Brooklyn educator Dominique Paloma Bible believes the foundation of a powerful education lies in genuine choice. By prioritizing self-determination over standardized tests and rote learning, she hopes to reshape classrooms and help students discover a lifelong passion for learning.

Florida State University’s “Unconquered by Debt” program aims to give students a stronger foothold in personal finance. Designed to reduce debt-related stress, the initiative seeks to lay a foundation for a more stable financial future.

Most schools in North Jersey begin classes soon after Labor Day, but a few districts opt for earlier start dates. The differences span Bergen, Essex, Morris, Passaic, and Sussex counties, where families are gearing up for the academic year.

As the summer winds down in Western New York, families and students can enjoy a final round of seasonal fun while also gearing up for the new school year. From last-minute giveaways to engaging community gatherings, this snapshot highlights how locals are getting ready for a smooth transition back to class.

Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel has introduced a 90-day wellness challenge encouraging fourth through eighth graders in Ohio to adopt better fitness, nutrition, and sleep habits. The voluntary program aspires to help young students form lasting healthy routines.

Green Ninja has launched a new subscription model that offers middle school educators a 21-day free trial of its comprehensive, NGSS-aligned science curriculum. With over 300 ready-to-teach lessons, project-based units, and an affordable monthly rate, this resource aims to streamline preparation and bring engaging, real-world learning to Grades 6-8.

Dr. Givona Sandiford, CEO of Melospeech, has been selected to appear in Season 18 of The Blox, hosted by MTV’s Weston Bergmann. Her goal: to highlight how AI-powered solutions can bolster early childhood education and transform stories of learning success.

As children return to class, many parents wonder if the time has come for their kids to walk to school alone. This article covers the official guidance on deciding when they’re old enough and offers a few simple ways to gauge their readiness.

Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber recently teamed up to send their 18-year-old son, Sasha, off to college at the University of Southern California. Despite their split, the two provided a shining example of modern co-parenting, turning a bittersweet day into a moment of laughter, tears, and shared pride.

A brave survivor is sharing her story to warn students about online predators. Hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters Miami at the start of the school year, the panel offered a stark reminder that traffickers increasingly use social media to find victims.

“Mail on Wheels,” a new children’s book by McDaniel College educator Mona Kerby, tells the story of Carroll County’s first rural free mail delivery. Through a partnership with Union Mills Homestead and the Historical Society of Carroll County, it brings a pivotal moment in the county’s history to life for young readers.

The Times and Sunday Times Scotland has released its 2025 Scottish Childcare League Table, highlighting the best nursery schools across the country. Among the top-ranked institutions are 20 standout nurseries in Glasgow, underscoring the city’s growing reputation for high-quality early education.

Jamie Jewitt, best known from the third season of Love Island UK, recently shared that he did not immediately feel love when his first child was born. Over time, he grew into the role of fatherhood, and now has three children with his wife, Camilla Thurlow.

Cheney Public Schools in eastern Washington has voted to curb student cell phone use throughout the school day. The newly approved policy will take effect in the 2025-2026 academic year, starting fall 2025.

Klein Independent School District’s career and technical education courses have ballooned by an estimated 65 percent in the past decade. Now, the Houston-area district is set to receive new financial support from the State of Texas to keep pace with demand.

Alice Independent School District has earned a “B” in the state’s 2025 accountability reports, a result the district is celebrating as proof of rising academic achievement. The grade, first reported by the Alice Echo News Journal, signals forward momentum for the South Texas school system.

Pasadena Unified School District reopened Monday, welcoming hundreds of children who only weeks ago watched the Eaton Fire consume their homes. Administrators describe the return as emotional yet hopeful, trusting in what they call the students’ remarkable resilience.

As students sharpen pencils and pack backpacks, Springfield officials are sharpening their disaster plans. Back2School Safety Month now urges every classroom to prepare for severe weather, blackouts, lost phone lines, or even violence before the first bell rings.

A special summer camp in Winchester celebrated a significant milestone on Wednesday morning, thrilling campers with a helicopter landing, emergency vehicle tours, and the chance to operate an excavator.

Authorities are cracking down on illegal vaping products designed to appeal to kids, many of which are cleverly disguised and unrecognizable as e-cigarettes.

At a recent summit hosted by the Tarrant To & Through Partnership, counselors and students in Fort Worth emphasized the importance of starting college retention efforts in high school.