Harvard’s fallout shows: Where international students may go if the US shuts them out
As Harvard faces challenges, international students explore new countries for education. (AI Image) For decades, the US has been the world’s most popular destination for international students. According to US State Department data, the country currently hosts over 1.12 million international students, generating more than $50 billion annually. Harvard University, along with other top US […]
4 ways to avoid cybersecurity snake oil
When it comes to cybersecurity, you want to do right by your students, your schools, and your district–but it’s not that simple. The cybersecurity industry is massive, representing literally thousands of vendors in the United States alone, with the global cybersecurity market staged to grow to over $350B by 2026. The options are extensive and […]
How to build deep relationships with students
In order for students to actually learn, they need to feel engaged on a cognitive and emotional level. They also need to feel safe. Take a minute and think about that: students need to feel safe. The first step in students feeling safe in school is having a positive relationship with the adult who is […]
CIF changes eligibility criteria for state championships following Trump’s federal funding threat
California high school sports federation changes rules after Trump threatens federal funding cuts. (AI Image) The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) announced on May 25, 2025, that it would be altering its eligibility rules for the upcoming state track and field championships. This decision comes in the wake of a public threat from U.S. President Donald […]
E-rate spending reveals schools’ tech evolution
Schooling has changed in many ways in the last two years, but while remote learning, mask policies and increased federal spending in education have gotten lots of attention, another trend has gone nearly unnoticed. But thanks to the availability of detailed E-rate data, this sea change is now being recognized. E-rate is the federal government […]
Teacher burnout remains educators’ top concern
The majority of educators (71 percent) are worried about teacher burnout during the 2022-2023 school year, according to a national survey conducted by Lexia Learning, a Cambium Learning Group company. That concern is warranted; in a January 2022 National Education Association (NEA) survey, 90 percent of NEA members reported that feeling burned out was a serious […]
Telangana sanctions Rs 4,000 crore for 20 Young India Residential Schools, ET Education
The school education department issued a Government Order, sanctioning the amount following a proposal of the Telangana Education and Welfare Infrastructure Corporation. Hyderabad, The Telangana government on Tuesday sanctioned Rs 4,000 crore for the construction of 20 Young India Integrated Residential Schools. The school education department issued a Government Order, sanctioning the amount following a […]
Trump cuts all remaining federal contracts worth $100 million with Harvard: How does this impact students?
The Trump administration plans to cancel approximately $100 million in the remaining federal contracts with Harvard University, according to a draft letter obtained by The New York Times. The directive, issued by the General Services Administration (GSA), instructs agencies to review and terminate contracts that do not align with federal priorities and to avoid future […]
Why E-rate is critical for school technology access
Every year, schools and libraries have access to billions of dollars of funding through the FCC’s E-rate program. Unfortunately, many don’t take advantage, oftentimes because of confusion over who is eligible and what services are available. In this post I’ll break down the importance of E-rate, how it works, and the types of technologies it […]
How this eSN Hero Awards winner helps at-risk students turn their lives around
One of three eSN K-12 Hero Awards winners and nominated by Ripple Effects, Ann Hughes was selected for her dedication to struggling students and the innovative ways she helps these students succeed. The challenges that students face at Linda Tutt Learning Center in Sanger, Texas are tough. Ann Hughes is tougher. As she told the […]