8 high-income skills you can learn without a degree
Gone are the days when a college degree was the only path to a high-paying career. In today’s digital-first, skill-driven world, it’s your expertise, adaptability, and ability to deliver results that matter most. Whether you’re a student looking to build your future or someone eager to pivot into a new field, there are numerous high-income […]
How top female district leaders get ready for back-to-school
Key points: Ready or not, the start of the new school year is just around the corner. As educators and administrators prepare to start the new year off strong, top former and current female district leaders share their go-to sources for advice, inspiration, and continued learning. Here’s a roundup of their top recommendations: If you […]
How Trump’s war on Harvard exposes a big MAGA scam targeting US student aid
Trump’s $3 billion Harvard threat hides deep GOP cuts to US education support President Donald Trump’s escalating campaign against Harvard University took a new turn over the weekend as he threatened to revoke billions in federal education grants. In a fiery statement, Trump declared his intent to strip Harvard of $3 billion in funding and […]
Beware beaches near river mouths: the air may not be fresh
This bird’s eye view shows the severely contaminated Adyar river flowing into the Bay of Bengal after cutting through Chennai’s Marina beach. Less than half a kilometre on either side, the river mouth is flanked by urban settlements. | Photo Credit: Google Earth Through history, human civilisations almost always erupted near bountiful rivers. The waters […]
Confronting chronic absenteeism
Key points: Across the country, teachers and education leaders continue to fight rising rates of student absences. Curbing chronic absenteeism among students is particularly in the post-pandemic era as educators strive to close persistent learning gaps. Students who are consistently absent miss much more than academics–they also miss key social interactions and supports that are […]
New AI-driven platform helps professionals enhance workplace communication and leadership skills
AI and human expertise combine in Udemy’s Role Play for personalised soft skills coaching. (AI Image) Udemy, a platform focused on reskilling professionals through technology, has introduced Role Play, an AI-powered tool designed to help individuals develop essential soft skills. Through interactive simulations, learners can engage in realistic business scenarios to practise communication, leadership, and […]
Building meaningful school-home connections to boost attendance
Key points: In my role as Assistant Director of Student Services, I’ve learned that the most crucial factor in improving student attendance isn’t about policies or procedures–it’s about connections. Our district serves a diverse community of hardworking families, including many newcomer families. We’ve faced our share of challenges, especially in the wake of the COVID-19 […]
Chinese students ‘angry and anxious’ as US announces visa cuts affecting top universities
Chinese students in US face growing fear as visa revocations target top universities. (AI Image) Chinese students in the United States are reeling from the announcement by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that some student visas will be revoked, specifically targeting those in “critical fields” and individuals with alleged ties to the Chinese Communist […]
How do you boost school attendance? In RI, with public rankings and Oprah-style giveaways
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. When crossing a busy street kept a child from catching the bus, George J. West Elementary School Principal Lisa Vargas-Sinapi had a practical solution: Let’s move the bus stop. When kids are sick, they’re offered appointments at the school’s health clinic. […]
APSC JE Recruitment 2025: Exam schedule announced, hall tickets releasing on this date
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has officially released the schedule for the upcoming Junior Engineer (Civil) examination for recruitment into the Public Works Roads Department (PWRD) and Public Works (Building & NH) Department. As per the schedule released, the exam will be conducted on June 29, 2025. Registered candidates will be able to download […]