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The US federal government has paused funding for certain educational programs, including $400 million for Florida, affecting services for English language learners and other students, prompting state officials to seek ways to mitigate the impact amid political tensions.
Hundreds of University of the Arts students, faculty, and supporters protested the school's sudden closure, announced due to declining enrollment and financial issues. The abrupt shutdown, set for June 7, has left students scrambling for alternatives and sparked calls for an independent investigation. The closure is unprecedented in its short notice, with many questioning the administration's handling of the situation.
The Portland Public Schools teacher strike has ended with the ratification of a new contract that grants educators a 14.4% compounded cost of living adjustment over three years. The deal requires the district to spend down its savings and make over $100 million in cuts unless new funding sources are secured. Students, who felt the impact of the strike, are now hoping for a rebuilding of trust between all parties involved.