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When seven-year-old Ben O'Reilly struggled with isolation as the only deaf student in his New Hampshire district, his entire school learned sign language to include him. What started with a few classmates has transformed into a schoolwide embrace of communication and belonging.
Seven school districts across New York's mid-Hudson Valley are receiving federal grants and specialized support to help struggling students succeed. The funding will bring new tutoring programs, teacher training, and family support services to thousands of students who need it most.
When seven-year-old Ben O'Reilly felt isolated as his school's only deaf student, his classmates started a movement that changed everything. Now the whole school can sign with him.
Students in New Braunfels, Texas, can now apply for some of the largest scholarships in local history, with individual awards reaching $25,000. Nearly $220,000 in total funding will help students pursue everything from engineering to trade schools.
A PhD student spotted an unusual shark crawling along the seafloor in Papua New Guinea and realized she'd found a species new to science. The discovery adds to our understanding of these unique paddle-finned creatures that "walk" across coral reefs.
A new outpatient addiction treatment center opened Monday in Claremont, New Hampshire, bringing critical care closer to a community hit hard by overdoses. The facility offers same-day walk-in services, eliminating travel barriers that previously kept many people from getting help.
Middle schoolers in Rye, New Hampshire built a tiny 5.5-foot boat that survived 462 days at sea, hurricanes, and 8,300 miles of ocean to reach Norway. Inside, Norwegian students discovered colorful artwork, acorns, and handmade treasures that sparked an instant friendship across the Atlantic.
A groundbreaking study of 111,000 New Mexico students reveals they're exceeding national reading benchmarks, challenging years of negative rankings. The state's "last place" reputation may simply reflect higher standards, not lower performance.
A new real-time screening system is protecting federal student aid from "ghost student" scams that cost taxpayers over $1 billion. The tool flags suspicious applications before fraudulent payments go out, ensuring aid reaches real students who need it.
Montgomery Public Schools is constructing a brand new Percy Julian High School that will serve up to 2,000 students when it opens in 2028. The 440,000-square-foot campus represents a major investment in the future of Alabama education.
Family Promise of Southern New Hampshire helped prevent homelessness for 2,535 people last year, 42 times more than in 2020. Now they need volunteers to babysit during life-changing classes that keep families housed.
The LANL Foundation just awarded $1.2 million in scholarships to 163 Northern New Mexico students pursuing college degrees. Since 1999, the organization has invested nearly $15 million in helping local youth access higher education.
A New Hampshire casino just broke the state's charitable giving record by donating $2.4 million to local nonprofits in a single month. The Nash operates under a unique model that directs gaming revenue straight to community organizations.
A New Hampshire casino gave away $12.6 million to local charities in 2025, bringing its six-year total to over $41 million. The donations funded everything from hunger relief to early childhood education across the region.
A small New Hampshire community raised $10.7 million to build a year-round recreation center that will give kids and families four extra months of indoor sports and activities. The 33,500-square-foot facility, 20 years in the making, opens next winter at The Nick recreation park in Wolfeboro. #
Nine Massachusetts college students spent six months working with local governments on clean energy projects, gaining real career experience while helping their communities tackle climate goals. The new fellowship program is bridging the gap between student passion and municipal needs.
A small New Hampshire ski area is giving away free lift tickets during school vacation week thanks to a local foundation grant. The volunteer-run hill is asking the community to help keep the slopes open for families who can't afford expensive ski resorts.
Over 275 students, staff, and family members packed a Somerset Patriots game to celebrate student achievement in career and technical education. SkillsUSA medal winners took the field for recognition before cheering on their team to victory.
Ten high school students from New Hampshire spent their Monday building furniture, battling bugs, and removing invasive plants at a Maine nature center. Their hands-on work transformed the visitor experience at Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center.
Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta celebrated a remarkable achievement as 67 students earned Advanced Placement scholar honors for their outstanding performance on 2020 AP exams. The Catholic school's success shows how dedicated students and teachers can achieve academic excellence together.
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