Rural school districts in California face a financial crisis after the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act was cut from the federal budget. This program, which distributed $35.8 million to 39 counties last year, helped fund essential services like after-school programs and school repairs. The bill's failure in the U.S. House has left rural districts at risk of staff layoffs and program cuts, leading to an uncertain future for many high-need students.
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Ponder Independent School District in Denton County, Texas will shift to a four-day school week starting in October 2025. The change aims to enhance teacher retention, student engagement, and overall school satisfaction. Extended school days will ensure compliance with state instructional requirements. Childcare services will be provided on Fridays for younger students, easing the transition for working parents.
The MCC will soon announce the results for the NEET PG 2024 stray vacancy round on its official website, mcc.nic.in. This round aims to fill 2,562 vacant seats. Candidates can follow a simple step-by-step process to check their results online. Only those who have not been allotted a seat in previous rounds are eligible.
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The CBI has accused former Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission chairman Taman Singh Sonwani of manipulating exam guidelines and sharing question papers with relatives to ensure their selection for senior government posts. The CBI also alleges Sonwani and others received kickbacks from a firm, leading to the arrest of Sonwani, his nephews, and other involved individuals.
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