Circular Economy R&D: The REMADE Institute (with DOE) announced $4.86M for 10 technology projects aimed at boosting reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling of critical materials—moving tools from “valley of death” stages toward commercialization. Back-to-School Support: Anchorage School District will host free school-supplies and clothing events next week, plus hearing/vision screenings and immunization updates. Youth Workforce Pathways: Three Rivers Education Foundation won a second YouthBuild grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to help out-of-school youth ages 16–24 earn credentials while training for construction jobs. School Speech Fight: A Ninth Circuit ruling upheld the firing of an Oregon education worker over books displayed in a school office, reigniting disputes over free speech and school ideology. Health & School Readiness: North Carolina pediatricians urged back-to-school physicals and screenings, including vision, dental, and mental health checkups. Food Safety for Families: Experts warned about rising cyclosporiasis cases and how to reduce exposure to the parasite. Teacher/Student Life: A Mrs. Arizona winner spotlighted a rural domestic-violence support nonprofit while serving as a special education teacher. Teacher Pay/Policy Context: Multiple reports note states pushing teacher pay floors and enrollment targets as districts gear up for the new year.