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abcnews.go.comScott Remer Coaches Elite Spellers at $180 per Hour
Scott Remer works as the only full-time professional spelling bee coach in the United States. He charges up to $180 per hour and has trained five national champions.
thenation.comCuba Students Face Power Cuts During Remote Classes
Frequent electricity outages in Cuba are interrupting university coursework and forcing students to complete assignments during brief windows when power returns. The blackouts have lasted up to 15 hours at a time in Havana.
South China Morning PostXi Jinping Sends Letter to Hong Kong Student on China-U.S. Youth Exchanges
Chinese President Xi Jinping wrote to a student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong about youth contributions to cultural exchanges. The university announced the letter on Friday after the student shared program experiences.
foxnews.comCampus Israel Platform Offers English Degree Programs to Jewish Students Abroad
Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, special envoy for trade innovation at Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, launched Campus Israel to connect foreign Jewish students with English-language university programs in Israel. The platform provides application support, internships, and community se…
nypost.comKenyan Police Arrest Eight Students After School Fire Kills 16
Authorities arrested eight female students on suspicion of arson following a dormitory blaze at Utumishi Girls School in central Kenya that killed 16 children and injured 79 others. The motive remains under investigation as officials review CCTV footage and interview witnesses.
marketwatch.comAdministration proposes easing merger rules for schools
The administration is considering changes to merger guidelines that would apply to educational institutions. The move would affect how private equity firms pursue acquisitions in the sector.
nypost.comKenya Police Arrest Eight Students Over School Fire That Killed 16
Police in Kenya have arrested eight students suspected of planning and carrying out an arson attack at Utumishi Girls Senior Secondary School that killed 16 pupils. The blaze broke out early Thursday in a dormitory housing 135 bunk beds in Gilgil, about 120 km northwest of Nairob…
propublica.orgAlaska Lawmakers Triple School Construction Funding to $148 Million
State budget increased school construction and maintenance funds after reporting by KYUK, ProPublica and NPR. The new amount remains below total repair needs identified by state assessments.
Le MondeFrench Schools Report Overheated Classrooms During May Heatwave
Schools across France recorded high indoor temperatures on May 28, 2026. Teachers described students experiencing headaches and fatigue while local authorities and the Education Ministry received criticism for prior building upgrades.
propublica.orgHistorian Describes Homeschooling as Longstanding American Practice
An article published May 29, 2026, traces in-home education from the nation's founding through the present. The piece cites examples from the 18th and 19th centuries and notes the author's ongoing research on the topic.
Western Australia Forms Taskforce to Address Mouse Infestations in Regional Schools
Western Australian regional schools have reinstated pandemic-era cleaning protocols amid a months-long mouse plague. The state Education Department established a taskforce this week to coordinate responses, while principals report ongoing difficulties obtaining cleaning services…
winnipegfreepress.comKenya Officials Identify Seven of 16 Victims in Utumishi Girls Academy Fire
Investigators in Nakuru County have confirmed seven of the 16 students killed in a dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. The remaining victims will be identified through DNA testing.
nypost.comVirginia high school graduation disrupted by spectator fight
A spectator attacked a student during a graduation ceremony at an unidentified Virginia high school. Police arrested a 20-year-old man and charged him with disorderly conduct and damage to private property.
jns.orgLawsuit Filed Against Hebrew Union College Over Cincinnati Campus Closure
A lawsuit alleges Hebrew Union College violated Ohio nonprofit law and misled donors by closing its historic Cincinnati campus. The school stated it is responding to the suit.
yna.co.krExecutives Discuss Communication Skills During AI Workforce Changes
Business leaders including Warren Buffett, Jeff Bezos, and Jamie Dimon have stressed the value of verbal and written communication for career success. An April survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers ranked these skills highest on employer wish lists for new…
thequint.comForbes Asia Names 18 Researchers and Founders to 2026 30 Under 30 Healthcare and Science List
The annual list recognizes scientists and entrepreneurs under age 30 working on brain-computer interfaces, artificial life research, and AI tools for medicine. Eighteen individuals from multiple Asian countries and the United States are included.
winespectator.com12-Year-Old Sag Harbor Boy Dies in Pennsylvania Rafting Accident
A sixth grader from Pierson Middle School drowned Wednesday during an annual class rafting trip on the Lehigh River. The Carbon County Coroner’s Office confirmed the cause of death as drowning after the raft capsized.
nypost.comScripps National Spelling Bee Finals Air Tonight on ION Television
Nine spellers under age 15 will compete for the Scripps Cup and a $50,000 prize at 8 p.m. ET. The event will be broadcast on ION Television and available through live TV streaming services.
brobible.comWisconsin High School Fires Social Studies Teacher Over Online Post
A Wisconsin high school dismissed a social studies teacher after the teacher posted a public message about presidential assassins. The post appeared days after an attempt on a president's life at a correspondents' dinner.
foxnews.comColonial Colleges Supported Crown During Revolution
Historical accounts show that Harvard, Yale, and other colonial colleges largely remained loyal to the British crown rather than fostering revolutionary activity when the Revolutionary War began.
The Sydney Morning HeraldNSW Study Finds School Resilience Programs Show No Effect on Teen Health Habits
A New South Wales Health study tracked more than 2,000 public and Catholic high school students and found no measurable difference in fruit, vegetable intake or physical activity after three years of resilience training. Schools that received the programs and extra funding perfor…
NewsweekChina Expands AI Use in Schools as Platform Plans U.S. Entry
A Chinese AI learning platform reports more than 10 million students enrolled and projects a widening education gap within five years. The company plans to open its first U.S. learning center this summer.
propublica.orgWrite-in candidate launches pencil campaign for Oregon governor
J. Schuberth has started a write-in campaign using a pencil symbol to highlight Oregon's fourth-grade reading scores. State data show Oregon ranked last nationally on adjusted NAEP reading results even as education spending rose over the past decade.
680news.comSpelling Bee Semifinalists Use Different Study Methods Ahead of Finals
Two semifinalists in the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee follow contrasting preparation approaches. One works with coaches and studies language patterns while the other relies solely on the dictionary.
CNN Host Addresses Bard College Graduates on Artificial Intelligence
Fareed Zakaria told graduates that questions about what work will remain for humans may overlook distinctive human capabilities. He contrasted the efficiency of the human brain with the power demands of AI systems.
Michigan Arts Camp to Demolish Lodge Formerly Named for Jeffrey Epstein
The Interlochen Center for the Arts will tear down the Green Lake Lodge, which once carried Epstein's name. The school received more than $400,000 in donations from him between 1990 and 2003.
The FederalistWatchdog Reports Government Payments to Southern Poverty Law Center for School Materials
OpenTheBooks documented at least $3.85 million in payments to the Southern Poverty Law Center from public entities since 2016. The funds supported teaching materials in schools across multiple states.
680news.comPrince William Describes Morning School Run on Heart Radio
Prince William discussed the logistics of taking his three children to Lambrook School during a radio interview. He mentioned jam sandwiches, guitar lessons, and sibling disagreements during the drive.
bbc.co.ukTreasury Inquiry Examines Student Loan Terms in England
A Treasury review is assessing repayment conditions for student loans issued in England. The inquiry focuses on whether current plan terms are reasonable for borrowers.
SemaforPoll Finds Most K-12 Teachers Lack Formal AI Guidance
A new poll shows only 18 percent of K-12 teachers have received formal guidance on using AI tools. Nearly half received informal guidance and 34 percent received none.
Fox NewsHegseth Addresses West Point Graduates on Military Standards
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth delivered the commencement address at the United States Military Academy. The speech addressed recruitment standards and training practices at the academy.
rediff.comIsrael Posts Muslim Population Education Statistics on Social Media
The State of Israel's official Arabic-language X account shared education data for the country's Muslim population on Tuesday. The post cited the Central Bureau of Statistics and marked the Islamic holiday of Eid al-Adha.
usmagazine.comAMS Opens Nellis Campus and Names Dr. Andrea Tee Founding Principal
AMS opened its new Nellis Campus in Las Vegas on May 26, 2026. The charter school also appointed Dr. Andrea Tee as founding principal and announced partnerships with two local organizations.
nationalpost.comLos Angeles Schools Set New Limits on Student Device Use
The Los Angeles Unified School District will stop issuing devices to students before second grade and impose daily screen-time caps starting this fall. The policy also blocks YouTube on school devices and bans device use during lunch and recess.
en.antaranews.comEducation minister dismisses official over release of national test scores
The education minister removed the director general of the National Authority for Measurement and Evaluation in Education after the official published student results from national standardized tests. The action followed the public release of the data.
prnewswire.comNational Spelling Bee Moves to Constitution Hall in Washington
The Scripps National Spelling Bee relocated this year from a suburban Maryland convention center to Constitution Hall. Spellers and families noted both the venue's historic setting and added logistical challenges.
New York PostSouthern California Teacher Arrested on Lewd Acts Charges With Student
A Riverside County teacher was booked into jail Friday on charges of sending harmful material to a juvenile, oral copulation and digital penetration. The alleged incidents occurred between 2017 and 2018 at a Moreno Valley charter school.
The Sydney Morning HeraldAustralian Students Record Lowest Digital Literacy Scores in 20 Years
A national assessment found that half of Year 6 students and 37 per cent of Year 10 students met ICT literacy standards in 2025. The results come despite near-universal access to computers and tablets at home.
eonline.comJeff Bezos Compares Amazon Operations to New York City Schools
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said on May 20 that running Amazon like New York City schools would result in six-week package delivery, a $100 fee, and incorrect items. He made the remarks during a CNBC interview discussing taxes and government spending.
pbs.orgIndiana university agrees to $225,000 settlement over firing tied to Kirk post
A former Ball State University employee will receive $225,000 after suing over her termination for a private Facebook comment about Charlie Kirk. The American Civil Liberties Union announced the agreement on Tuesday.
Just the NewsBall State University Settles Lawsuit Over Firing Tied to Charlie Kirk Post
A former Ball State University employee will receive $225,000 to settle a federal lawsuit alleging her termination violated free-speech rights. The American Civil Liberties Union filed the case last year on behalf of Suzanne Swierc.
nationalpost.comSenegalese Official Elected Ambassador of Peking University Scholarship Cohort
Habibou Dia won election as ambassador of the DongFang Scholarship Program cohort at Peking University. Representatives from 58 countries participated in the vote.
nationalpost.comLos Angeles Schools Set New Limits on Classroom Screens
The Los Angeles Unified School District will stop issuing devices to students before second grade and impose daily screen limits starting in the fall. At least 14 states have proposed similar restrictions, and the federal government issued an advisory on youth screen use last wee…
South China Morning PostHong Kong Principal Filmed Arguing With Security Guards in Singapore
A video of a Hong Kong school principal arguing with two security guards in Singapore circulated online. Viewers offered differing interpretations of the recorded exchange.
vox.comProfessor Ronald Den Otter to Guest-Blog on Student Free Speech in Public Schools
Reason announced that Prof. Ronald Den Otter of Cal Poly will guest-blog this week about his new book on free speech rights for junior high and high school students. The book argues for stronger protections under the Tinker substantial disruption test.
South China Morning PostHong Kong Primary School to Merge With Neighbor After Enrollment Drop
Fresh Fish Traders School will combine with CCC Kei Tsun Primary School on September 1. The move follows a warning from education authorities two months earlier and the allocation of zero Primary One classes for the coming term.
Texas Mom Shares Video of Son at Kindergarten Graduation
A Texas mother posted video showing her six-year-old son displaying several stages of boredom while attending his kindergarten graduation ceremony. The clip circulated on social media without additional context or statements from school officials.
winnipegfreepress.comSchools Restrict Caffeine Pouches Over Similarity to Nicotine Products
Caffeine pouches containing 50-200 mg of caffeine are appearing in schools. Districts in Michigan and Kansas have banned the products, citing resemblance to nicotine pouches already prohibited on campuses.
jpost.comTel Hai Trustees Organize Cultural and Educational Events Across Israel
Programs led by Tel Hai Trustees promote culture, education, and local resilience in multiple communities. The initiatives run from the Galilee to other regions during a period described as challenging.
Cunnamulla State School Closed After Potential Mercury Exposure
Queensland authorities closed Cunnamulla State School on Tuesday while investigating reports that students brought a substance containing mercury to the campus. Several people were taken to hospital as a precaution and a building has been cordoned off.
New York PostGraduates Display Signs at CUNY Law Ceremony
Some graduates held signs and flags during a law-school graduation last week. The demonstration called for the school to divest and referenced events in Gaza.
foxnews.comIllinois School Shooting Plot Stopped After Relative Calls 911
A relative spotted a boy carrying a firearm and alerted authorities, leading to the interruption of a planned school shooting in Illinois. The Will County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the incident occurred on Friday.
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france24.comKenya Education Conference Endorses Unified School Management Structure
A national education conference held May 7-9, 2026, adopted resolutions to place primary and junior schools under single boards and leadership. The Ministry of Education released the resolutions after the event at Lake Naivasha Resort.
More than 20 Ontario high school teams race electric cars at Waterloo event
More than 20 teams competed Sunday in the annual Waterloo EV Challenge at the University of Waterloo. Students designed, built and raced single-seat electric vehicles on a campus course.
Nbc NewsTeachers assist students with prom preparations at Pennsylvania school
Special education staff at a Pennsylvania junior senior high school helped students prepare for prom. The assistance included support with attire and appearance for the event.
The Sydney Morning HeraldReport Urges Review of Year 12 Assignments Over AI Use
A new report from education research consultancy Learning First finds that 75 percent of surveyed teachers report student use of artificial intelligence for assessments. The study draws on data from 3400 teachers and 750 school leaders and recommends an immediate review of unsupe…
insurancejournal.comMississippi Creates Grant Program for Community College Degrees
A new state grant program will begin as a pilot to cover part of the cost for Mississippi residents seeking associate degrees or professional credentials at community colleges.
manilatimes.netHuntsville Center for Technology Opens $40 Million Training Facility
A new Alabama school offers 700 students industry-standard training in skilled trades. The facility partners with local manufacturers to address workforce shortages.
nypost.comBible Handout Held Outside Texas High School After February Quran Distribution
A table distributing Bibles, figurines and bracelets was set up outside Wylie East High School on Tuesday. The event followed a February table at the same school that gave students Qurans and pamphlets on Sharia law and hijabs.
finance.yahoo.comHong Kong Firm Launches AI-Based Chinese Language App
Hong Kong NSK IT Limited introduced C-Lingo on May 23, 2026. The platform uses artificial intelligence and a proprietary learning structure to deliver Chinese language instruction to users worldwide.