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Mar 22 2024
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Micalyn Trihus, a Bemidji State University student from Blooming Prairie, shared the results of her undergraduate research at the Red River Valley Association of the American Chemical Society Conference held on the BSU campus in February 2024. Trihus, majoring in biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology and pre-physician assistant, shared the poster project, “Biochemical Characterization
Austin Daily HeraldMay 02 2024
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Bidens honor educators at first-ever Teachers of the Year State Dinner
First lady Jill Biden hosted fellow educators at the first-ever "Teachers of the Year" State Dinner at the White House on Thursday evening.
The big picture: The Bidens invited more than 50 educators from across the U.S. to the White House for the dinner that recognized the guests' commitments to students' learning.
AxiosMay 02 2024
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Governor declares state of emergency for West Virginia's higher education system
NPR Fact CheckMay 07 2024
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Stronger Together Community Engagement Expo in Wilmette promotes education for gun violence prevention
The first Stronger Together Community Engagement Expo on May 4 in Wilmette at the Wilmette Public Library drew patrons to a 90 minute opportunity and conversation starter. The downstairs auditorium accommodated tables staffed by representatives of local organizations including the League of Women Voters Wilmette, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense New Trier Township and the YWCA Evanston/North
Chicago TribuneMay 07 2024
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Ferris High educator is selected Jersey City school district 2024 Teacher of the Year
It’s not what they learn, says Ferris High School world language teacher Susana Teira-Vizcaya. It’s what they do with it.
“As a teacher, I feel I must prepare my students for their post-secondary journey, whether it is trade school, university, or employment,” said the Jersey City school district 2024 Teacher of the Year. “I take great pride when my students inform me of the knowledge
nj.comApr 24 2024
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Maryland’s education mandate is a blueprint for disaster; dangers of tianeptine
Recent polling indicates a broad-based endorsement of Maryland’s Blueprint for the Future, but beneath the surface, questions and concerns about this ambitious plan are mounting. The Blueprint, designed to revamp Maryland’s education system, holds appeal in its promise to improve public education. The issue, however, isn’t with the idea of better education; who doesn’t want that? The real
Baltimore SunMay 04 2024
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Empowering tomorrow's educators and enabling NM's future with Golden Apple Scholar program
Quality teachers are the backbone of a strong education system, and their impact ripples through generations. In New Mexico, where educational diversity mirrors the state's stunning landscapes, initiatives like the Golden Apple Foundation for Excellence in Teaching stand out as a beacon of hope for future generations, providing pathways to equitable education. The Golden Apple Foundation for
Yahoo NewsApr 27 2024
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Oklahoma higher education officials take free speech training
A traveling campus preacher at the University of Central Oklahoma wearing a hate-filled sign and yelling at students. Competing protests about Palestine and Israel at the University of Oklahoma. Hecklers trying to shout down an appearance by State Superintendent Ryan Walters at Oklahoma State University. Those are just a few examples of recent events on Oklahoma college campuses covered by
Tulsa WorldApr 08 2024
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New federal funding aims to help education nonprofit support, bolster Maine's educator workforce
The $525k grant, announced by Sen. Angus King, will allow the nonprofit to create and develop its Teach Maine Center to better connect teachers across Maine. AUGUSTA, Maine — As the nation, and Maine, continue to deal with an ongoing educator shortage, newly secured funding will support new initiatives with goals of supporting teachers in all Maine's counties. Educate Maine, a nonprofit that
News Center MaineApr 30 2024
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New Ky. Education Commissioner calls for opportunity for students, ‘revival’ for teachers
Kentucky’s new Education Commissioner wants more opportunities for students and an innovative accountability system that impacts daily instruction and takes into account “what the community values.” Robbie Fletcher, who spoke to reporters Monday in his first news conference since lawmakers confirmed his appointment earlier this month under a new state law, also wants “a revival” of
Lexington Herald-Leader