High school students all over the country face a common challenge – figuring out how to prepare for a future career. The increasing number of high-quality non-degree pathways adds to the complexity, making it difficult for students to choose the best route to acquire the foundational skills necessary for a successful and fulfilling career. Students … Read more
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have divergent views on education and the federal government’s role in shaping it. Today, voters will decide on a president and their educational agenda. Trump’s campaign promises include radical changes such as abolishing the Department of Education, withholding federal funding from states that protect transgender students, and advocating for school … Read more
In the bathroom of a lavish function room, US ambassador to the UK, Kate Wyler (Keri Russell), is struggling to remove her dress. She is eager to get out of the tight orange garment so she can change into a jacket and jeans and return to work. Frustrated by the intricate loops at the back … Read more
Bitcoin has experienced a surge of over 8% this week, almost reaching its all-time high on Tuesday. The original cryptocurrency surpassed $73,000 before seeing a slight decrease in gains on Wednesday as the crypto industry anticipates a victory for Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. Optimistic crypto enthusiasts are forecasting that Bitcoin will hit a new … Read more
Vita Coco Company (COCO), a prominent player in the beverage industry, has recently achieved a new 52-week high, with its stock price surging to $31.44. This milestone reflects a significant upward trend for the company, as its stock value has increased by 12.18% over the past year. Investors have shown growing confidence in Vita Coco’s … Read more
Reddit Inc. experienced a significant increase in its shares, rising by as much as 22% during after-hours trading on Tuesday following the company’s impressive sales and forecast that exceeded analyst expectations. Since its initial public offering in March, the social network operator reported sales of $348.4 million for the quarter ending in September, surpassing the … Read more
The New York Times recently published a guest column by an English teacher advocating for high school students to take on less in order to achieve better results. However, responses from students at three schools on October 10 highlighted the prevalent issue of stress and overscheduling. While the intention behind the call to reduce expectations … Read more
TINLEY PARK, Ill.— Lauren Brazel of Tinley Park High School near Chicago is the 2024 Grand Prize winner of the national teacher recognition program, Heroes of the Classroom, presented by Kleenex®. Heroes of the Classroom — commemorating 100 years of strength with Kleenex Brand Tissues — recognizes K-12 teachers for their hard work, resilience, and … Read more
A new study conducted by ACT has revealed significant changes in how high school grade point average (HSGPA) and ACT Composite scores predict first-year college performance during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research shows that while the predictive power of HSGPA has decreased since 2020, ACT Composite scores remain a reliable indicator of students’ early college … Read more
BBC reports that President Salome Zourabichvili, a pro-Western leader, expressed confidence that the current election in Georgia would lead to the future that all Georgians have been praying for. This election is seen as a crucial moment in deciding whether to end 12 years of authoritarian rule and push towards joining the European Union. The … Read more