Public Schools will postpone the closure and consolidation of more than a dozen campuses until 2027, following months of heated debate and community resistance. The APS Forward 2040 plan aims to address budget shortfalls and under-enrollment but faces criticism…
Babson College Student’s Deportation Sparks Fears and Debate Over U.S. Immigration Policy
A Babson College freshman’s abrupt deportation during Thanksgiving travel has ignited national attention and deep concerns among international students and educators, highlighting the unpredictable and controversial landscape of U.S. immigration enforcement under the Trump administration.
Jeffco Public Schools Confront Budget Deficit, Safety Upgrades, and School Closures Amid Legal Appeals
Jeffco Public Schools faces a critical period as it battles a $60 million budget deficit, advances safety reforms after a recent shooting, and considers controversial school closures, all while a parental rights legal case moves to federal appeal.
KISD in the Spotlight: Katy ISD Faces Ten Commandments Lawsuit as Killeen ISD Navigates Principal Transition
Two major Texas districts sharing the KISD abbreviation are at the center of recent headlines: Katy ISD faces a lawsuit over the Ten Commandments classroom mandate, while Killeen ISD manages a principal transition at Ira Cross Elementary.
JCPS School Closings: Budget Cuts, Community Outcry, and What’s Next for Louisville’s Students
As Jefferson County Public Schools faces a $188 million deficit, proposals to close and consolidate schools have ignited emotional responses and fierce debate among families, educators, and board members. With the fate of several schools hanging in the balance, the…
School Closures Sweep Across U.S.: Budget Deadlocks and Winter Storms Leave Students in Limbo
From Kentucky to Illinois and Missouri, schools are closing due to deepening budget crises and severe winter weather, leaving thousands of families and educators anxious about the future. Boardroom deadlocks and emotional community forums highlight the human cost behind each…