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rewrite the main part of BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — On Thursday, U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona meet with 10 leaders at the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute to discuss any needs and concerns the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in Alabama have. In 2022, the Biden administration gave $2.7 billion dollars to HBCUs through the American Rescue Plan, but …

rewrite the main part of Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief:  A trio of senators urged Education Secretary Miguel Cardona this week to help end legacy and donor preferences in admissions.  Sens. Edward Markey and Elizabeth Warren, both Democrats from Massachusetts, and Sen. Bernie Sanders, an …

Top 20 Online Degrees That Will Make You a Hot Commodity Top 20 Online Degrees That Will Make You a Hot Commodity The Rise of Online Education In this digital era, online education has become a convenient and flexible option for many eager learners. With the rising popularity of distance learning programs, it’s essential to choose the right degree to …

The ACLU and First Amendment Attorneys Pressure Department to Back Down After pressure from the ACLU and First Amendment attorneys, the Department of Education has decided to pull back on its efforts to limit court testimony from a professor. The move, which was first reported by POLITICO, was seen as a victory for free speech rights. Importance of the Department’s …

Heading Back to School: Planning for the Future with The Education Plan® 529 Santa Fe, NM, Aug. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As students and families prepare to head back to school, it’s an ideal time to start planning for future education costs. The Education Plan® 529 education savings plan offers families a way to start saving early and build …

Schools Struggling with Shortage of Special Education Teachers Schools across the United States are facing a significant shortage of special education teachers, leading to a reduction in services for students with disabilities. As the new school year begins, the vast majority of states are reporting a lack of staff in special education, forcing districts to limit services and reassign students …

10 Creative Hacks to Ace Student Life and Beyond 10 Creative Hacks to Ace Student Life and Beyond Hack #1: Embrace a Growth Mindset Approach each challenge with curiosity and a willingness to learn. Adopting a growth mindset will help you overcome obstacles and unlock your full potential as a student and future professional. Hack #2: Create a Personalized Study …

Roanoke City Schools students benefit from new machining technology Roanoke City Schools students interested in machining have some new technology to work with. Virginia Western Community College has moved its machining program and equipment to the campus of Roanoke City Public Schools’ Roanoke Technical Education Center (ROTEC). Enhanced course offerings for K-12 students The movement of this program will enhance …

“Our Research-Proven Tutoring Approach for Student Success” Cignition, a virtual tutoring platform, is partnering with the Ohio Department of Education through the Future Forward Ohio initiative to provide high-dosage tutoring programs for K-12 schools. This collaborative learning-based approach aims to help students achieve deep understanding and skill, preparing them for current and future classroom learning and the workplace of tomorrow. …

The Reflector In the midst of the first fall big game hunting season, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is reminding hunters about the upcoming deadline to complete mandatory hunter education courses. The WDFW hunter education section manager, Dave Whipple, emphasized the importance of not delaying the completion of the hunter education course. He stated, “Our fall course …