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A Hong Kong secondary school is reviewing its strict mobile phone policy after students and parents spoke up about their concerns. The move shows how student feedback can shape school decisions in real time.
Plainfield High School and Plainfield Academy for the Arts just earned a global honor held by only 1,100 schools worldwide. Students are now using technology to create podcasts, compose music, and solve real-world problems in ways that prepare them for tomorrow's challenges.
South Australian families will pay zero fees for public school from 2027 if Labor wins reelection. The policy will save 90,000 families an average of $8,000 per child throughout their education.
A California middle school has been officially recognized as one of the state's top educational institutions for 2026. Castaic Middle School earned the prestigious California Distinguished School award for its exceptional student achievement and campus-wide excellence.
Philadelphia schools just made history by guaranteeing students access to bathrooms, water, and recess throughout the day. The new wellness policy bans teachers from withholding these basic needs as punishment.
South Australian families will no longer pay public school fees starting next year, after both major parties backed the historic $300 million education reform. The bipartisan support means the policy will proceed regardless of who wins the March 21 election.
Students across China just got five extra minutes between classes, and it could make a real difference for their health. The nationwide policy aims to reduce stress and give kids more time to actually rest during their school day.
Paris's new mayor is taking decisive action after suspending 31 school monitors for suspected sexual abuse since January. The city is overhauling its entire school safety system with a promise of zero tolerance for abuse.
Westerfield College just became the first fully African-owned school to open a campus in the United Kingdom. Back home in Lagos, the governor announced 36 new schools coming soon to expand educational access for every child.
Young athletes from Hi-Line High School broke three school records at a single track meet Tuesday, with performances that rewrote their school's record books. The breakthrough day showcased years of training paying off for the small-school competitors.
Nearly 400 Australian parents surveyed say they'd pay for nutritious school lunches, prioritizing quality ingredients and menu variety over cost. The findings could reshape how 2.4 million primary school children eat during the school day.
When the federal government ended its 43-year Blue Ribbon Schools program, Minnesota refused to let eight exceptional schools go unrecognized. The state created its own awards to celebrate schools excelling in student achievement and closing gaps between student groups.
Three schools in California's Tahoe Truckee Unified School District just earned the state's highest honors for academic excellence and innovative student support. One school's wolf documentary even scored an invitation to an international film festival.
Mississippi just expanded its network of innovative schools to 33 programs, giving thousands more students access to creative, flexible learning environments. Eight schools and districts earned special status to reimagine how education works.
A high school track star shattered two school records at a single meet, proving that small schools can produce extraordinary talent. Lexie Dinkel's performance earned her athlete of the week honors and inspired her entire community.
Students at 90 Kentucky school districts now eat locally raised beef fajitas and scratch-made meals instead of frozen pizza and fruit cups. A $3.2 million state grant connected 150 farms with school cafeterias, transforming lunch hour into something students actually look forward to.
A rural district in Ghana's Volta Region just launched construction on 17 educational buildings, from classrooms to dining halls, aiming to end overcrowded double-track schooling. Every secondary school in Ho West will get upgraded facilities within the year.
Harbor Springs High School became only the third public school in 26 years to win Michigan's Division 4 girls soccer championship. Their 2-0 victory over a private school powerhouse proves small town teams can compete at the highest level.
A New York school district is proving healthy, scratch-made meals are possible on a $4.75 budget by partnering with local farms and teaching kids to love Brussels sprouts. Their success shows what's possible when schools get the right support.
Schools across Ohio's Tri-State region are earning recognition for remarkable improvements in student achievement. Lockland School District leads the way with a winning combination of upgraded facilities and expanded mental health support.
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