Federal Education Research Fight: Education scientists are pushing back on proposed EDGAR rules that could delay education research funding and redefine “research quality,” after thousands of comments criticized the overhaul. Rural Learning Boost: USDA awarded $749,400 to Wisconsin’s CESA 10 to upgrade distance learning for 14,445 rural students across 12 counties, replacing aging tech and expanding course options. Early Childhood at Risk: Head Start deregulation proposals drew 35,000+ comments, with critics warning changes could harm rural access and the supports families rely on. Student Safety & Accountability: In the Tumbler Ridge school shooting case, a Washington state resident was arrested and charged with conspiracy to murder in a foreign country, as FBI details describe alleged advice, money, and encouragement to the attacker. Higher Ed Freedom: Stand Up for Science plans a virtual rally urging universities to defend academic freedom amid federal pressure. Health in Schools: A new study finds psilocybin users with depression seek mental health care at similar rates to nonusers, but report more unmet needs—raising questions for how services meet demand. Measles Watch: Massachusetts doctors warn the state could be next as measles surges nationally and local vaccination rates fall below herd-immunity targets.