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Free bus fare for students prompts discussion on whether Detroit has enough welcoming spaces for youth
1+ hour, 27+ min ago (299+ words) Chalkbeat's journalism is made possible by our sponsors. Interested in becoming one? Reach out here. Hello! I'm Lori Higgins for Chalkbeat Detroit, here with your morning roundup of education news. The city's new program providing free bus service for Detroit…...
VU in Top 4 in Australia for Employer Satisfaction
9+ hour, 58+ min ago (322+ words) According to the latest Employer Satisfaction Survey (2025), a national survey commissioned by the Australian Department of Education, VU graduates achieved 87. 5% in overall employer satisfaction, more than three points above the national average of 84. 2%. Employers of VU graduates reported strong satisfaction…...
DBE calls for public input on draft new history curriculum
5+ hour, 57+ min ago (556+ words) Updated April 10, 2026, 8: 31 a. m. | By Mmangaliso Khumalo The Department of Basic Education is seeking public comments on its draft History Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statements (CAPS) for Grades 4 to 12, as part of an ongoing nationwide curriculum review. The draft was published under…...
USAA, United Through Reading to distribute 10, 000 literacy kits to military families
7+ hour, 52+ min ago (137+ words) WOAI SAN ANTONIO - Military families will receive 10, 000 literacy kits this month through a partnership between USAA and United Through Reading. Each kit includes a children's book, bookmarks and handwritten messages of encouragement. The effort involves all of USAA's campuses, including…...
Commentary: SC's academic library network expands student access, saves money
15+ hour, 13+ min ago (188+ words) Every college student in South Carolina "whether at a large university or a small rural college "depends on access to high-quality academic resources. And our students get that thanks to the Partnership Among South Carolina Academic Libraries. PASCAL is also…...
Free job support available to Oregonians meeting SNAP work requirements
17+ hour, 37+ min ago (296+ words) Established as The Skamokawa Eagle in 1891 Free employment and training services are available to Oregonians receiving food assistance and needing to meet new work requirements imposed by the Trump administration. The Oregon Department of Human Services and the Oregon Employment…...
Boomerang Jobs: Workers Split on Whether Returning to a Former Employer Is Smart, Safe, or a Step Backward
17+ hour, 30+ min ago (272+ words) According to a new My Perfect Resume report, 55% of workers say returning to a former employer is a smart career move, but 37% see it as "playing it safe." Returning to a former employer may be common enough to earn its…...
How much do Austin-area superintendents make? Salary and perks by school district
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (660+ words) Public school superintendents are often the highest paid employees in their district. They frequently manage thousands of employees and multi-million dollar budgets. Salaries below six figures are a rarity, while the average teacher's salary is $63, 751, according to the Texas Education…...
Waskom ISD officials detail $35 million bond proposal
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (424+ words) Published 5: 43 am Thursday, April 9, 2026 WASKOM " Waskom ISD leaders welcomed community members to a town hall event this week about the district's proposed $35 million bond measure. The proposal will appear on the May ballot. Former Superintendent Chris Guastella, who was killed…...
Arizona's Public Universities Smuggle DEI into Required American Civics Courses
22+ hour ago (317+ words) Arizona's public universities claim they are abiding by state requirements and providing students with a robust education in American history, the principles of our constitutional republic, and basic economics. Students at Arizona public universities deserve a serious education in the…...