• Fort Hayes students honor military past

    Fort Hayes students honor military past

    The Fort Hayes campus in Columbus has a rich military history dating back to the Civil War, serving as a U.S. arsenal and later as a training facility through various wars. Today, students actively engage in preserving this legacy through the Fort Hayes Historical Society, which recently unveiled a museum exhibit. Senior Jaden Lanier emphasized…

  • Pope Francis says schools must do more to combat bullying

    Pope Francis says schools must do more to combat bullying

    Pope Francis has addressed around 2,000 Italian educators and parents at the Vatican, warning that bullying in schools “prepares students for war, not peace.” He urged the audience to combat bullying both in educational settings and at home, highlighting the importance of fostering peace through education. The pontiff praised efforts to promote peace in schools,…

  • Drone drama at Hobart Elementary

    Drone drama at Hobart Elementary

    During the construction of Hobart’s Veterans Elementary, teacher Greg Crouch piloted a drone to document the process. Crouch stated: “I wanted to get a wide shot,” but his drone attracted the attention of a neighbor who called the police. Upon arrival, officers were shown Crouch’s commercial drone license, highlighting the growing use of drones in…

  • Carter’s legacy: Education Department established

    Carter’s legacy: Education Department established

    Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president, passed away at age 100 on December 29, 2024. He is remembered for establishing the U.S. Department of Education, a promise he made during his 1976 campaign. “The best move for the quality of life in America in the future might very well be this establishment of this new…

  • Cellphones in schools: 2024’s top challenges and solutions

    Cellphones in schools: 2024’s top challenges and solutions

    Cellphones remain a top concern for educators in 2024, as teachers and principals grapple with their disruptive impact on student learning, sleep, and mental health. Education Week’s coverage highlighted the behavioral issues tied to cellphones, including unauthorized photo-taking, recording fights, and engaging in social media-driven dares. State policymakers have started addressing this challenge, creating policies…

  • Building trust, breaking silos: A principal’s approach to district-teacher relations

    Building trust, breaking silos: A principal’s approach to district-teacher relations

    Ian Knox, principal of Hamagrael Elementary School in New York, shares key strategies for school leaders to strengthen communication and collaboration between district offices and teachers. Based on his experiences, Knox emphasizes understanding the rationale behind district decisions, building trust across all levels, and assessing the impact of policy changes on teachers’ daily routines. He…