The U.S. Department of Education has issued a warning to Jefferson County Public Schools in Colorado over allegations of placing up to 61 male students on girls' sports teams.
Eighty percent of teachers in Valencia have voted to maintain their strike in public schools. They only accepted an agreement on bureaucracy but rejected other proposals from the Generalitat, including those concerning salaries.
Conservative members of Congress are advancing initiatives to restrict content related to diversity, gender identity, and critical race theory in public schools, drawing inspiration from Charlie Kirk's proposals.
A debate has emerged in Finland regarding whether the practice of specific traditions, such as the Suvivirsi hymn, should be part of the curriculum in public schools.
New York City public schools are experiencing an increase in assaults despite a decrease in suspensions, raising questions about the effectiveness of the city's preferred 'restorative justice' approach.
Education Minister Athena Michaelidou confirmed that the genocide of the Pontic Greeks will be taught and commemorated in all public schools across Cyprus, as measures are formally integrated into the education system.
Plans to install air conditioning in public schools in Cyprus are delayed, as electrical contractors warn that technical constraints and grid limitations could prevent systems from operating during summer.
Esther Niubó, the Catalan Minister of Education, discusses aspects of the ongoing negotiations with unions regarding the conflict in public schools, aiming to resolve the situation by the end of the academic year.
Texas public schools experienced a loss of 75,000 students this year, despite the state's overall population growth, raising concerns about educational trends.
In Western Paris, some Catholic families are choosing private or homeschooling options, citing the mandatory EVAR(S) sex education program introduced last school year as a deterrent in public schools.
Residents of Awka are appealing to Governor Soludo to establish public schools, following protests by parents and guardians against a 43% fee increase at a Catholic Church-owned nursery and primary school.
Greece is set to grant final approval in early June for 13 public schools to receive International Baccalaureate (IB) certification. This move will integrate the internationally recognized program into the country's public education system.
A Trump-aligned lawfare group is threatening to sue Fairfax City Public Schools in Virginia if the district does not rescind its policy of concealing students' gender identity changes from their parents.
Danish public schools are grappling with systemic issues, including a lack of knowledge sharing between institutions within the same municipality. This situation persists despite politicians promising billions in funding, which is described as occurring against a 'sad background' of underlying problems.
Entrance examinations for Experimental, Model, Ecclesiastical, and Onassis Public Schools for the 2026-2027 academic year have been successfully completed without issues.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) plans to roll out 660 legal titles for public school sites by 2026, a move intended to grant permanent ownership of school lands and strengthen the education system.
The University of the Philippines College Admission Test (UPCAT) 2026 results have been released, with over 18,000 successful applicants. The university noted an "inclusive" outcome, as more than half of the passers are from public schools.
Nigeria LNG Limited has announced its Post-Primary Scholarship Scheme for Basic Six pupils in Rivers State public schools, detailing eligibility and application procedures.
Philippine Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced that public schools will open on June 8 for the 2026-2027 school year, marking the implementation of a new three-term school calendar.
The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) and the League of Imams and Alfas in Ogun State have both strongly opposed Governor Dapo Abiodun's plan to return public schools to missionary bodies, calling the decision ill-advised.
Montgomery County Public Schools is facing a federal complaint that claims the district uses an "elaborate system" and its gender identity handbook to keep parents uninformed about their children's gender transition decisions.
A Georgia teachers union leader attributes the underfunding of public schools, enrollment declines, and recent closures to school choice initiatives and 'disinformation'.
New Jersey lawmakers are calling for a federal investigation into Newark Public Schools, alleging that $287 million in COVID relief funds were mismanaged and students were denied tutoring services.
North Macedonia's Ministry of Education and Science has published the competition for enrollment in secondary schools for the 2026-2027 academic year, offering over 25,000 available places across 109 public schools.
Philippine Education Secretary Sonny Angara challenged the Class of 2026 to maintain their resilience as they transition out of the basic education system, as nearly 48,000 public schools hold their end-of-school ceremonies.
Lagos State has announced a partnership with Estar to digitalize its public schools, an initiative aimed at equipping students with modern skills and providing training for teachers.
Geeti Amiri argues that Danish public schools are failing their integration task, leading to problems like social control in high schools where Danish identity is sometimes used as an insult.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) program will be introduced in 13 public schools in Greece starting from September, according to Minister of Education Zacharaki.
The Department of Education (DepEd) has announced the rollout of the Bagong Pilipinas Serbisyo Fair (BPSF) in three public schools across Metro Manila, aiming to connect senior high school graduates with job opportunities.
The Greek Teachers' Federation has declared a work stoppage for Thursday, March 26, from 8:00 to 10:00 AM, to highlight the urgent need for state support for public schools, prompted by the death of an educator.
Denmark's Radikale party aims to secure children's conditions by making the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child Danish law and allocating 15 billion DKK to public schools and after-school care.
BOGO CITY — Led by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the Department of Education (DepEd) turned over new Learning Continuity Spaces (LCS) facilities in public schools in Bogo City and Masbate to…
Lagos State has launched a $25 million education fund aimed at enrolling 50,000 out-of-school children and improving literacy for 150,000 pupils in public schools.
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) in Quezon province has donated confiscated lumber and timber from the Sierra Madre mountain ranges to public schools and government facilities for repairs.
A debate on Copenhagen's public schools is ongoing during the election campaign, with a politician urging others to consider the actual results schools deliver before criticizing or making promises.
The All India Democratic Students' Organisation (AIDSO) stated that the Karnataka budget reflects a systemic decline in public education, with activists calling the Karnataka Public Schools scheme 'anti-poor'.
New York City parents reportedly face a competitive private school application process "bloodbath" after Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to cut gifted programs in public schools.
Public schools in Gribskov Municipality, Denmark, are experiencing a negative spiral as nearly 40% of local students choose not to attend general public school classes.
The economic situation in Nigeria has pushed many families into a tight financial corner and the impact is particularly severe for parents
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Recently, some American parents have complained on social media about dimly lit classrooms at public schools and the effects they may have on their children. According to them, teachers do not turn on any lights in their classrooms all day — no overhead lights, no side lamps. These days, it is also a trend among younger teachers to turn off the bright fluorescent lighting and install dim lighting instead. Thus, children must read and write under the faint light from windows even on cloudy days.
A federal appeals court has lifted a block on a Louisiana law requiring the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, sparking constitutional debate.
A school leader emphasizes the significant impact of a recent Supreme Court ruling on handshakes, particularly for Danish public schools, raising questions about their role in fostering democratic community.
The role of free primary schools is being discussed as a potential solution to the challenges facing public schools in Denmark, especially given that one in five students attends a free primary school.
A vision of the future is being discussed that notably omits any mention of public schools and education. This raises concerns about the role of public institutions in future societal development.
The Greek Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports is launching a significant initiative to improve the planning and operation of public schools, inviting higher education institutions to contribute.
Lagos State has initiated a campaign to introduce archery into public schools, aiming to cultivate young talent and produce future champions from the grassroots level.
Portugal's Socialist Party has requested an urgent hearing for the Minister of Education following accusations of a lack of transparency in staff reassignments and the risk of excluding experienced technicians in public schools.
A new report by Equitat.org warns that more than 1,200 public schools in Catalonia are not adapted to cope with heat, which negatively impacts academic performance and exacerbates social inequalities.
Dozens of specialized school professionals in Lisbon protested against precarious employment conditions, demanding a national competition, career valorization, and an end to job insecurity in public schools.
El Salvador’s government inaugurated 70 renovated public schools as part of President Nayib Bukele’s "Dos Escuelas por Día" program. This brings the total number of completed schools under the initiative to 210.
The Osun State government has dismissed claims by the APC regarding inadequate infrastructure and teachers in its public schools, emphasizing recent improvements.
The Sindh Education and Literacy Department in Pakistan is planning to introduce religious textbooks for Hindu students in grades three to five across government schools.
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has advanced a bill that could lead to the separation of private and public schools competing in state championship competitions.
Police in Łódź, Poland, have arrested a 48-year-old man suspected of money laundering in connection with a scheme to defraud local government grants for non-public schools, bringing the total arrests in the case to 47.
The Chicago Teachers Union advocated for canceling classes for May Day protests, and Chicago Public Schools confirmed it would fund buses for students and teachers to attend. This decision has drawn criticism regarding student literacy.
Teachers in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have commenced an indefinite strike, leading to disruptions in public schools over unresolved issues of unpaid entitlements and welfare.
Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Teachers Union have designated May 1 as a day for students to participate in civic engagement events outside campus.
The Department of Education in the Philippines plans to equip public schools with solar panels by 2027 to conserve energy amidst a national energy emergency.
Education Secretary Sonny Angara announced a substantial increase in the Maintenance and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE) for public schools in the Philippines. The funding boost aims to help manage rising operational costs and enhance the quality of campus operations.
New research on bullying in Danish public schools reveals a striking increase in the severity and violent behavior, often occurring while adults are present, prompting concerns from school leaders about increased pressure on the education system.
A report from a safe school group revealed 510 incidents of violence across 98 schools in Cyprus during the 2024-2025 academic year, based on a survey sent to public schools.
New York City public schools are introducing SmartPass, a digital hall pass system designed to track student movement, including bathroom time. The new system has raised significant privacy concerns among students, parents, and advocates.
The Department of Education (DepEd) in the Philippines will conduct orientation sessions for school heads, teachers, and other stakeholders regarding the implementation of a new three-term school calendar for public schools.
Public schools are facing persistent problems, including delayed capitation, which leaves principals struggling with mounting debts and early closures.
DECRYPTION - The rectorate plans to eliminate 203 teaching positions in public schools and 70 in private contract schools. Unions are calling for a strike this Tuesday to 'defend public education'.
Despite an Australian official's plea to abandon their planned strike, teachers in Victoria have gone on strike for the first time in 13 years, leading to class cancellations at approximately 500 public schools.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the Department of Education's plan to switch public schools to a three-term academic calendar, a move that a teachers' group criticizes as 'half-baked' and a new burden.
The Tennessee Senate has passed a bill that mandates the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools, joining other Republican states in a move that could lead to a Supreme Court challenge.
Greece's Minister of Education, Zacharaki, announced that the International Baccalaureate (IB) program will be introduced in 13 public schools starting September.
A recent groping case involving an illegal immigrant at Fairfax High School is the latest in a series of sexual misconduct allegations, intensifying scrutiny on the Fairfax County Public Schools system.
The Hong Kong government is urging primary schools with low enrolment to merge, as 15 public schools face closure after being banned from operating Primary One classes due to insufficient students, a measure the education minister calls necessary.
The Danish Socialist People's Party (SF) is advocating for a cap of 24 students per class across all public schools, aiming to allocate billions for smaller classes and recruit over 5,000 new teachers and educators.
Senators have criticized the Department of Education and public schools for only addressing bullying incidents after videos of the attacks gain viral traction on social media.
Librarian Jarrett Dapier's graphic novel tells a fictionalized account of real-life events in 2013 that restricted access to Marjane Satrapi's memoir Persepolis in Chicago Public Schools.
Teachers are concerned that a red majority government after the upcoming general election could weaken the focus on teachers' professionalism and authority in public schools, despite current minister Mattias Tesfaye's efforts.
A key Social Democratic election promise, the 'Lilleskole' initiative, aims to bring thousands of former teachers back to public schools, but experts and teachers express doubts about its feasibility.
A gymnasium lecturer argues that politicians should not allow Dansk Industri (Confederation of Danish Industry) to dictate policy for public schools, fearing that such influence would disrupt quality education with irrelevant measures.
A former public school teacher, with over a decade of experience, shares how homeschooling her own children changed her views on what constitutes student success, moving beyond traditional metrics like test scores.
Virginia is advancing legislation that would prevent public schools from teaching that the January 6th riots at the U.S. Capitol were peaceful, a move believed to be a national first.
Conservative parties in Denmark are proposing a significant change to the public school system, advocating for the ability to divide students by academic level, a move opposed by the Minister of Education.
DETERMINED to dissuade young people and potential victims, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has taken the campaign against trafficking to some public schools in Edo State where they also inaugurated an anti-trafficking club among the students with a mandate to continue the campaign trafficking to their fellow students.
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A debate on violence in Danish public schools has angered the education minister, who wants to separate inclusion from violence and focus on poorly raised students.
The Philippine government is providing jobs to 243,000 workers nationwide to help prepare public schools for the opening of classes, offering income support to Filipino families.
Ghana's Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, disclosed that 176 teachers in the Prestea Huni-Valley Constituency are being directly paid by parents due to persistent staffing shortages in public schools.
High school students from public schools in the Philippines secured six awards at a global science and engineering competition, which featured over 1,700 participants.
Families in Spain are denouncing the 'precariousness' of public schools and urging Niubó to negotiate, asserting that inclusive education is a recognized right and commitment.
An opinion piece argues for the necessity of accurate and unbiased education about Jewish life for Jewish students in public schools, addressing parental concerns about biased viewpoints.
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is facing scrutiny and has been urged to address claims of unfair distribution of teachers to public schools. Concerns have been raised regarding the equitable allocation of educators across the country.
Mauritania's government is facing significant backlash over its proposal to shut down most private primary schools. The plan involves moving students into free public schools, a move that has drawn criticism from various stakeholders.
The Ministry of Education in Cyprus will operate its Summer Public Schools program at 64 locations across five districts from June 22 to July 24, prioritizing children from vulnerable and low-income families.
Four US states and the Los Angeles public school district have recently passed legislation or policies to restrict screen time for students in educational settings.
Recommendations for improving public schools in Denmark are met with mixed reactions from politicians in Venstre and Moderaterne, with concerns that higher requirements could lead to fewer teachers.
A federal judge has ordered Everett Public Schools in Washington to loosen limits on an off-campus Bible club, LifeWise Academy, after the group alleged First Amendment discrimination. The ruling aims to ease restrictions on public school students' participation.
Entrance examinations for admission to the Onassis-supported public schools are underway. Candidates are being tested as part of the selection process for these institutions.
Chicago Public Schools are reportedly facing a significant truancy problem among teachers, with the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) involved in May Day protests. The article suggests that CPS may subsidize these teacher protests.
A US appeals court has ruled that Texas public schools can display the Ten Commandments in classrooms. This decision upholds a state law requiring the display of the religious text in public educational institutions.
Chicago Public Schools have declared May 1 as a 'day of civil action' for students. The declaration encourages students to participate in civic engagement.
Public schools in Portugal are commencing trial exams in a digital format for 4th, 6th, and 9th grades, with school directors affirming readiness despite recent storm impacts.
Over 70 public schools in Hong Kong have joined a new program to hire native English-speaking teachers, offering lower pay but increased recruitment flexibility.
A new reading list for Texas public schools is set to include Bible stories, a decision that has garnered significant attention. The AP News reported on the development.
Reports of girls being expelled or banned from school for wearing the hijab have led to speculation about further repression of religious expression in Azerbaijan.
Public schools in Pakistan have reopened following a 21-day break, though private school admissions closed early, and concerns have been raised regarding the upcoming Grade 8 examinations.
Qatar’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education has announced the registration and transfer schedule for government schools for the 2026–2027 academic year, aiming to streamline procedures for…
The Coordinating Council of Private Educational Associations announced that private schools in the Philippines are not mandated to adopt the three-term school calendar set for public schools starting School Year 2026-2027.
The Department of Education in the Philippines has directed public schools nationwide to conduct modest and economical end-of-school-year ceremonies in response to the recent surge in fuel prices. This directive is issued under Memorandum No. 015 series of 2026.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved the adoption of a three-term school calendar for public education institutions in the Philippines, set to begin in Academic Year 2026–2027.
An archival piece from The Spectator discusses the historical Public Schools Bill, with specific reference to Eton, likely reflecting debates from a past era.
MANILA, Philippines – The approved three-term school calendar in public schools did not undergo any consultation, as far as the Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) is concerned, urging the…
Greek Education Minister Sofia Zacharaki announced that the certification process for the International Baccalaureate (IB) program in 13 public schools will be completed by May, with university admissions remaining exclusively through national exams.
With the aim of highlighting the "urgent need" for support for teachers and public schools, in practice, by the State, the Hellenic Federation of Secondary Education Teachers announced a work stoppage for Thursday...
A new analysis by CEPOS indicates that the amount of resources is not the most crucial factor for public schools to achieve passing grades for students in Denmark, with similar municipalities showing vastly different results.
Tennessee House Bill 793 has advanced through a committee vote, proposing that public schools verify students' immigration status and report enrollment data to the state, with proponents arguing it addresses an 'outlandish Supreme Court ruling' related to education.
Chicago Public Schools will now permit students from Moody Bible Institute to join its teaching program, following a settlement in a religious discrimination lawsuit.
Face-to-face classes in all public schools in Cotabato City have been suspended from Wednesday until the end of Ramadan, as announced by Mayor Bruce Matabalao.
Kerala has launched a Cyber Safety Protocol for public schools, providing directives for institutional heads, teachers, parents, and students to ensure a secure digital learning environment amidst the rise of AI.
Danish public schools are set to receive billions in investments, shifting focus from problems to solutions, regardless of the upcoming election outcome.
Classes in public schools are not covered by the four-day workweek arrangement announced by President Marcos, Education Secretary Sonny Angara said yesterday.
WASHINGTON: Virginia’s legislature has passed a new education law that bars public schools from teaching former President Donald Trump’s version of recent history, particularly regarding the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.
Under the measure, approved by the Democratic-controlled Virginia General Assembly, schools cannot present the attack as a “peaceful protest” or claim that the 2020 presidential election was stolen through widespread fraud. Instead, teachers are required to descr...
As thousands more students head to private schools, advocates hope new government funding deals might draw families back to public sector
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A new analysis reveals that one in four children in Denmark are now educated outside the general public school system, prompting political debate on solutions for classroom unrest, absenteeism, and children with diagnoses during the election campaign.
President Ruto has launched an ambitious solar project aimed at eliminating charcoal use in public schools, though it faces skepticism due to past state-led tech initiatives.
Suaad Onniselkä has been appointed as the new principal of Maininki school in Espoo, potentially making her the first Muslim principal in Finland and one of the few in public schools across Europe.
The Greek Ministry of Education has launched a public consultation on a new bill for the establishment of a Higher School of Performing Arts, aiming for a new architecture in art education and interventions in public schools.
Teacher unions are reportedly orchestrating student walkouts against ICE and Trump administration policies, using public schools as political staging grounds.