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Body cam footage released of 6-year-old shooting his teacher at Virginia's Richneck Elementary in 20232 sources — 1d

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UNLV trains mariachi teachers amid Las Vegas shortageEntertainment — 1dAs mariachi programs grow to about 6,000 students in Las Vegas schools, a shortage of qualified teachers has prompted UNLV to offer a mariachi minor to train future educators. Axel Rodríguez Olivas is expected to become the program’s first graduate, helping carry the Mexican musical tradition into classrooms.

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Nate Jackson Named Oregon’s Top Teacher From 17Lifestyle — 2dNate Jackson, a social studies teacher at Willamette High School, was named Oregon’s 2026–27 Teacher of the Year, selected from 17 regional honorees. Recognized for building inclusive classrooms, mentoring students and expanding educational opportunities—including raising more than $60,000 for student travel—he will receive statewide recognition and a $10,000 award.

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France suspends secondary classes nationwide amid protests — 2dFrance suspended secondary timetables nationwide from October 7 after Lecornu reported 215 pupils, 85 staff and 715 officers injured; he said attacking a teacher does not help replace teachers.

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IJRAnthropic Launches New ‘Don’t Be Mean To The Clankers’ PolicyDylan Kresak · 2 min · 2h

Milwaukee Woman Charged in Substitute Teacher ImpersonationPolitics — 3dA 23-year-old woman is facing felony charges after allegedly posing as a substitute teacher to enter Milwaukee’s Rufus King High School and subject students to racist, profane and sexually inappropriate remarks. Prosecutors say Amy Jones admitted she went because she was bored; school staff escorted her out after students reported her behavior.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom 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.

Ransomware Disrupts Richmond School OperationsPolitics — 3dU.S. education faces pressures ranging from a ransomware attack that disrupted a Richmond school to persistent teacher vacancies, while a conservative advocacy group’s state rankings have framed education policy as an issue for the midterm elections. Separately, USC announced a major investment in AI research and education, including a new interdisciplinary undergraduate degree.

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Childcare centers turn to free teacher housing as wages lag — Sep 28, 2026Eric Gil left an eight-person Waterbury household for a free home minutes from his preschool job; Friends Center in New Haven now houses 10 teachers rent-free.

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Sam Okafor It's good they're helping with housing, but wages for these teachers need to go up so perks like this aren't necessary.

French Student Protests Draw 71,500 Thursday — 6dFrench high-school protests over teacher shortages, crowded classrooms, long schedules and poor facilities have led to school blockades and clashes with police, prompting accusations of excessive force and government claims that the hard left has fueled unrest. While many students and commentators blame deteriorating public services, critics of that account point to rising per-pupil spending and argue that the causes are more complex.

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Education Systems Face Staffing, Governance, Enrollment StrainsPolitics — Sep 30, 2026Across 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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BooksStress comes from untracked commitments, not too much workA first mind sweep often surfaces over a hundred neglected commitments, and Allen’s closed loop exists to pull every one out of your head so attention can stay on the work in front of you.16m · 2 reads

Teacher, Student Found Dead After Iowa School Trip Water Incident — Sep 25, 2026An Iowa elementary school teacher and one of her 10-year-old students died after a water incident during a fifth-grade field trip at Lake Macbride State Park, authorities said. The… — by Andrew Powell

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Teacher and student die during Iowa school field trip — Sep 23, 2026A fifth-grade teacher, Hannah Jorgensen, and 10-year-old student Ahmed Osman died after entering the water during a school field trip to Iowa’s MacBride Nature Recreation Area. Authorities are investigating the circumstances, and the school district is providing support to students and staff.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

French School Protests Spread, Arrests Near 5,000 — Sep 30, 2026French high school protests over teacher shortages, overcrowded classrooms and deteriorating facilities have spread nationwide and escalated into arson, assaults and clashes, prompting hundreds of arrests, injuries and school closures. The government has condemned the violence and moved to contain it, while students and unions continue to press for better school conditions and disputes grow over police conduct and claims of political involvement.

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Texans Adopt Russellville School Jersey TraditionSports — Sep 23, 2026Before each home game, Russellville Junior High’s Whirlwinds honor a teacher or staff member by presenting them with a player’s jersey and often a letter explaining why they were chosen.

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WalletHub ranks Washington best state for teachers as pay falls — Sep 14, 2026WalletHub’s latest study ranks states on 24 measures of teacher-friendliness; Washington tops the list, while Virginia and Pennsylvania sit high in the top 3 and 11 respectively, with Texas at 26 and Arkansas at 28. The analysis assesses factors like starting salaries, growth potential, pupil-teacher ratios, and per-student funding.

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Chris Dalton Texas sitting at 26 means they should focus more on salary growth if they want to compete for educators.

IJRWhite House Suspends Microsoft From Green Card Program Over H-1B FraudDylan Kresak · 4 min · 3h

France School Protests Escalate, 440 Detained — Sep 28, 2026Student protests over overcrowded classes, heavy workloads and teacher shortages have spread from Paris to other parts of France, with schools blockaded and 164 arrests reported. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu condemned violence and warned against escalation, while student organizers defended the demonstrations and called for further action; officials reported injuries among students, school staff and security forces.

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration DEI Grant Cuts — Sep 17, 2026Judge Angel Kelley struck down a Trump administration directive terminating more than $600 million in teacher-training grants tied to DEI programs.

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Chris Dalton The judge was right to require the department to explain its reasoning and consider the effects on schools before cutting that funding.

Analysis Finds Strong Unions in Most States With Weak Literacy Policies — Sep 17, 2026A new analysis from the Progressive Policy Institute is examining a notable connection among teachers’ union strength, early-literacy policies, and reading performance across the c… — by Andrew Powell

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Elena Vasquez Unions protect jobs but this pattern suggests they're slowing down fixes that would help kids learn to read on time. States need to act anyway.

Judges Strike Down Trump Education Policies — Sep 21, 2026A Rhode Island judge permanently blocked a Trump-era rule that would have restricted immigrants’ access to federal programs, while Massachusetts and federal courts found the administration’s anti-DEI directives unlawful, including actions that cut about $600 million in teacher-training grants. Together, these rulings void or vacate the DEI-related grant cuts and challenge the legality and process of the Trump-era policy changes.

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Kenai Peninsula Students Post Steady Math and Reading Gains — Sep 18, 2026In Washington, D.C., prosecutors and defense rest in the Trayon White trial as a driver faces rape allegations; in Alaska, Kenai Peninsula students show slow but steady gains in math and reading while the assembly advances weather-modification bills. A CNBC segment previews the week ahead in business, and in Aiken, South Carolina, a weekend slate of events includes a rummage sale, vendor fair, film screenings, a STEM festival, and church gatherings; in Seward, Alaska, five candidates vie for two city council seats as teachers and staff negotiate a new contract.

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The Conservative DeskTrump clears livestreamed firing squad for Fort Hood killerPresident Trump approved the first U.S. military execution since 1961. Hasan faces a Dec. 3 firing squad at Fort Hood, and the Pentagon says the public will watch it live.33m · 2 reads

Teacher lists nine classroom practices removed over the yearsGood News — Sep 8, 2026An elementary teacher posted on TikTok about nine classroom activities that have faded over time and why bringing them back could help students.

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US Teacher Knocked Out Cold After Student Throws Metal Chair at Her HeadOpinion — Sep 30, 2023Showing just how dangerous it is to be a teacher at an inner-city school, a teacher in Michigan was knocked out cold when a rebellious student threw a metal chair at her head in a sneak attack from behind. The…

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Teacher Fired After Encouraging Students To Write Obituaries for Active Shooter DrillReporting — Apr 10, 2023A teacher based in Florida was criticized after encouraging students to write their obituaries before an active shooter drill. After being made aware of the drill on Monday, Jeffrey Keene, a psychology teacher at Dr…

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Teacher Shares With Her Students Valuable Lessons She Wishes She KnewReporting — Apr 1, 2022A Colorado teacher is making an impact by connecting with her students in a personal way. Maddie Richardson, a middle school science teacher, at Parker Performing Arts School, makes an effort to share with her students…

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LA Teachers Union Roasted for Posting Dance Video During StrikeReporting — Mar 24, 2023A teachers’ union is facing mockery over a tweet it shared featuring a message about a strike — which included a dance video. On Thursday, United Teachers Los Angeles wrote in a tweet, “Theres nothing more beautiful and…

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IJRRepublican Infighting Derails GOP Plans To Lower Gas And Diesel Prices Before Election DaySimon August · 5 min · 4h