Art education is vital for students' cognitive, emotional, and creative development. In response to this, Proposition 28 allocated $1 billion for arts education in LAUSD. However, funds have allegedly been misused, as they were redirected to cover existing staff costs rather than hiring new art teachers. Parents, including former superintendent Austin Beutner, have filed a lawsuit demanding proper allocation to support students' arts education, especially in low-income schools.
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The RRB ALP 2025 recruitment process has commenced for 9970 Assistant Loco Pilot posts, with online applications open from April 12 to May 11 at RRBAPPLY.GOV.IN. Unlike last year, the 3-year age relaxation has been withdrawn. The recruitment includes multiple trades, strict vision standards, and a multi-stage selection process including CBTs, aptitude test, and medical examination. Candidates must meet specific qualification and age criteria. Application fee refunds will be offered upon... Expand
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is closing the registration for the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) 2025 tomorrow, March 16, 2025. The NCET exam, scheduled for April 29, 2025, is for admission to the four-year Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP) in central and state institutions. The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode. Candidates can apply online, and the correction window will open from March 18-19, 2025. The test will be offered in multiple languages.
Republican lawmakers have proposed significant budget cuts to higher education and student loan programs in an effort to reduce the federal deficit. These changes target loan repayment plans, forgiveness programs, and college funding. While supporters argue the reforms reduce government spending, critics warn they may limit access to education, increase financial strain on students, and reduce opportunities for low-income individuals.
OpenAI is set to deploy its AI-powered chatbot across all 23 campuses of California State University, impacting 500,000 students and faculty. This marks one of the most significant AI integrations in global education, enhancing personalized learning and automating administrative tasks. As competition with Alphabet intensifies, AI-driven tools are reshaping academic institutions worldwide, signaling a transformative shift in education.
The CSIR CMERI Junior Secretariat Assistant recruitment 2025 application window closes today, March 16, 2025. A total of 16 vacancies are available in General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase categories. The application process started on February 14, 2025, and candidates must submit their forms online via cmeri.res.in. The selection involves a written exam, typing test, document verification, and medical examination. Eligible candidates are urged to apply before the deadline.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened the application process for JIPMAT 2025, with the deadline for submissions set for March 10, 2025. The exam, aimed at admissions into IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu’s Integrated Programme in Management, will be held on April 26, 2025.
Osmania University has announced the undergraduate 1st Semester exam results. Students can check and download their results from the official website, osmania.ac.in. The results include Bachelor of Science (BSc), Commerce (BCom), and Arts (BA) programmes. Students are advised to visit the website promptly to access their individual results. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the admit card for the Constable (GD) exam scheduled for February 5, 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official SSC website by logging in with their credentials. The exam, consisting of 80 multiple-choice questions, will take place from February 4 to 25, 2025, across various dates. The exam will be available in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, and 13 regional languages.
USAID has paused funding for various education projects in India due to an executive order from the US government. While the pause may cause temporary delays in some initiatives, the overall impact on the Indian education sector is expected to be minimal. Ongoing USAID projects, such as those focusing on early learning, teacher training, and disaster-resilient infrastructure, will experience disruptions, but most programs have sufficient backup support to continue their work on a smaller scale.