Queens high school investigated for promoting students who are struggling in math
Concerns Raised Over Grading Practices at Flushing High School Something feels off. Allegations have surfaced that mathematics teachers at a Queens high school have been compelled to pass failing students, including those who habitually skip classes. This situation is now under investigation by the city’s Department of Education. Flushing High School is being scrutinized due […]
Students claim transgender athlete involved in Supreme Court case committed aggressive sexual harassment.
Recent reports indicate that two high school female athletes have accused a transgender student central to a Supreme Court case regarding trans participation in women’s sports of severe sexual harassment and intimidation. Adelia Cross, a student at Bridgeport High School in West Virginia, claims that a transgender athlete, assigned male at birth, made inappropriate comments […]
UC Berkeley students receive the highest support for mental health disabilities.
More UC Berkeley Students Seeking Disability Accommodations Recent data from the University of California, Berkeley indicates that a larger proportion of students are receiving disability accommodations for psychological and emotional conditions compared to other types of disabilities. Specifically, around 42 percent of students in the Disability Students Program (DSP) are classified under psychological or emotional […]
Educator worried about students’ missing skills
Are Children Today Doomed? A middle school teacher from Dallas recently voiced her concerns online about her eighth-grade students’ struggles with reading comprehension and problem-solving abilities. “Honestly, I’m at a loss for how these kids ended up like this,” said Mr. L., reflecting on the challenges faced by his 110 students. “Only two are reading […]
Revitalization of higher education brings optimism as students resist in 2025
As we near the end of this year, it’s easy to feel a sense of disappointment. There’s been plenty to ruminate on, especially with the unrest on campuses and the rising ideological divisions at some top universities. However, as a university president, I view this season of Christmas—a time for reflection, renewal, and, yes, hope—as […]
School credit recovery programs are reportedly being misused for racial equity, further disadvantaging students.
Concerns Over Credit Recovery Programs in Education There’s growing concern that educational programs aimed at helping students recover from setbacks are being manipulated by advocates for racial equity, enabling some students to raise their grades with minimal effort. Credit recovery typically allows high school students another chance to learn a subject outside regular class hours, […]
Harvard Prefers Students Not to Explore University Links to Epstein
Harvard Investigates Students Over Epstein Video Harvard University is looking into at least two students for bringing attention to former president Larry Summers’ ties with convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. According to The New York Times, the inquiry began after Summers shared a video where he discussed his relationship with Epstein in a Harvard lecture hall. […]
College students in New York create a furry club as part of a growing national movement
New “Furry” Club Approved at SUNY Plattsburgh A student government at a New York university has recently approved a new “furry” club, adding to a trend of similar groups emerging at colleges nationwide. The furry fandom is a unique subculture where individuals enjoy expressing themselves through anthropomorphic animal characters. It includes a diverse array of […]
“Criminal activity hub”: Trump administration calls for Walz to step down due to ‘ghost students’ fraud scheme
Scams on the Rise in Minnesota Minnesota has gained a reputation for being a hotspot for scammers, particularly those from Somalia. While this problem isn’t new, many of the individuals involved have been somewhat elusive. Recently, the Trump administration has taken a closer look at the extent of this fraud under the leadership of Democratic-Farmer-Labor […]
Purdue University introduces AI skills requirement for all undergraduate students
Purdue University Introduces AI Competency Requirement for Undergraduates Purdue University has declared a new requirement for all undergraduate students at its main campuses in Indianapolis and West Lafayette. Beginning in 2026, students will need to complete an “AI practical competency” as part of their degree. Purdue President Moon Chan emphasized the urgency of this move, […]