Detroit school district marks construction milestone for new Cody High School
DPSCD says the new Cody High School has reached its topping-out stage, advancing an $86 million west-side Detroit replacement project toward a planned 2027 opening.
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Chicago Public Schools families prepare for Aug. 24 start as budget questions remain
CPS K-12 classes begin Aug. 24 and pre-K begins Aug. 25, while the district works on short-term financing and unresolved staffing decisions.
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What families should know about 2026-27 FAFSA deadlines
The 2026-27 FAFSA remains open through June 30, 2027, but earlier college and state deadlines may affect access to limited aid.
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DoDEA history course puts Christianity and neutrality in focus
A new military-school history course uses a Christian-centered textbook, prompting scrutiny over how federally operated public schools teach religion and history.
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Lebanon races to repair schools before September 2026
A June assessment found 340 Lebanese schools damaged or destroyed. UNICEF says at least 100,000 children could lack classrooms when the 2026-27 year begins.
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Delaware’s new state budget puts education and Medicaid at the center of $6.996 billion in spending
Delaware’s enacted FY2027 operating budget totals $6.996 billion, directing the largest shares to public education and health services while setting up changes to childcare, public-sector pay and other statewide programs.
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Mississippi families have until Aug. 23 to comment on proposed kindergarten guideline changes
Mississippi families, teachers and districts can comment by 5 p.m. Aug. 23 on proposed statewide kindergarten curriculum, instruction and assessment guidelines.
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Paterson’s new STEAM and STARS high school advances through design and early site work
The planned Paterson high school at 764 11th Avenue remains in design, with a $3.3 million construction-management contract executed and retaining-wall preparation moving forward.
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Crises are disrupting education for 258 million children worldwide
A new Education Cannot Wait estimate says 258 million children in 87 countries face crisis-related education disruption, including 93 million out of school.
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Maine’s July 29 laws are in effect. Here’s what residents should know
New Maine laws provide eligible residents with $300 payments, expand tax relief and make community college free permanently, while housing, child-care, school, mobile-home and workplace changes move into implementation.
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WKU students can apply for second Downtown BGKY Ambassador Academy
WKU sophomores, juniors and seniors can apply through Sept. 7 for a free Downtown BGKY Ambassador Academy cohort meeting monthly and completing a community capstone.
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Illinois’ back-to-school sales tax holiday starts August 7. What qualifies
Illinois’ 10-day back-to-school sales tax holiday runs August 7–16, reducing the state tax on eligible clothing, footwear and school supplies. Local taxes still apply.
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Mesa students return Thursday as district highlights new school-year requirements
Mesa Public Schools says classes begin Thursday, August 6, 2026, as families review back-to-school resources and new guidance on school-day food restrictions.
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New Tucson School for the Blind begins first school year as ASDB relocates campus
Tucson’s new nonprofit private School for the Blind began its first school year Aug. 3 at 149 N. Stone Ave., offering families a downtown K-12 option separate from ASDB’s relocated Oro Valley campus.
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Lebanon’s Damaged Schools Put 100,000 Children at Risk Before September
A June nationwide assessment found 340 damaged Lebanese schools, including 17 destroyed, putting at least 100,000 children at risk of losing classroom access.
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Federal Civil-Rights Data Collection Sets 2025-26 Reporting for Schools
A renewed federal civil-rights data collection will require covered public schools and districts to report 2025-26 data on access, discipline, safety and disability services.
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Short-term credentials face a new federal test
Workforce Pell offers aid for some short-term programs, but strict tests for length, completion, employment and earnings are limiting early eligibility.
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Ohio families have until Aug. 14 to apply for 2026 Summer EBT benefits
Ohio families can apply through midnight Aug. 14 for a one-time $120 Summer EBT grocery benefit per eligible child. Many children qualify automatically, but others must apply through the state portal.
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Plano ISD families face final week before Aug. 11 first day
Plano ISD students return Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. Families should complete registration, verify transportation, review health and meal information, confirm after-school plans and monitor the Aug. 4 board meeting.
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Copyright Office opens next round of DMCA exemption requests
Authors, educators, libraries and researchers can seek temporary DMCA exemptions, but new and renewal petitions are due August 24, 2026.
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Olympia schools prepare for Aug. 6 discussion of possible consolidations and potential bond
Olympia school officials will review enrollment, finances, facilities and school configuration Aug. 6 as they develop a possible fall recommendation and consider a potential Feb. 9, 2027, bond.
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Springfield Innovation School Zone publishes school-by-school plans for 2026-27
Springfield Public Schools has posted individual Innovation School Plans and calendars as former Empowerment Zone schools move into the Innovation School Zone, with dates and operating details varying by campus.