The Green Bay Area Public School District is contemplating a pilot program to implement weapons detection systems in its high schools. The proposal, set for discussion at the School Board meeting on December 22, aims to rotate detectors among the four major high schools. Superintendent Vicki Bayer emphasized that while these detectors could enhance safety,…

In Chandler, Arizona, Hamilton High School has launched a two-year career and technical education (CTE) program focused on semiconductor manufacturing, responding to the growing workforce demands in the industry. Senior Alina Kiselev, who enrolled in the program, expressed her curiosity about semiconductors, stating: “I used to think [the semiconductor industry] was all about the people…

A federal appeals court has denied the Trump administration’s request to block the release of millions in grants aimed at addressing the shortage of mental health workers in schools. These grants, established by Congress following the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, are intended to help schools hire more counselors, psychologists, and social workers, particularly…

School districts face significant challenges in aligning financial and academic goals due to barriers such as short-term thinking, siloed decision-making, and staff turnover. According to the EdWeek Research Center report, which surveyed 223 educators, 71% identified federal funding uncertainty as a major obstacle. The report outlines six actionable steps for districts, including adopting outcomes-based contracts…

The abrupt termination of federal grants for school mental health services has left many initiatives in jeopardy. Ian Levy, an assistant professor of school counseling at Rutgers University, expressed disappointment, commenting: “The grant funding would have ended in five years, but the work of the grant would have lived well beyond the period.” The U.S….

In a recent meeting, Newark students presented their research on pressing school infrastructure issues, including inadequate heating and mental health stigmas, to the school board. Cidell Torto, a junior at Science Park High School, emphasized the need for spaces where students can “take a breather.” The Youth Power Action Coalition, organized by the Gem Project,…