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Highlands Files for Bankruptcy Amid State Funding Dispute
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Highlands Community and Technical Schools, a Sacramento-area adult charter network serving about 2,000 students, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after repayment talks broke down over a state claim exceeding $243 million. The school disputes the claim, which stems from an audit alleging ineligible education funding and other misconduct, and says classes will continue as it seeks to reorganize and pursue a new charter in Sutter County.
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Rochester Chamber Backs Planned Pine Island Data Center
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The Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce backed Project Skyway, a proposed Google data center in Pine Island, citing expected jobs, infrastructure and school funding, and substantial new tax revenue. The project has drawn opposition over potential costs and environmental effects, and one report says legal challenges have paused development.
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Education Systems Face Staffing, Governance, Enrollment Strains
Politics
— Sep 30, 2026
Across several school systems, leaders and advocates are confronting resource and staffing challenges: Los Altos trustee candidate Brandon Stroy emphasizes equitable support for students and teacher development, while Connecticut identifies teacher shortage areas and offers eligible educators financial benefits. In New York, officials are weighing stronger state oversight of Buffalo schools, and a report finds Manhattan’s Murry Bergtraum High School remains severely under-enrolled and struggling despite high per-student spending.
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NYC High School Shrinks From 3,000 to 90
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Texas districts are turning over struggling campuses to Third Future Schools, which emphasizes more instructional time and targeted math and literacy work, despite community concerns about local control and a rigid model. Elsewhere, Broward and Palm Beach counties reported steep student declines, while a New York investigation found Murry Bergtraum High has dwindled to about 90 students and remains deeply underperforming despite high per-student funding and years of discussion about closing or merging it.
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Mother Of Woman Killed In Russian Lab Incident Speaks Out. She Has Doubts About Her Daughter’s Cause Of Death
Libby Bandelin · 5 min · 1h
Harry, Meghan Set for UK Security Reviews
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— Sep 14, 2026
Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, left their new UK school after two days when security could not keep the school-run convoy intact, as RAVEC opens fresh risk assessments of Harry and Meghan.
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Chris Dalton
The children deserve proper safeguards even if their parents aren't full-time working royals.
Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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South Sudan School Roof Restored for 701 Children
Business
— Sep 21, 2026
The relevant articles explain that homeowners should assess roof condition before investing in replacement: proper inspections can identify ventilation issues, guide choices suited to local hazards, and determine whether repairs can protect property value as effectively as a new roof. A separate religious-law article clarifies that completed vessels such as intact furniture cannot be used as sukkah roofing, while dismantled wood may be permitted; unrelated franchise and school-restoration stories are omitted.
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Children’s Series Follows Cuban Girl’s First U.S. School and Snow
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— Sep 11, 2026
Author Lourdes Fasani releases the Luli children's book series inspired by a young Cuban immigrant navigating life in America, exploring family, cultural identity, belonging, and resilience for young readers. The stories trace Luli’s experiences—adjusting to a new school, Thanksgiving, a first snowfall, and other milestones—emphasizing compassion and cultural appreciation.
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Sam Okafor
I remember my first snowfall too and this series captures that excitement well for young readers.
Weekend Sports Results Span High School, Boxing
Sports
— Sep 12, 2026
Local education and crime updates: A Brooke County principal faces new wiretap charges with bond set at $200,000, and the Brooke High School contract was terminated following the hearing, while a Steubenville senior housing project was halted after human remains were found. In sports, BYU aims to adapt after Sione Moa's absence, while UFC and boxing events reported notable knockouts and sizeable live gates.
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U.S. Schools Expand AI Restrictions for 2026-27
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— Sep 11, 2026
As the 2026-27 school year begins, major districts like New York City and Los Angeles restrict student use of generative AI, implement guardrails, and require AI-literacy efforts, signaling a cautious rollout of AI in classrooms. Meanwhile, California advances safeguards with Gov. Newsom signing bills, and dozens of states and districts are pursuing or passing legislation to regulate AI use in K-12 education.
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Misplaced kindness fails people more than tough honesty does
New managers who freeze before hard talks, and leaders stuck with polite but stagnant teams, will see exactly where their feedback goes wrong.
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New Texas social studies curriculum will teach role 'radical Islam' played in 9/11
Good News
— Sep 8, 2026
Texas State Board of Education approved revisions to high school social studies that detail Christianity's contributions to Western civilization along with the history of radical Islam.
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New York Student Suspended Over Coffee Challenges Rule
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— Sep 11, 2026
Beaver River Central School District suspended senior Julie Kaputa on her first day for bringing a cup of coffee, citing a new outside food and drink rule. Her family argues the policy was not legally adopted due to no public hearing, while the district says the August board meeting should have counted as a hearing and plans a properly announced public session to address the issue.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Cher's Son Elijah Allman Indicted on New Hampshire Felony Charge
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— Sep 16, 2026
Cher’s son Elijah Blue Allman has been indicted on a felony criminal mischief charge in New Hampshire for the March 1 Windham home break-in, with authorities saying he damaged property by breaking a glass panel and later sat on the occupant’s couch while smoking a cigarette; his arraignment is scheduled for October amid ongoing treatment at a state hospital. He previously faced burglary and breach of bail charges and also faces separate charges and competency proceedings related to a Concord incident at St. Paul’s School, with the overall case timeline paused while he continues treatment.
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US News 2026 rankings spotlight top high schools
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— Aug 18, 2026
U.S. News released its 2026-2027 Best High Schools rankings, analyzing about 27,000 public schools with nearly 18,000 making the list, and Massachusetts leads the nation with the most top-ranked schools while New Jersey and Maryland also rank highly; the San Jose area tops metropolitan rankings. In the Pittsburgh and New Jersey regions, suburban PA districts and northeastern New Jersey schools feature prominently, with Upper Saint Clair High School highlighted among Pittsburgh-area top performers and New Jersey schools repeatedly ranking in the statewide and national top tiers.
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De Blasio: New York City Will Reopen Elementary Schools
Reporting
— Nov 29, 2020
Just over two weeks after the nation’s largest school district shut down due to rising coronavirus cases, New York City’s elementary schools will begin to reopen. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announced in a…
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Memorials, Protests Held Across Israel On The Third Anniversary Of Terror Attack
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 2h
New York trucking group praises federal closure of 110 CDL schools
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— Sep 1, 2026
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Marcus Bell
As a driver, I've seen way too many people out here who can barely communicate in English trying to read road signs. Safety first.
The Big Five
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The personality model scientists actually use — five traits, twenty questions, your real percentages, and an AI read of what your mix means.
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Crowd Goes Silent When High School Athlete Collapses, Gets Carried Off on Stretcher
Reporting
— Feb 3, 2023
A New Jersey high school basketball player collapsed during a game on Sunday and was taken out of the gym on a stretcher. Tarik Watson, a junior forward for Roselle Catholic High School of Roselle, New Jersey, was…
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CDC To Issue New COVID-19 Guidelines for Schools on Friday: WH
Reporting
— Feb 11, 2021
The federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention plans to issue new guidelines for U.S. schools reopening on Friday, White House coronavirus adviser Andy Slavitt said. Reopening schools is a top priority for the…
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Private School Administrator in NYC Admits Sneaking Political Agenda Inside Classrooms
Reporting
— Sep 2, 2022
A New York City private school administrator made shocking confessions while being secretly recorded. In a new education series, Jennifer Norris, Director of Student Activities at Trinity School, was exposed by Project…
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Conway Reveals Trump Admin Will Unveil New Guidance for Schools to Reopen Safely
Reporting
— Aug 12, 2020
President Donald Trump wants schools to reopen in the fall and argues it is safer for students to be in school. But, some are raising questions after 900 students in Georgia being quarantined after schools reopened in…
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Anne Rice Return to Catholicism
Author re-embraces Christ publicly
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New York Teachers Claim Schools Forces Them To Pass Failing Students
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— Jan 8, 2026
Teachers are accusing higher-ups at New York City’s Flushing High School are forcing them to pass students who are failing math classes. Educators at the school claim students are being given passing grades despite…
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Elite Private School Labeled Students By Ethnicity, Restricted Groups Based On Race
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— Jun 27, 2024
A New York City school’s students were pictured wearing tags identifying them by their ethnicity while the school encouraged students to join ethnicity-based “affinity groups,” The New York Times reported Wednesday…
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EXCLUSIVE: MA School District Rolls Out New DEI Positions Despite Trump’s Orders
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— Apr 3, 2025
A Massachusetts school district has announced new job openings for staff affinity group coordinators, a report released Thursday found. The Newton Public Schools’ “Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion” on March 27…
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‘Non-Transparent Rollout’: California Parents Fume Over New ‘Ethnic Studies’ High School Course
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— Jul 29, 2024
Parents of Palo Alto public high school students are voicing their concerns over the school’s secrecy regarding a new mandatory ethnic studies course. Parents are citing concerns about the district’s lack of…
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NY School District Puts AI Teacher on Hold
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— Jul 29, 2026
“Sally’s” presence in a classroom in a school district in southern New York state is on hold. The Salamanca City Central School District planned to use an AI-powered, humanoid robot in the classroom this coming school…
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Dem AG Wanted To Defend Sky-High Carry Permit Fee. Now He’s A Defendant In The Suit
Harold Hutchison · 3 min · 2h
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