The recent layoffs at the US Department of Education, affecting nearly 50% of its workforce, are raising concerns among educators. The cuts are expected to exacerbate teacher shortages, increase class sizes, and reduce resources for special needs and multilingual students. With funding cuts affecting critical programs like IDEA and Title 1, educators worry about the negative impact on vulnerable students, including the loss of specialized staff and support systems in schools, as reported by ABC News.
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The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) will release the SSLC Hall Tickets for the 2025 exam on kseab.karnataka.gov.in in mid-March 2025. The exam will be held from March 20 to April 2, 2025. Students can download their admit cards online by logging into the KSEAB website with their registration number and password. The hall tickets will also be distributed at schools before the exam. Detailed exam schedules and timings are provided.
A University of Minnesota student was detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on March 28, 2025, due to a prior DUI violation, not for protest involvement, as initially speculated. Federal officials clarified that the student's visa was revoked because of the criminal history. This incident follows a similar case at Minnesota State University Mankato, prompting concerns over ICE detentions of students. Local leaders call for transparency and emphasize students' due process... Expand
March 2025 will bring several school holidays, allowing students to unwind before the new academic year. Festivals like Holi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Chaitra Sukhladi, and Eid-ul-Fitr, along with multiple weekends, will offer extended breaks. With nationwide closures on these occasions, students can enjoy cultural festivities and quality time with family before resuming their studies.
The Haryana Government's Budget for 2025-26 has been hailed as a transformative step towards strengthening the state's higher education and research ecosystem. Key initiatives include the Haryana State Research Fund (HSRF) for promoting research, Model Sanskriti Colleges for quality education, and the Kalpana Chawla Scholarship Scheme to empower women in STEM. Prof. Rajbir Singh of MDU praised the budget's alignment with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and its focus on innovation,... Expand
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Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that education should focus on character building. Speaking at Siddaganga Mutt in Tumakuru, he stressed that education without values can't nurture emotional intelligence. He highlighted the importance of spirituality, humanity, and moral values in the education system. He praised the mutt’s efforts in providing free education and promoting Sanskrit learning.
The Kerala General Education Department has filed a police complaint against a YouTuber who allegedly encouraged students to skip school to "avoid wasting time" before upcoming public exams. Education Minister V Sivankutty emphasized that meeting attendance requirements is crucial for exam eligibility. The minister directed officials to take immediate action, ensuring students remain committed to their studies.
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) face a critical juncture amidst financial struggles, declining enrollment, and systemic underfunding. While Trump’s first term saw measures like the FUTURE Act, deeper challenges persist. As his second term begins, the future of HBCUs depends on addressing disparities and securing support to sustain these pivotal institutions of American education and progress.
The WBJEE JELET 2025 exam date has been announced for June 15, 2025. The application process will begin in March 2025, with candidates required to fill in personal, academic, and contact details, as well as select their preferred exam centres. The two-hour exam will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions covering subjects like Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Electrical Engineering. Candidates must check eligibility criteria before applying online.
The admit cards for the SBI Clerk Prelims 2025 will be released by February 10, 2025. Over 19 lakh applicants are eagerly awaiting the release on the official SBI website, sbi.co.in. The exam will take place on February 22, 27, 28, and March 1, 2025, across multiple centres. Candidates can follow simple steps to download their admit cards and ensure they meet all requirements for the online exam, which will consist of 100 objective-type questions.