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NYC school cellphone ban ushers in shocking reality: Kids are talking to each other

Yahoo News - October 27, 2025

New York City schools report early success with the state’s new “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban, as teachers note fewer distractions and more student interaction. The policy is reshaping school culture, replacing screen time with real conversation and engagement.

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Tiny Indiana District With Online School Worth Millions Ordered To Close

Yahoo News - June 26, 2025

State legislators say they have put Union on the chopping block because of poor performance. But district leaders believe the real reason is so the state can reap the benefits of the Indiana Digital Learning School, which has grown to 7,500 students and pays the district an estimated $3 million in annual oversight fees.

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New Mexico high school creates pre-veterinary program to encourage students to join industry

Yahoo News - May 27, 2025

New Mexico’s farmers and ranchers are facing a problem with not enough veterinarians to take care of their livestock. Now, a local high school is stepping in, with a program aimed at getting students excited about veterinary careers.

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Gaston County Schools aims to improve student achievement with principal swaps

Yahoo News - April 24, 2025

Gaston County Schools officials released the first round of principal appointments and transfers ahead of the 2025-26 school year. So far, four principal transfers and one principal appointment have been announced.

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California signals possible defiance of Trump anti-DEI order that threatens school funding

Yahoo News - April 8, 2025

California education officials have signaled they could defy a Trump administration order intended to end all diversity, equity and inclusion programs — even as federal officials threaten to cut off billions of dollars per year in federal education funding.

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Department of Education prepares to reopen income-driven repayment plans

Yahoo News - March 27, 2025

The Education Department plans to reopen applications for income-driven student loan repayment programs as soon as Wednesday, allowing borrowers to once again cap monthly payments based on their income.

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