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Tennessee Museum to Host Historic Artemis II Moon Mission Watch
InnovationApr 9

Tennessee Museum to Host Historic Artemis II Moon Mission Watch

Discovery Park of America will livestream NASA's first crewed moon mission in over 50 years with free educational programs for families. The April 10 event celebrates humanity's return to deep space exploration.

Google: NASA discovery2 min read
South Korean School Celebrates 50 Years of Free Education
Acts of KindnessApr 6

South Korean School Celebrates 50 Years of Free Education

Over 1,300 people gathered at Bukil High School in South Korea to celebrate five decades of a powerful promise: no student would ever be turned away for lack of money. The school has now graduated 24,000 students, many becoming leaders across business, government, and academia.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
Nigeria Plans Free Data for Students to Access Education
SolutionsMar 31

Nigeria Plans Free Data for Students to Access Education

Nigeria's communications regulator is pushing to make educational websites free to access without using data, following the model of Chief Awolowo's transformative free education policy from 1955. The initiative, backed by President Tinubu, could open online learning to millions of students currently priced out by data costs.

Vanguard Nigeria2 min read
Afghan Doctor Opens 4 Free Schools for 2,000 Kids in Kabul
Community HeroesMar 30

Afghan Doctor Opens 4 Free Schools for 2,000 Kids in Kabul

A 29-year-old doctor in Kabul has created four free education centers serving 2,000 students, most of them girls. Using personal savings and community support, the young volunteers are giving Afghan children access to both academic lessons and practical life skills.

Google: volunteers help2 min read
Ohio Alumni Donate $121M for Student Scholarships
SolutionsMar 26

Ohio Alumni Donate $121M for Student Scholarships

Two college sweethearts are giving 6,200 students the gift of debt-free education. Bowling Green State University just announced the largest scholarship donation in Ohio history.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Free Video Series Teaches Indiana Teens Entrepreneurship
InnovationFeb 17

Free Video Series Teaches Indiana Teens Entrepreneurship

Purdue Northwest just released 11 free video lessons featuring real entrepreneurs sharing their startup stories with high school students. Teachers say kids are actually asking to watch more.

Google News - School Innovation2 min read
Stafford Police Launch Free Scam Workshop for Seniors
Community HeroesFeb 13

Stafford Police Launch Free Scam Workshop for Seniors

When fraudsters increasingly target older adults, one New Jersey police department is fighting back with free education and free lunch. Lt. Anthony Vincent will teach Ocean County seniors how to spot red flags and protect their money.

Google News - Mental Health Success2 min read
Student Scores Perfect 360/360 on India's Toughest Exam
Community HeroesFeb 5

Student Scores Perfect 360/360 on India's Toughest Exam

A nurse's son from a small Indian city achieved a perfect score on the notoriously difficult JEE Mains exam, then turned his success into free education for 200,000 students. Kalpit Veerwal proves that hard work can level any playing field.

The Better India2 min read
Nigeria Opens Free Technical School for 13-20 Year Olds
SolutionsJan 19

Nigeria Opens Free Technical School for 13-20 Year Olds

Nigeria just launched free technical education for hundreds of thousands of young people, covering everything from solar power to social media. Applications open Monday for fully funded programs that teach industry-ready skills in 27 modern trades.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
Nigeria Opens Free Technical College Applications Jan 26
SolutionsJan 19

Nigeria Opens Free Technical College Applications Jan 26

Nigeria's Federal Government is now offering fully funded technical education to thousands of young people, with applications opening January 26. Students aged 13 to 20 can apply for free training in practical, job-ready skills at Federal Technical Colleges nationwide.

Punch Nigeria2 min read