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Study finds high gambling-risk rates among U.S. first responders
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A new Kindbridge Research Institute report released Sept. 1 links gambling harm among first responders to PTSD symptoms, poor mental health and military experience.
New College of Florida honors educator Kay Daniels with honorary degree
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New College of Florida conferred an honorary Master of Education in Educational Leadership on Sarasota educator Kay Daniels at its Aug. 13, 2026 Board of Trustees meeting.
Toys for Tots and Scholastic expand book access for children in need
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Marine Toys for Tots and Scholastic are highlighting a literacy push that has delivered books and classroom resources to students, teachers and families across the U.S. in 2026. The effort aims to close access gaps in underserved communities and…
WellCheck joins St. Mary’s connected care initiative
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WellCheck is partnering with St. Mary’s County Health Department on a new countywide effort to improve access to care, digital health support and community services in Maryland’s St. Mary’s County.
New ROI index shows four-year degree value varies sharply by school
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A new U.S. Career Institute analysis finds that the financial payoff from a four-year degree can swing from strong gains to negative returns depending on the college.
Side Base launches hands-on manufacturing program for U.S. student groups
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Side Base Co., Ltd. has introduced a Japanese craftsmanship travel program for student groups and educational visitors from the U.S. and other countries, with Mori Welding Workshop supervising the technical work.
Stand Up for Science launches higher-ed compact to counter Trump education push
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Stand Up for Science on Sept. 9 released “America’s Compact For Higher Education” in Washington as a rebuttal to the Education Department’s 2025 compact and follow-up letter to universities.
InventionHome backs cloud platform for high school financial literacy
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A Pennsylvania inventor has developed Money Talks, a cloud-based financial education platform for grades 9 through 12 that combines coursework, coaching and interactive learning tools.
Ellen S. Prantl reflects on 40 years of architecture and mentorship
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Philadelphia architect and educator Ellen S. Prantl is being highlighted by Influential Women for a career that has spanned design, sustainability, technology and teaching.
Entina launches free 3D printing program for U.S. K-12 schools
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Entina is offering selected U.S. K-12 schools free Tina2C 3D printer and filament kits in a monthlong back-to-school program running Aug. 28 to Sept. 28, 2026. The initiative is aimed at helping classrooms add hands-on STEM learning, maker…
CAFAC builds Chinese American Music Festival into year-round exchange platform
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The Chinese-American Federation of Arts and Culture is expanding its 2026 Dallas-launched Chinese American Music Festival into a longer-term platform for artist exchange, youth development and cultural collaboration heading into 2027. The effort…
Pikitin launches bilingual early childhood resources for Hispanic Heritage Month
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Pikitin, the Florida-based educational company founded by Cuban-born Latin Grammy nominee Rita Rosa Ruesga, has launched a new line of bilingual early childhood products for families and educators in the U.S. and worldwide.
KCCLA to mark U.S. 250th anniversary with Korea-America concert in Los Angeles
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The Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles will host Concert 250: Sounds of Korea & America on Sept. 10, 2026, at Zipper Hall in downtown Los Angeles.
Chicago niece and uncle launch children’s book series built around the city’s nicknames
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Patricia Angel Marie Rogers and her uncle Eric Z. Williams have launched The Chicago Kidz Book Series, a Chicago-based children’s project aimed at literacy, diversity and civic pride.
More than 10,800 U.S. schools now run on solar power
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A new Generation180 report says K-12 solar has more than tripled since 2016, with more than 7 million students now attending schools powered by solar energy.
Giavanna Lyerly to represent the U.S. at Miss Super Model International in Thailand
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Giavanna Lyerly, a 19-year-old South Carolina model, college student and humanitarian, has been crowned Miss Super Model International USA and will compete in Thailand Oct. 18–24, 2026. Her bid brings together a modeling career, major service work…
Smile Zemi adds handwriting practice to U.S. word study lessons
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Smile Zemi is rolling out a new handwriting feature on Aug. 20 for U.S. elementary students, pairing spoken words with writing on its tablet.
Shoes That Fit launches back-to-school shoe drive for students nationwide
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Shoes That Fit has opened its annual Back to School campaign to provide new athletic shoes to children across the U.S., with donations matched up to $45,000 through Sept. 11. The effort aims to help students start school with confidence, comfort…
White paper warns of U.S. education flatline as AI changes workforce needs
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A new white paper from educator and business leader James Prendamano argues that American schools have seen decades of stalled reading and math performance just as AI is reshaping entry-level jobs.
National Fund adds $6.5M for Native language immersion in BIE schools
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The National Fund for Excellence in American Indian Education announced $6.5 million in new funding for nine Bureau of Indian Education schools on Sept. 3, 2026. The money will expand Native language immersion, teacher pipelines and family…
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