The U.S. Supreme Court has chosen not to review a case concerning bias-reporting policies at educational institutions, particularly focusing on Indiana University’s approach. These policies aim to create a safe learning environment but have faced criticism from conservative groups, which argue they may lead to self-censorship among students. Justice Clarence Thomas expressed concerns, stating, “Common…

The 1.8m-member American Federation of Teachers has publicly called on major asset managers including Blackrock, Fidelity Investments and State Street to carry out a review of Tesla’s valuation, with the union’s head, Randi Weingarten, saying Tesla’s “latest financial disclosures should raise alarms”. Ms. Weingarten says that her focus is on “safeguarding workers’ retirements”, and warns…

Nearly half of U.S. states provide financial assistance or in-state tuition for undocumented students, according to the Higher Ed Immigration Portal from the Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration. However, recent federal immigration policy changes have led to states like Florida rescinding these benefits, potentially increasing tuition costs for undocumented students significantly. Gaby Pacheco,…

Parents and students are voicing their concerns as Jeffco Public Schools proposes closing Jefferson Jr./Sr. High School due to declining enrollment and sustainability issues. The district has suggested two options for a potential reopening in 2027, but many community members feel unheard and frustrated. Delia Pacheco, a parent, expressed that the decision reflects a pattern…

A U.S. educational technology company has filed a lawsuit against Alphabet’s Google, arguing that the company is eroding demand for original content and undermining publishers’ ability to compete with its artificial intelligence-generated overviews. Chegg, which offers textbook rentals, homework help, and tutoring, says that Google is co-opting publishers’ content in order to keep users on…

The 2025 School Bus Fleet survey highlights significant trends in school bus maintenance for the 2024-25 school year. Notably, propane usage surged by 46%, indicating a shift towards alternative fuels. The average age of fleet buses has decreased to 8.3 years, the youngest in 15 years, while the average retirement age has also dropped. The…