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Trump Officials and Louisiana End Long-Standing School Desegregation Order
The Trump administration and Louisiana officials have successfully ended a decades-old court-ordered school desegregation case in DeSoto Parish, reflecting a broader effort to dismiss outdated desegregation mandates, despite ongoing debates about their necessity to combat racial disparities.
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Universities settle for $500K over firings related to Charlie Kirk posts
Originally Published 3 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
Austin Peay State University reinstated professor Darren Michael, who was previously fired after a social media post about Charlie Kirk, and settled for $500,000, citing issues with due process and external pressure affecting academic freedom.
Governor Murphy Signs Law Banning Cellphones in New Jersey Schools
Originally Published 3 days ago — by NJ.gov
Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation requiring New Jersey schools to implement policies restricting cell phone and internet-enabled device use during school hours, effective in the 2026-2027 school year, aiming to improve student focus, mental health, and classroom engagement.
WVU appoints Beverly Wendland as new provost and VP for academic affairs
Originally Published 3 days ago — by WVU Today
West Virginia University has appointed Beverly Wendland, a distinguished cell biologist and academic leader with extensive experience at Washington University in St. Louis and Johns Hopkins University, as its new provost and vice president for academic affairs, aiming to enhance academic excellence and research at the university.
Newsom Proposes Centralizing Control of California Education Department
Originally Published 3 days ago — by California State Portal | CA.gov
Governor Newsom proposes a major overhaul of California's education governance system to improve support, accountability, and policy alignment from early childhood through college by consolidating oversight and strengthening the role of the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, addressing long-standing fragmentation and inefficiencies in the system.
Texas A&M Faces Backlash Over Censorship of Plato in Courses
Originally Published 4 days ago — by The Texas Tribune
Texas A&M University is implementing new restrictions on discussing race, gender, and sexuality in courses, affecting around 200 classes, including cancellations and content revisions, amid political and social backlash.
Astrophysicist Ray Jayawardhana Named Caltech's 10th President
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Caltech
Dr. Ray Jayawardhana, a renowned astrophysicist and academic leader, has been appointed as Caltech's tenth president, starting July 1, 2026, bringing a strong background in research, administration, and public engagement to advance the institute's mission of fundamental research and exploration.
Teachers Banned for Controversial and False Claims about Historical and Religious Figures
Originally Published 5 days ago — by BBC
Teacher Patrick Lawler, who expressed extremist views and made offensive comments about Islam and others, has been banned from teaching indefinitely after a disciplinary hearing found him guilty of professional misconduct and bringing the profession into disrepute, citing his involvement with far-right groups and inappropriate classroom behavior.
Utah Bans 'Wicked' Author's Book and Others in Public Schools
Originally Published 6 days ago — by KUER
Utah has banned the novel 'Wicked' by Gregory Maguire from all K-12 schools, citing its adult content, along with other books like 'The Perks of Being a Wallflower' and 'Nineteen Minutes,' due to their themes and content, as part of a statewide effort to remove books deemed inappropriate or pornographic.
Generation AI: Bridging the Social Divide and Shaping the Future Economy
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The Guardian
The article emphasizes the importance of teaching AI and computing skills in schools to prevent a social divide, as AI becomes increasingly integrated into decision-making processes. Experts warn that understanding AI is crucial for empowerment and critical evaluation, and that neglecting this education could leave some children disempowered in a future dominated by automated systems.
U.S. Education Department Unveils $169M for Postsecondary Improvement
Originally Published 6 days ago — by U.S. Department of Education (.gov)
The U.S. Department of Education has allocated $169 million through the Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education to support innovative projects in AI, civil discourse, accreditation reform, and workforce-aligned short-term programs, aiming to enhance teaching, learning, and student success in higher education.