Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed new education laws, banning cellphone use during class and providing free breakfast for all public school students. The measures aim to improve student focus and address food insecurity, benefiting over 425,000 families and fostering better learning environments.
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The Bihar Board has declared the 2025 Class 12 results, with an overall pass percentage of 86.50%. The pass percentages for individual streams are 94.77% for Commerce, 89.50% for Science, and 82.75% for Arts. Students can check their results easily on The Times of India portal by entering their Roll Number and Roll Code. A step-by-step guide is provided for hassle-free access, ensuring quick and smooth result viewing for all candidates.
Former President Donald Trump has unveiled plans to cut federal agencies, including the US Education Department and FEMA, shifting power to state governments. His proposal aims to decentralize control over education and disaster response, sparking support among Republican leaders and criticism from Democrats. The move is part of Trump's broader agenda to reduce federal government size and empower states, a policy he has advocated since his 2015 campaign.
The US Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is undergoing a significant transformation, shifting its focus from traditional student protections to cases aligned with the administration’s political agenda. This shift has put thousands of investigations on hold, raising concerns over the future of disability accommodations, discrimination interventions, and civil rights enforcement in education.
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has filed a lawsuit against the US Department of Education for halting access to income-driven student loan repayment plans. The lawsuit follows a federal appeals court ruling that blocked key parts of the Biden administration's student debt relief plan. The AFT argues that the suspension harms millions of borrowers and disrupts essential student loan programs. The department is working to align its programs with the court's decision.
The US Department of Education has closed its Office of Educational Technology (OET) as part of a major workforce reduction. The OET played a crucial role in guiding schools on technology integration, leaving many districts, especially smaller ones, without federal support. Experts warn that the loss of centralized guidance will lead to inefficiencies and confusion in adopting new tech, including AI and cybersecurity. The closure impacts districts' ability to navigate emerging educational... Expand
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Mark Carney, an accomplished economist, has been chosen as the leader of the Liberal Party and the next Prime Minister of Canada, succeeding Justin Trudeau. Carney's background includes significant roles at Goldman Sachs, the Bank of Canada, and the Bank of England, alongside advocating for climate finance post-central banking.