Being smart isn’t enough: Here’s how Bill Gates says students can truly thrive
Though he famously dropped out of Harvard, Bill Gates remains one of the most vocal advocates for education. In 2018, the Microsoft co-founder shared advice on his Instagram that goes beyond grades and exams. Success, he suggests, is not measured by intelligence alone. How students navigate relationships and recognise different kinds of talent, he argues, […]
The move from principal to district leader was fraught–here’s what I missed the most
This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. I didn’t expect to grieve. I knew taking a central office role meant trading the school building for a district badge. I knew the days would be filled with policy, meetings, and personnel issues. What I didn’t know was how much […]
Over 60,000 youngsters appointed by forest, health department, says MP CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that youths have been appointed for approximately 60,000 positions by the Forest Department and the Public Health & Medical Education Department on Friday.“Youngsters were appointed to various posts by the forest and health departments today… We have completed appointments across over 60,000 posts, and slowly, we will fill […]
Sowing the seeds of change with AI
Aryan hails from Kota, Rajasthan — a city known as the hub of competitive exams. Yet, unlike most students aiming for IIT or medical entrances, his path was different. “Growing up in Kota, you’re constantly surrounded by an intense focus on competitive exams. While I respect that path, my curiosity was always pulling me in […]
6 steps to transforming parent engagement, one message at a time
Key points: When you open the doors to a brand-new school, you’re not just filling classrooms, you’re building a community from the ground up. In August 2023, I opened our Pre-K through 4th grade school in Charlotte, North Carolina, to alleviate overcrowding at several East Charlotte campuses. As the founding principal, I knew that fostering […]
Assam DEE Teacher recruitment 2025: LP, UP final result out at dee.assam.gov.in; direct link to download here
Assam DEE Teacher recruitment 2025: The Directorate of Elementary Education (DEE), Assam has officially released the final results for the Teacher Recruitment 2025 for both Lower Primary (LP) and Upper Primary (UP) schools. Candidates who appeared for the recruitment process can now check their selection status on the official website at dee.assam.gov.in.The final list has […]
Report highlights growing movement to elevate student voice in school communications
Key points: As K-12 leaders look for ways to strengthen trust, engagement, and belonging, a growing number of districts are turning to a key partner in the work: their students. A new national report from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) and SchoolStatus reveals that districts that incorporate student voice into their communication strategies–through videos, messaging, and peer-created […]
US to deny visas over health conditions like diabetes and obesity: Does the rule apply to F-1 students?
The United States has introduced new guidance that could see foreign nationals denied visas or green cards on the basis of pre-existing chronic health conditions, including diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. While the move has been framed as an extension of the century-old “public charge” rule, its potential impact on international students, particularly those on […]
Mumbai-led team helps reveal mysterious twin rings around galaxy
Imagine you’re playing football on a large, grassy ground. The game ends and you take a break, and that’s when you notice a coin you’d had in your pocket fell out somewhere. If you set out trying to find it by yourself, you’ll take a long time and you probably won’t even succeed. But if […]
Growing AI use in school PR leads to roadmap for responsible use
This press release originally appeared online. Key points: A new collaborative report from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) and engagement platform ThoughtExchange reveals a swift rise in the use of AI in K-12 communication and provides guidance for its effective, ethical use in public schools. Future-Proofing K-12 Communications: School PR Strategies in the […]