Over 500 schools across Northeast Ohio have closed for two days due to an extreme cold snap. With wind chills plunging to -25°F, institutions like Akron Public Schools, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, and local colleges have canceled classes on Tuesday and Wednesday. FOX 8 meteorologists warn of hazardous conditions, urging people to stay indoors. Temperatures are expected to warm by Thursday, providing some relief from the intense cold wave.
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The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has released the exam city slip for the Librarian Grade 2 Examination 2025, scheduled for February 16, 2025. Candidates can now check their exam centre details via the official RPSC website. The exam will be held in two shifts, with two papers totalling 400 marks. Admit cards will be available from February 13, 2025. Candidates are advised to arrive at the exam centre in advance and carry a valid photo ID.
April 2025 brings several school holidays across India, allowing students and families to observe important cultural and religious events. Key holidays include Ram Navami (April 6), Mahavir Jayanti (April 10), and Good Friday (April 18), leading to school closures in various regions. Parents and students should check with local authorities for specific holiday schedules and regional variations.
The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) announced the Bihar Board 10th Result 2025 on March 29, with a pass percentage of 82.11%. A total of 15.58 lakh students appeared for the exam, and 12.79 lakh students passed. Sakshi Kumari, Anshu Kumari, and Ranjan Verma emerged as joint toppers, scoring 97.8%. Students can check their results online at official websites. The exams were held from February 17 to February 25, 2025.
The University of Alabama is under federal investigation for alleged "race-based segregation" and "impermissible race-based scholarships." It is among seven universities facing similar allegations, with 45 others accused of race-exclusionary practices. The probe targets diversity programs like the PhD Project. Legal challenges are mounting, potentially reshaping affirmative action and race-conscious policies in U.S. education.
Educators brace for significant challenges in Trump's potential second term, including dismantling the DOE, cutting Title I funding, weakening Pell Grants, removing DEI initiatives, and deregulating for-profit colleges, potentially exacerbating inequities and impacting public schools, higher education, and student protections.
The U.S. Department of Justice reached a settlement with the Elmore-Morristown Unified Union School District in Vermont to resolve allegations of racial harassment against Black and biracial students. The settlement includes new measures to address racial discrimination, including revised policies, annual climate assessments, and staff training. This landmark agreement is expected to impact school districts nationwide, highlighting the importance of creating safe, inclusive educational... Expand
APPSC has announced the schedule for Group 1 Mains exams, set for 3-9 May 2025. These descriptive exams will use tablets to display questions, with traditional pen-and-paper for answers. Telugu and English papers are qualifying in nature. Passing these papers is crucial for further selection stages.
Yale College admitted 10.8 percent of early applicants for the Class of 2029, with 728 students accepted from 6,729 early action applications. This marks one of the lowest early acceptance rates in Yale’s history. The Class of 2029 is the first to apply under Yale’s new test-flexible policy, and admissions data reflect a 14 percent drop in early applications. Yale also continues to reject more early applicants, moving away from deferring decisions. Regular decisions will be announced on... Expand
The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has opened the application process for the June 2025 Term-End Examinations (TEE). Eligible candidates can apply until April 20, 2025, via the official portal. The exams will take place from June 2-11. Candidates must create an ABC ID during the application process, or their results won’t be reflected in DigiLocker or the academic bank of credit. The application fee is Rs 200, with a late fee of Rs 1,100.
The CBSE has formed a committee to create a Parenting Calendar for the 2025-26 session, aimed at improving parent-teacher collaboration. The committee, led by Anuradha Joshi, includes nine members from various schools. Its objectives include addressing diverse student needs, establishing a communication framework, and providing timely support. Recommendations are due by March 15, 2025.