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Urban Meyer Joins DeSantis-Backed New College Board

Fiona Z. Merriweather January 4, 2026

At a Glance Urban Meyer named to New College board Appointment part of DeSantis's overhaul of the progressive school Move raises concerns for LGBTQ+...

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TSU Faces Audit Fallout as State Halts Non-essential Contracts

Julia N. Fairmont January 4, 2026

At a Glance State audit finds $280M in unpaid invoices and inventory lapses at Texas Southern University. Governor Dan Patrick halts all...

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Greece Removes 300,000 Dormant Students, Halving Official Roll

Morgan J. Carter January 4, 2026

At a Glance 308,605 students removed from official rolls Active student population now just over 350,000 35,000 students applied for reenrollment in...

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Oklahoma University Removes Teaching Assistant After Zero Grade Dispute

Aiden V. Crossfield December 30, 2025

At a Glance Graduate teaching assistant at University of Oklahoma removed from teaching after zero grade on a student's paper. Student Samantha...

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Liberty Hill ISD Foundation Surprises Teachers with $127,000 in Grants

Aiden V. Crossfield December 25, 2025

In a heart‑warming move that surprised educators across the district, the Liberty Hill ISD Education Foundation handed out 72 grants totaling just...

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Atlas Ranch Donates 13.2 Acres to Jarrell ISD for New Elementary School

Aiden V. Crossfield December 24, 2025

Atlas Ranch’s generous land donation is set to reshape education in Jarrell. The donation of 13.2 acres will allow the Jarrell Independent School...

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Brown University Delays Early-Decision Offers After Campus Mass Shooting

Gavin U. Stonebridge December 23, 2025

Two students were killed and nine others injured in a mass shooting at Brown University on Saturday. The tragedy has cast a shadow over the campus...

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Principal Uses Gen Z Slang in Viral Video to Boost Attendance

Fiona Z. Merriweather December 23, 2025

Lake Travis High School principal James \"Buddy\" Bush used Gen Z slang in a viral Instagram video to promote daily attendance.\n\n## The Viral...

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Eanes ISD Names Kirk Koennecke as New Superintendent, Effective Jan. 1 2026

Hannah E. Clearwater December 23, 2025

In a decisive move that will shape the future of education in Austin, the Eanes Independent School District Board of Trustees unanimously elected...

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Brown University Shooting Investigation Seeks Public Tips After Police Release Footage

Isaac Y. Thornwell December 23, 2025

The Shooting That Shocked Providence\n\nThe attack on Brown University Saturday killed two students and wounded nine, sending shockwaves through the...