After Annandale's $1.5 million school levy failed in November, a group of local parents launched Cardinals Rising, a grassroots campaign to raise $500,000 to prevent teacher layoffs and preserve critical programs. With donations, fundraisers, and a GoFundMe page, the community is stepping up to close the funding gap caused by state aid falling 18% below inflation. As the district’s largest employer, the local schools' success is crucial to the area's future.
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Washington’s proposed 20-minute lunchtime mandate faces fierce opposition from 18 school districts due to concerns over costs, scheduling conflicts, and operational challenges. The rule, introduced by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), aims to provide students with more time to eat, but many districts argue the financial and logistical burden is too high. Some experts and parents support the rule, citing health benefits, while school leaders urge flexibility in... Expand
Union Minister of State for Education, Sukanta Majumdar, stated there is no concept of dropouts in higher education as students can migrate between courses. The government has initiated measures like financial assistance, scholarships, and psychological support programs like MANODARPAN to address issues like suicide and improve access and mental well-being among students.
RPSC Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) initiates the Assistant Professor Recruitment 2025 with online applications open until February 10, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply for 575 positions across various subjects. The selection process includes a written exam in December followed by an interview and document verification.
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Delhi's JNU student union elections are set for the last week of April. The Dean of Students confirmed this in a letter, allowing the outgoing student union to organize it. ABVP pushed for the election notification, while Left-affiliated groups raised concerns about bias. The election will be a key contest between the Left and ABVP.
The University of Washington has agreed to a $4 million settlement after students sued over tuition fees for in-person education they never received during the COVID-19 pandemic. While UW denies wrongdoing, the lawsuit argued that students paid for campus access but were restricted to online learning. Eligible students will receive compensation, with final approval expected in July.
Gujarat Technological University (GTU) has announced the results for the winter session 2024 on its official website. Students can check their results by visiting gtu.ac.in and entering their login details, including enrollment number, seat number, and password. Results for various undergraduate and postgraduate courses are available. Candidates are advised to keep a hard copy of their scorecards for future reference and stay updated on the university's website for further details.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced plans to introduce a B.Ed course post-12th standard and new-age courses like AI and Data Storage. The state has increased prizes and allowances for young athletes, launched an anti-drug campaign, and is modernizing educational and healthcare infrastructure. Efforts to make Himachal a Green Energy State were also highlighted.
The Andhra Pradesh government has declared every Saturday as a 'no bag day' for school students, a decision made during a review meeting led by Education Minister Nara Lokesh. The minister also discussed the creation of co-curricular activities, teacher transfer legislation, and other educational reforms aimed at reducing student dropouts and improving the education system.