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Covid closed the nation’s schools. Cleaner air can keep them open.

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Scientists and educators are searching for ways to improve air quality in the nation’s often dilapidated school buildings.

The back-to-school supply list—does it build enthusiasm or divide a classroom?

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Nathan Shute queued up with dozens of parents and children to pick out free backpacks, magic markers and school supplies. The Massachusetts parent is on a fixed income, he said.

Not just “messing with a robot”: Georgia school district brings AI into classrooms, starting in kindergarten

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The approach goes beyond robotics and computer science class. Teachers and students embrace artificial intelligence in nearly every subject taught, from English to art class. So far, the machines seem to be winning over students, parents and teachers, but there is still a lot to learn.

Texas takeover raises back-to-school anxiety for Houston students, parents and teachers

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The new state-installed superintendent, Mike Miles, said his message to teachers and parents is about hope as well as the need for dramatic change.

Schools scramble for scarce teachers as kids stream back to NC classrooms

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The number of teacher vacancies in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools—more than 500 as of last week—was big enough to grab attention. But the back-to-school scramble to find teachers isn’t limited to the state’s second-largest district.

Some teachers fault school administration, not housing, for ongoing staffing issues

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The school administration and School Committee have downplayed those concerns. But after the stress and behavioral fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, and a contentious and protracted negotiation over a new contract, there seems to be a growing disconnect between teachers and administration in Nantucket’s public schools.

Top Oklahoma school official warns ‘do not test me’ after forcing out Tulsa superintendent

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Citing lagging academic achievement, Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters threatened a state takeover of Tulsa Public Schools. He’s keeping that option on the table.

No easy fix exists for heat issues in PSD schools, superintendent, school board chair say

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It’s late August, and the start of another school year in Poudre School District, where 33 of the 54 school buildings don’t have air conditioning and security protocols prevent staff from opening most windows and all exterior doors to let in fresh air.

Philly schools will pay $300 a month to parents who drive their kids to school

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The School District of Philadelphia will pay parents $300 to drive their child to school instead of taking the bus. The program could help combat bus driver shortages.

Bronx-based paid internship gives undocumented high school students the ability to work

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Through the internship Beyond Rising, undocumented high school students in the Bronx have an opportunity to legally work in a growing environment. Without it, many of these students either get denied because of their status or don't apply. The program is through the nonprofit the Oyate Group and in partnership with Lehman College.

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