Delaware delays two school accountability releases to October
The state moved two school-accountability releases to Oct. 20 and Oct. 27, citing additional time for data validation.
Education
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Arizona put all 21 IFC chapters under activity suspension
A University of Arizona interim order barred activities beyond business meetings while the school investigated misconduct reports involving nearly half its Interfraternity Council chapters.
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Vermont approves $3.44 million in aid and endowment allocations
The approved distribution includes $2.46 million for non-loan student aid, with payments scheduled in FY2027 if requirements are met.
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New Carlisle Elementary resumes classes after roof fire
Grades 2–4 returned to the school’s north section Sept. 28, while fifth graders attended Medway Elementary and traveled there by bus.
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South Carolina seeks $120 million for school safety and facilities
The state education department also requested $347,500 for a staff-training pilot and $40 million for buses.
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North Dakota proposes annual teacher stipends of about $3,400
The proposed STAYS program would offer annual payments to eligible teachers, but the amount and funding terms remain subject to legislation.
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Timberline postpones homecoming events; Oct. 10 dance stays scheduled
Timberline postponed its homecoming events for the week except the Oct. 10 dance as Boise police investigated reported online threats involving a student.
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East Greenwich school construction moves into active 2026 building phase
Construction is advancing at three East Greenwich school facilities, including a July 23 concrete-pour update at the high school and plans for a new Frenchtown Elementary School.
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Wylie ISD registers $17.5 million career and agriculture center
A Texas project record lists a 34,557-square-foot Wylie ISD facility with a greenhouse and rodeo arena at 1301 Hensley Lane.
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Celina ISD schedules three facility openings for 2026-27
Celina ISD is scheduled to open two schools and an expanded high school when students return Aug. 12, 2026.
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Elk Grove Unified adopts $1.16 billion 2026-27 budget
The Elk Grove Unified board unanimously approved a budget that targets a more than 90% reduction in the district’s operating deficit.
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Celina ISD Plans to Open Three Facilities for 2026-27 School Year
Celina ISD plans to open three major facilities for the 2026-27 school year, with students scheduled to return Aug. 12, 2026.
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UNESCO: 273 Million Children and Youth Remain Out of School as Global Progress Slows
UNESCO says the number of children and youth out of school has risen for a seventh consecutive year, reaching 273 million worldwide as education gains lose momentum.
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Federal student-loan changes take effect July 1
New federal student-loan repayment options, borrowing limits and an automatic-payment interest reduction began taking effect July 1, 2026.
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Education Department Removes Disparate-Impact Liability From Title VI Regulations
A final regulatory change announced July 23 limits federal civil-rights liability in education cases based solely on demographic disparities, unless discriminatory intent or a facially discriminatory policy is shown.
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Grundy County schools move forward with 2026 public-school safety grant spending
The Grundy County School Board approved Amendment 3, aligning the district’s public-school safety grant budget with available funds and eligible uses.
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Wayne State Foundation secures $13 million for Brandenburg Hall renovation
The Wayne State College Foundation says it has secured $13 million for Brandenburg Hall’s renovation, including a $5 million Soukup family contribution.
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Roscommon schools seek contractor to assess facilities and deferred maintenance
Roscommon Area Public Schools is seeking proposals for a district-wide facility assessment covering schools and transportation and maintenance buildings.
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Canajoharie school merger proposal rejected in June advisory vote as districts continue planning
Voters rejected a proposed Canajoharie-Fort Plain school merger in a non-binding June 4 advisory poll. The result does not itself end the process.
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Hazleton, community college receive $1 million grant for downtown nursing expansion
A state grant will support expanded nursing and other educational programming by Luzerne County Community College in downtown Hazleton.
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Crockett ISD updates 2026-27 schedules after regional safety exercise
Crockett ISD updated school times for 2026-27 and completed a regional safety exercise at Crockett High School before the new school year.
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Redmond High School’s main academic building to close during 2026-27 construction
Redmond High School’s main academic building will be closed during the 2026-27 school year as construction continues under Redmond School District 2J’s voter-approved 2025 bond program.