A Mo. district reinstitutes spanking if parents are OK
Corporal punishment is allowed in 19 states, Missouri being one of them; not everyone thinks its use is a good idea.
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Massive ransomware attack hits L.A. Unified
Los Angeles USD experienced a huge cyberattack last weekend, but quick action on the part of I/T prevented worse consequences.
Seattle teachers strike over class size, pay
A teachers' strike in Seattle has led to three non-school days for students and a debate over class sizes and workloads.
Another Fla. district joins suit against JUUL Labs
1,300+ school districts have joined a public nuisance suit against JUUL Labs Inc, makers of vaping products.
Queen Elizabeth II, 96, has died
Great Britain's longest-serving monarch, QE II, died Thursday at the age of 96. King Charles III will succeed her.
McHenry students accompany vets on honor flight
It was an honor for McHenry Comm HS students from IL to join vets from the area on an honor flight to Washington.
Long-term trend scores drop on Nation’s Report Card
Reading and math scores dropped on a national assessment's long-term trend assessment, showing some decline under remote learning.
District didn’t violate parent rights on gender identity
Parents have the right to raise their children, but school policies regarding gender identity generally don't violate parents' rights.
Baltimore student fatally shot after dispute
A student was shot at a northeast Baltimore high school Friday. The suspected shooter, from another school, is in custody.
A student’s thoughts on gun safety at school
Students are understandably concerned about the threat of violence at school, feeling dismay and hopelessness; help is available.