A recent report indicates a significant increase in school bus accidents during the 2024–2025 academic year, prompting nationwide concerns about student transportation safety. According to transportation safety experts, this troubling trend stems from a combination of factors. Chief among them are widespread driver shortages, which have led to overworked staff, longer routes, and reduced driver […]
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Pinterest has introduced a feature prompting U.S. and Canadian teens aged 13–17 to close the app during school hours (8 AM–3 PM) to minimize distractions. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to reduce smartphone use in schools. Additionally, Pinterest is donating $1 million to support digital wellness programs in 12 U.S. school districts.
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Recent funding cuts from the U.S. Education Department are jeopardizing essential summer learning programs. In Baltimore, the loss of approximately $48 million in reimbursements has led to the suspension of tutoring and after-school programs, potentially eliminating around 12,000 summer program seats compared to the previous year. Similarly, South Dakota has canceled career exploration programs on […]
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Harvard University has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration following a $2.3 billion freeze on federal research funding. The administration’s actions are part of a broader effort to enforce compliance with new policies on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and campus activism. Over 150 university presidents have signed a joint statement condemning what they […]
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