Missouri school district brings back punishment by paddle
The Missouri school district said parents have to opt-in and that the new policy came as a result of parents wanting an alternative to suspension, according to reports.
The Missouri school district said parents have to opt-in and that the new policy came as a result of parents wanting an alternative to suspension, according to reports.
Student loan forgiveness | What is a Pell grant and how will Biden's program impact recipients?
President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program announced on Wednesday aims to provide $10,000 in student debt cancellation for millions of Americans.
President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness program announced on Wednesday aims to provide $10,000 in student debt cancellation for millions of Americans.
Biden's canceling of student loans relies on pandemic, 2003 law
The law was adopted with overwhelming bipartisan support at a time when U.S. forces were fighting two wars, in Afghanistan and Iraq.
The law was adopted with overwhelming bipartisan support at a time when U.S. forces were fighting two wars, in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Teacher strike forces students to start school year remotely in Ohio
The school district and the union resumed bargaining Wednesday afternoon. The school board said its offer to the union put children first.
The school district and the union resumed bargaining Wednesday afternoon. The school board said its offer to the union put children first.
Student loan forgiveness: Biden unveils plan to cancel $10K in student debt
Biden unveiled a plan to provide $10,000 of federal student loan debt relief for borrowers who earn under $125,000 annually, and more for those with the greatest financial need.
Biden unveiled a plan to provide $10,000 of federal student loan debt relief for borrowers who earn under $125,000 annually, and more for those with the greatest financial need.
What student loans are eligible for forgiveness? Here's a breakdown
In addition to Biden’s wide-sweeping loan forgiveness plan, there are existing programs for borrowers to have some or all of their student debt erased.
In addition to Biden’s wide-sweeping loan forgiveness plan, there are existing programs for borrowers to have some or all of their student debt erased.
St. Paul Public Schools approves smudging policy
St. Paul Public Schools has approved a new policy that allows students and staff to use tobacco and other natural substances for smudging.
St. Paul Public Schools has approved a new policy that allows students and staff to use tobacco and other natural substances for smudging.
Biden to make long-awaited student loan debt announcement on Wednesday, reports say
President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January, according to three people familiar with the plan.
President Joe Biden on Wednesday is set to announce his long-delayed move to forgive up to $10,000 in federal student loans for many Americans and extend a pause on payments to January, according to three people familiar with the plan.
Lawsuit filed over provision that could result in white teachers being fired first in Minneapolis
A lawsuit has been filed over a new teacher retention policy at Minneapolis Public Schools that critics say could result in white teachers being laid off first.
A lawsuit has been filed over a new teacher retention policy at Minneapolis Public Schools that critics say could result in white teachers being laid off first.
Poll: Students who listen to music while studying get higher grades
New research not only shows music can help students study more effectively but that it also depends on which type of music.
New research not only shows music can help students study more effectively but that it also depends on which type of music.
School bus companies still scrambling to find drivers ahead of new year
As Back to School swings into full gear, school bus companies are still searching for drivers.
As Back to School swings into full gear, school bus companies are still searching for drivers.
Back-to-school supply deals: A list of sales in 4 big-ticket categories
Here are 12 back-to-school sales on backpacks, laptops, software and tablets.
Here are 12 back-to-school sales on backpacks, laptops, software and tablets.
Will the student loan payment pause be extended? CEOs say it’s likely.
Payments for federally backed student loans have been suspended since the pandemic began in March 2020 — they’re set to resume Sept. 1 unless the Biden administration steps in.
Payments for federally backed student loans have been suspended since the pandemic began in March 2020 — they’re set to resume Sept. 1 unless the Biden administration steps in.
Former ITT Tech students will have $26 million in federal debt forgiven
Minnesota students who enrolled at ITT Tech will have their federal student debt discharged, sparing more than 1,300 borrowers in the process.
Minnesota students who enrolled at ITT Tech will have their federal student debt discharged, sparing more than 1,300 borrowers in the process.
How to reset your child’s sleep schedule for back-to-school
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.
Children who get the recommended hours of sleep on a regular basis are more likely to have improved focus, behavior, and learning at school.
Study: Students dealing with anxiety
Heading back to school in a few weeks, students are reporting dealing with both depression and anxiety. But a new report says that they might be dealing with more as they head back to their first “normal” year.
Heading back to school in a few weeks, students are reporting dealing with both depression and anxiety. But a new report says that they might be dealing with more as they head back to their first “normal” year.
No more pandemic-era free lunches at most US schools this year
The pandemic-era meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — are ending. Here’s what you need to know heading into the school year.
The pandemic-era meals available for free to all public school students — regardless of family income levels — are ending. Here’s what you need to know heading into the school year.
Back-to-school sales: These retailers are offering big discounts
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
For parents and caregivers on a budget, here are some this year's best back-to-school deals.
The best, worst states in America for early education in 2022: report
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
The rankings were based on access to early childhood education, quality, resources and more.
Police investigating noose found at Edina Community Center
The Edina Police Department is investigating an incident involving a noose found at an early learning center.
The Edina Police Department is investigating an incident involving a noose found at an early learning center.