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University of Wisconsin fires former porn-making chancellor who wanted to stay on as a professor
The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents has voted unanimously to fire a communications professor who was seeking to retain tenure after his dismissal as chancellor of one of the systemās campuses for making pornographic films.
NYC schools boss to step down later this year after federal agents seized his devices
The head of New York Cityās public schools system says he will step down at the end of the calendar year, becoming the latest high-ranking departure from Mayor Eric Adamsā administration amid an escalating federal inquiry.
A Texas county has told an appeals court it has a right to cull books on sex, gender and racism
Lawyers for a Texas county that wants to keep 17 books off its library shelves went before 18 federal appeals court judges in New Orleans to argue their case.
Weeks after a school shooting, students return for classes at Apalachee High School
Students have begun pouring into Apalachee High School weeks after a school shooter killed two students and two teachers.
US-China research has given Beijing's military technology a boost, House GOP says
A new report by congressional Republicans asserts that partnerships between the U.S. and China at universities over the past decade have allowed hundreds of millions of dollars in federal funding to aid Beijing in developing critical technology that could be used for military purposes.
US Naval Academy says considering race in admissions helps create a cohesive military
A bench trial began last week in Baltimore federal court in a civil case over affirmative action at American military academies.
Latest effort to block school ratings cracks Texas districtsā once-united front
Dozens of districts sued Texas saying the ratings painted an unfair picture of their schools. Others voluntarily have released their own.
How the games (will) get made: UTSA debuts game design program in fall semester
From āNCAA Football 25ā³ and āBorderlandsā to the Xbox versus PlayStation debate, the gaming industry has experienced a meteoric rise. Now, students at the University of Texas at San Antonio will have a chance to learn the fundamentals of how todayās games are made.
Takeaways from AP's report on churches starting schools in voucher states
Some churches are launching new Christian schools on their campuses, seeking to give parents more education options that align with religious values.
Porn-making former University of Wisconsin campus leader argues for keeping his teaching job
A closely watched First Amendment rights case in Wisconsin involves a former campus chancellor who was fired after making pornographic videos with his wife.
Pennsylvania state senator sues critics of his book about WWI hero Sgt. York
A Pennsylvania state senator and former Republican gubernatorial candidate whose support for Donald Trump drew him to the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 is suing a Canadian university and nearly two dozen academics.
Days after posting mugshot of a boy accused of school threat, sheriff puts video of 2 teens online
Communities nationwide are being battered by a wave of school shooting threats, with emergency notifications and group chat messages sparking parentsā fears their childās school could be the next Parkland or Uvalde.
Graduates return to South San Antonio to uplift their community
āBobcat Prideā is more than just a saying in this neighborhood. South San graduates are helping the next generation by connecting them with mentors and resources.
New program will help inmates earn high school diplomas with tablets
A top supplier of digital devices for U.S. prisons is launching a new program to help incarcerated individuals earn a high school diploma by using the companyās tablets.
Dozens of Texas school districts press state to suspend new student data reporting system
The superintendents said they havenāt received enough support from the state or time to fix errors the system generated.
Tough treatment and good memories mix at newest national site dedicated to Latinos
An adobe-style Texas building educated Mexican and Mexican-American children in classrooms that alumni call barracks.
Former Uvalde schools police chief makes first court appearance since indictment
The former schools police chief in Uvalde, Texas, made his first court appearance on criminal charges that accuse him of failing to take sufficient action during the Robb Elementary School shooting in 2022.
Georgia official seeks more school safety money after Apalachee High shooting
Georgiaās state school superintendent says he wants the state to spend more money to guarantee security officers and wearable panic alert buttons after a school shooting killed four at Apalachee High School outside Atlanta.
911 calls overwhelmed operators after shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School
Records released Friday show a Georgia countyās emergency call center was overwhelmed by calls on Sept. 4 about a school shooting at Apalachee High School.
Report says former University of Florida president Ben Sasse spent $1.3 million on social events
A new report says former University of Florida president Ben Sasse spent over $1.3 million on private catering for lavish dinners, football tailgates and extravagant social functions.
A tech company hired a top NYC official's brother. A private meeting and $1.4M in contracts followed
A consulting firm run by the brother of two top New York City officials is facing federal scrutiny over his work on behalf of companies that were seeking city contracts.
Measure to repeal Nebraskaās private school funding law should appear on the ballot, court rules
The Nebraska Supreme Court has ruled that a measure seeking to repeal a new conservative-backed law providing taxpayer money for private school tuition should appear on the state's November ballot.
Florida school district must restore books with LGBTQ+ content under settlement
A school district in northeast Florida must put back in libraries three dozen books as part of a settlement with students and parents.
US consumer watchdog moves to permanently ban Navient from federal student loan servicing
The U.S. Consumer Finance Protection Bureau has filed a proposed order to permanently ban Navient from directly servicing federal student loans, which the agency says will end years of abusive lending practices.
The Amazon's Ashaninka tribe restored their territory. Now they aim to change the region
The Ashaninka of the Amonia River, inhabitants of the western Amazon, reclaimed their land from cattle ranchers 30 years ago.
Early childhood development nonprofit Brilliant Detroit set to expand nationally
Brilliant Detroit, the early childhood education nonprofit that supports children in underserved communities āfrom belly to 8,ā plans to expand its unique neighborhood-based holistic model beyond The Motor City.
North Carolina's public universities cut 59 positions as part of a massive DEI overhaul this summer
Newly released reports from North Carolina's public university system to prove compliance with a new systemwide diversity policy show several DEI position cuts and reassignments were made.
Harvard reports slight decline in Black students in wake of affirmative action ruling
There was a slight decline in the numbers of Black students in Harvard University's freshman class, which follows a Supreme Court ruling which struck down affirmative action in higher education.
US consumer watchdog finds that school lunch fees are taking a toll on parents
The U.S. consumer watchdog has found that low-income families typically pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically.
A suspect is in custody after a teen is critically hurt in a shooting at a Nebraska high school
Omaha police have arrested a 14-year-old suspect following a shooting that critically injured a teenage boy at a high school in Nebraskaās largest city.
How CAST Tech High Schoolās mentorship program is shaping the future of students
As high school seniors prepare to graduate and embark on their next chapter, the transition can be intimidating for some students.
Texas school districts say upgrades to the stateās student data reporting system could hurt their funding
The Texas Education Agency says thereās time to fix problems before officially reported data is used to determine how much money districts get.
Most students in a Georgia district return to class nearly a week after a school shooting
Many students in Georgiaās Barrow County headed back to class six days after a school shooting killed two teachers and two students at Apalachee High School northeast of Atlanta.
Trump said fixing child care would not be very expensive. Here are price tags for other proposals
Asked recently how he would bring down the high cost of child care, former President Donald Trump said doing so would be relatively ānot very expensiveā ā at least, not compared with revenue from tax hikes he would impose on foreign goods.
A former NYC school food chief is sentenced to 2 years in a tainted chicken bribery case
The former head of food services for New York City public schools has been sentenced to two years in prison for a bribery scandal that resulted in children being served chicken tenders contaminated with metal and bone.
A remote tribe is reeling from widespread illness and cancer. What role did the US government play?
The remote Duck Valley reservation that straddles Nevada and Idaho has battled toxic contaminants on its land for decades.
Georgia school shooting highlights fears about classroom cellphone bans
The shooting at a Georgia high school has highlighted concerns raised about a growing effort to ban or restrict cellphones in the classroom.
Walz touts Democratic record of defending LGBTQ+ rights, says Harris will advance cause if elected
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harrisā record of defending LGBTQ+ rights, pledging to a supportive crowd that she will advance their cause if elected president.
US higher education advocates welcome federal support for Hispanic-serving institutions
Federal education advocates say colleges and universities that serve higher than average Hispanic student populations are vital to the goals of educational equality and economic opportunities.
As US colleges raise the stakes for protests, activists are weighing new strategies
The stakes have gone up for students protesting the war in Gaza as U.S. colleges roll out new security measures and protest guidelines this fall in hopes of avoiding disruptions like last springās pro-Palestinian demonstrations, which led to some 3,200 arrests.
Inside the Georgia high school where a sleepy morning was pierced by gunfire
It was the middle of second period at Apalachee High School in near Winder, Georgia, and the boy who few knew slipped out of his algebra class in J Hall again.
Maine law thwarts impact of school choice decision, lawsuit says
A Christian school at the center of a Supreme Court decision that requires Maine to include religious schools in a state tuition program is challenging a state antidiscrimination law.
Donald Trump's youngest son has enrolled at New York University
Former President Donald Trumpās youngest son, Barron Trump, has begun his first year of college this week at New York University, his father said Wednesday.
4 Las Vegas teens plead guilty in classmate's deadly beating as part of plea deal
Four Las Vegas teenagers have pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter in the fatal beating of their high school classmate.
As Columbia resumes classes, student activists vow to carry on with protests against Israel
Columbia University resumed classes with students sunbathing and eating ice cream on the lawn that was home to a pro-Palestinian encampment last spring.
Christa McAuliffe, still pioneering, is first woman with a statue on New Hampshire capitol grounds
Christa McAuliffe is still a pioneer, decades after she was picked to become Americaās first teacher in space.
Moms for Liberty fully embraces Trump and widens role in national politics as election nears
This weekendās gathering of Moms for Liberty has showcased how the group has moved toward fully embracing Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump and his political messaging as Novemberās election draws closer.
Which skin care products should young girls use? Dermatologists recommend this simple routine
Girls are bombarded on social media with advice from influencers touting elaborate skin care routines with high-priced serums, mists and creams.
Young girls are using anti-aging products they see on social media. The harm is more than skin deep
Young girls are buying up anti-aging products they see promoted on social media, with harmful effects for their skin ā and their mental health.
A measure to repeal a private school tuition funding law in Nebraska will make the November ballot
Nebraska's top election official says organizers have collected enough signatures to ask voters to repeal a new law that uses taxpayer money to fund private school tuition.
Rep. Henry Cuellar announces over $300,000 for school safety funding at Lytle ISD
Rep. Cuellar announced new school safety funding for Lytle ISD provided by the Community Oriented Policing Services School Violence Prevention Program.
Why Black students are still disciplined at higher rates: Takeaways from AP's report
Racial disparities in how schools discipline students received new attention at the outset of a national reckoning with racial injustice, but the results of reform efforts have been slow to materialize.
Trump questions acceptance of transgender people as he courts his base at Moms for Liberty gathering
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is lamenting the growing acceptance of transgender Americans.
Black students are still kicked out of school at higher rates despite reforms
In the decade since Black Lives Matter, a spotlight has shined on inequity in education outcomes and, in particular, how exclusionary discipline disproportionately affects Black children.
After diversity pushback, some faculty feel left in dark at North Carolina's flagship university
Several programs of diversity, equity and inclusion are at risk of elimination at North Carolina's flagship university after the University of North Carolina Board of Governors voted to scrap a previous diversity policy in May and replace it with a new one.
From mixing to cooking, Boerne ISD Culinary Arts program prepares students for rewarding careers
The Boerne ISD Culinary Arts program equips students with practical skills that can lead to rewarding careers.
Botched college financial aid form snarls students' enrollment plans
After a long summer of technical glitches, most of Americaās prospective college students finally applied for federal financial aid ā an annual process upended by a redesign-gone-bad.
UTSA researchers find using bird feeders in backyards bolsters population in San Antonio
Bird feeders serve many purposes in peopleās backyards. Some families like the way they look, and others enjoy watching what kind of birds they can attract.But in an urban area like San Antonio, does using them help or hurt the bird population in our city?
Supreme Court rebuffs Biden administration plea to restore multibillion-dollar student debt plan
The Supreme Court is keeping on hold the latest multibillion-dollar student debt relief plan from the Biden administration, while multiple lawsuits make their way through lower courts.
Ukraine's children should see themselves as 'generation of winners' not war victims, first lady says
Ukraineās first lady wants her countryās children to view themselves not as a generation enduring a grinding war but rather as āa generation of winners.ā.
Judge extends temporary order for transgender New Hampshire girl to play soccer, hears arguments
A federal judge has extended a temporary order for a transgender girl to play soccer for her high school team while considering arguments for a longer-term order and a possible trial as the teen and another student challenge a New Hampshire ban.
Uvalde CISD Moving Forward Foundation receives $10 million donation for new elementary school
The Uvalde CISD Moving Forward Foundation is expected to receive a $10 million donation Tuesday for a new elementary school.
UT System approves UTSAās plans to purchase 18-story downtown office building
UTSA signed a letter of intent to purchase the 18-story office building in early August to further expand its presence downtown.
UTSA welcomes freshmen with innovative STEM program
As the fall semester kicks off at the University of Texas at San Antonio on Monday, incoming freshmen are already gaining valuable experience on campus. This summer, a select group of new students participated in a hands-on STEM lab program designed to give them a head start before classes officially begin.
NISD hopes to fill over 100 teacher vacancies as new school year begins
Districts across the country have dealt with teacher shortages since the pandemic, but Northside ISD said they are finally seeing some improvement this year compared to the last three.
Schools are competing with cellphones. Here's how they think they could win
Students are struggling to stay engaged in class at a time of poor mental health, shortened attention spans, reduced attendance and worsening grades.
Oklahoma teachers were told to use the Bible. There's resistance from schools as students return
Oklahomaās Bixby school district has lots to show off for a fast-growing Tulsa suburb, including a state-of-the-art new high school and plans for a $12 million upgrade to its football complex.
SAISD says improvements have been made to reduce lead in water, but refuse to make anyone available for questions on how
In the latest test on transparency, San Antonio ISD did not make anyone available to answer questions about how the district is addressing lead found in water at schools.
Free food, mental health resources help combat move-in jitters at UTSA
Whether youāre in your first or second year of college, move-in day can be intimidating, especially when you donāt know your roommate. Residential assistants are helping students moving into dorms for the first time feel at ease.
UTSA and UT Health San Antonio announce historic merger to create a new āpremier global universityā
A historic merger is coming to San Antonio, as the University of Texas System Board of Regents announced plans Thursday morning during their executive session to combine the University of Texas San Antonio (UTSA) and UT-Health into one unified institution in 2025.
Sudden fame for Tim Walz's son focuses attention on challenges of people with learning disabilities
An unexpected highlight of the Democratic National Convention on Night Three was an outburst of pride from the son of vice presidential candidate Tim Walz.
San Antonio nonprofit says thousands of students are in need of supplies, clothes with high prices
Nonprofits, like San Antonio Threads, said the need for supplies and clothes is widespread even with school in session for so many students.
School choice and a history of segregation collide as one Florida county shutters its rural schools
Tens of thousands of students have left Floridaās public schools in recent years amid an explosive growth in school choice.
āIt was very upsettingā: Pleasanton grandparent reacts to grandsonās incident with bus driver captured on video
The grandparent of a Pleasanton Independent School District student is pushing for a district school bus driver to be fired.
University of Kentucky to disband diversity office after GOP lawmakers pushed anti-DEI legislation
The University of Kentucky's president says the school will disband its office promoting diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
New Braunfels ISD continues to grow; 10K students welcomed back to school on Tuesday
On the first day of school for New Braunfels ISD, parents dropped students off and the district says it's making sure everyone has the resources they need to succeed in the classroom.