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Trump To Defund Department Of Education; DOGE Crackdown Puts Many Employees on Leave

The draft order acknowledges that only Congress has the power to shut down the department, so it directs the agency to start reducing its size. The official said the public announcement may happen later this month.

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Education Department Workers Placed On Leave Amid Diversity Ban

Dozens of U.S. Education Department employees placed on paid leave following diversity program ban.

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Dozens of Education Department workers are put on leave over Trump's anti-DEI order

A labor union for federal workers says dozens of employees at the U.S. Education Department have been put on paid administrative leave in response to President Donald Trump’s order banning diversity, equity and inclusion programs in the federal government

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Teacher Possibly Facing Termination For Crucifix Hanging on Classroom Wall She's Allegedly Had There for 10 Years

A Connecticut teacher with more than 30 years of experience refused to remove a crucifix she displayed in her classroom for a decade, leading to her suspension and a legal fight over religious freedom and constitutional rights.

Latin Times

Biden Makes Last-Ditch Pass at Interfering in College Sports

Even if the Trump administration quickly undoes it, it’s a precedent for future administrations.

Reason

Many colleges are settling antisemitism cases. Some Republicans blast 'toothless' agreements

Many colleges accused of tolerating antisemitism on their campuses have been settling with federal civil rights investigators in the weeks before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who urged a tougher response to campus protests against the war in Gaza

The Independent UK

GOP-led States Sue Education Dept. To Block Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Several states sued the Education Department to prevent it from implementing billions-worth of student-loan forgiveness.

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SA MP stole from not-for-profits, court told

South Australian MP Troy Bell was a trusted man who avoided scrutiny as he stole funds while working for the Education Department, a court has been told.

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The Education Department Will Probably Mess Up Next Year's FAFSA Too

A letter from higher education professionals warns that next year's FAFSA will likely face delays.

Reason

University Of Michigan Fails To Address Hostile Campus Environment

U.S. Education Department investigates University of Michigan for failing to address hostility during Israel-Hamas conflict protests, leading to inquiries ...

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Divided Sixth Circuit Panel Affirms Preliminary Injunction Against Department of Education Title IX Guidance

The court concludes states are likely to succeed in their procedural challenges to the Education Department's decision to extend Bostock to Title IX.

Reason

Closing Brindabella college 'the last option', minister says

'The last thing we want to see is a school closed'.

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Judge blocks Biden's Title IX rule in four states, dealing a blow to protections for LGBTQ+ students

The Biden administration’s new Title IX rule expanding protections for LGBTQ+ students has been temporarily blocked in four states after a federal judge in Louisiana found that it overstepped the Education Department’s authority

The Independent UK

Liberty University fined $14 million for federal crime reporting violations

The university agreed to the fine as part of a settlement agreement with the U.S. Education Department, which found numerous violations of the Clery Act, a campus safety law.

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‘Anti-drug committees’ at schools to tackle the menace with a firm stand

Hyderabad Education Department implements Anti-Drug Committees in schools to combat substance abuse among students effectively.

The Hindu

In Rajasthan’s Kota, teachers get the stick as Education Minister Madan Dilawar goes on a suspension spree

Students protest for reinstatement of Muslim teachers in Rajasthan, sparking communal tensions and suspensions of other teachers.

International Business Times

Biden Administration Targets Financially Burdened Borrowers In New Student Loan Forgiveness Plan

The revised plan focuses on individuals with balances exceeding their original borrowings and students from institutions of questionable quality.

The Hindu

Anganwadi centres get priority in Rajasthan’s 100-day action plan

Anganwadi centres, which take care of children’s nutrition and pre-primary education in rural areas, will receive the highest priority in the 100-day action of the new BJP government’s Education Department in Rajasthan.

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Expedite steps for including future skills training programme in curriculum: CM

Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy directs Education Department to include future skills training in school curriculum.

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'I began to despise teachers' victim tells abuse probe

Child sex abuse survivors have detailed their experiences at an inquiry into historical abuse at Victorian primary schools.

The Hindu

Bihar govt. warns newly appointed teachers of strict disciplinary action if they form association

The Bihar government has warned of strict disciplinary action, including cancellation of appointment of newly recruited teachers if they form any ‘association’, or become part of it

The Independent UK

Few community college students go on to earn 4-year degrees. Some states have found ways to help

Partnerships between two- and four-year colleges and universities could help more community college students go on to earn bachelor’s degrees, according to data released Thursday by U.S. Education Department

WEKU

Education Department punishes student loan servicer for billing mistakes

The department is withholding payment from loan servicer MOHELA as 2.5 million borrowers didn't receive timely billing statements.

The Hindu

Bihar government removes over 20 lakh students for being absent for three straight days

The government began with the drive for improving the attendance since September 1, 2023.

The Hindu

Karnataka government mulls transferring 26 programmes from Education Department to RDPR

Karnataka govt. plans to transfer 26 programmes from DSEL to RDPR. These include identifying out-of-school children, teacher attendance, guest teachers, midday meals, etc. Govt. aims to decentralise power & make education vibrant from gram panchayat level.

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