Tag: Education
New this week: ‘Justice League,’ ‘Country Comfort’ & scandal
<p>Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week.</p>
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DePaul AD Peevy understands eyes on him with coaching search
CHICAGO — DePaul athletic director DeWayne Peevy understands all eyes are on him.
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Schools weighing whether to seat students closer together
<p>BOSTON — U.S. guidelines that say students should be kept 6 feet apart in schools are receiving new scrutiny from federal health experts, state...
Proposal to ban transgender athletes advances in Kansas
TOPEKA, Kan. — Conservative Republicans advanced a proposal Tuesday that would ban transgender students from girl's and women's sports in Kansas schools and colleges,...
Police: 1 dead, 2 held in shooting at Boise State University
<p>BOISE, Idaho — Two suspects have been taken into custody in a fatal shooting on the campus of Boise State University, police said early...
Indiana teachers now eligible to receive COVID-19 shots
INDIANAPOLIS — Teachers and other school employees became eligible Monday for COVID-19 vaccinations through shot clinics across Indiana.
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Indiana lawmakers pass bill to ensure school funding
INDIANAPOLIS — A Senate bill aimed at ensuring Indiana’s public schools receive full funding for all students during the coronavirus pandemic is headed to...
Democrats bank on relief aid to win back wary working class
<p>JEANNETTE, Pa. — When Joe Biden visited this corner of southwestern Pennsylvania in the final weeks before the election, his goal wasn't to win...
‘Big burden’ for schools trying to give kids internet access
<p>When the coronavirus pandemic shut down schools, educators had to figure out how to get kids online. Fast. </p>
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2 companies turning buses into showers for homeless women
<p>MIDDLEBURY, Ind. — Two northern Indiana companies are collaborating with a New Jersey city to turn old school buses into laundry and shower facilities...