Teacher Training & Reading: A new National Council on Teacher Quality report finds teacher prep programs have improved on “science of reading,” but hundreds still teach outdated methods and many don’t adequately support English learners, struggling readers, or students with disabilities. Civil Rights Oversight: The U.S. Department of Education opened a probe into Colorado’s Cherry Creek School District over claims of racially discriminatory programming, including clubs, academic support, teacher training, and a parent committee. Screen-Time Backlash: Sweden is set to ban mobile phones in schools next fall, citing declining reading and writing skills and joining a growing push to roll back classroom screens. H-1B Immigration Policy: A federal judge struck down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee as an unauthorized tax, a major win for employers and universities relying on foreign talent. Higher Ed Demographics: Arkansas college enrollment data shows minority freshman numbers rising after the 2023 affirmative action ban, with experts debating what’s driving the shift. Student Safety & Community: Atlanta leaders and partners are expanding anti-trafficking training ahead of the World Cup, targeting frontline workers who may spot abuse. Sports & Student Pathways: Miles Russell and Vaughn Harber qualified for the U.S. Open, highlighting how student-athletes keep earning major-championship opportunities. Public Health & Environment: A study links pesticide exposure to health effects across generations, raising new questions about U.S. regulation gaps.