Gallopade is recognizing teachers through its monthly feature on the Gallopade Blog and a prize pack, with Marketing Manager Emilee Howell stating that sharing their stories is a way to give back to the community. The company aims to express gratitude to dedicated educators who shape future generations' minds. According to Henry Adams, a teacher's influence can be eternal, and Gallopade seeks to honor these individuals through its Teacher Appreciation Week event.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gallopade-celebrates-educators-for-teacher-appreciation-week-302440329.htmlThe Indian government has announced "Gyan Post", a new service aimed at making educational, social, cultural and religious books more affordable through post offices across the country. Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the initiative, which will be operational from May 1, to ensure that education reaches every individual in remote areas. The "Gyan Post" service uses India Post's vast postal network to deliver textbooks, preparation guides and cultural books to villages and towns, supporting learning and knowledge-sharing.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/national/gyan-post-to-ensure-that-education-reaches-every-individual-jyotiraditya-scindia/Jordan's "Wise School" educational platform was launched in response to Royal directives, aiming to enhance Palestinian education amid ongoing challenges, particularly the Israeli conflict in Gaza. The platform allows students to access study materials offline, and is produced by the World Islamic Sciences and Education University. It covers the Palestinian curriculum from grade one to 12th grade and offers a certificate accredited by the Palestinian Ministry of Education, with over 100 Jordanian teachers contributing to its content.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/%E2%80%9812-million-students-gaza-west-bank-benefit-jordanian-e-learning-platform%E2%80%99A high-level delegation from Kazakhstan, comprising 25 rectors and officials, visited National University of Technology (NUTECH) in Islamabad to promote educational ties with Pakistan. The event, organized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), featured stalls on educational programs, scholarships, and cooperation from Kazakhstani universities. HEC Chairman Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed attended as chief guest, emphasizing the need for strong educational bonds between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. The "Study in Kazakhstan" fair provided a platform for students to explore higher education opportunities in Kazakhstan, laying the groundwork for future partnerships between the two countries' higher education institutions.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1306245-pak-kazakh-educational-fair-heldA therapy dog named Kynsi, a mix of a Black Lab and Golden Retriever, has been trained to assist students with special needs in classrooms. The initiative aims to provide emotional support and comfort to these students, helping them feel more at ease during lessons. Kynsi's training is part of a program designed by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), in collaboration with the Los Angeles Unified School District.
https://www.cbs8.com/video/news/local/first-guide-dog-trained-for-classroom-helps-students-with-special-needs/509-f6163dc3-b3fa-4f10-8618-b11aa7599eb5Miami Country Day School's Spartans Around online program is celebrating its 10th year of success, offering a flexible college-preparatory education to students globally. The program, designed for Grades 6-12, provides personalized learning paths, advanced coursework, and one-on-one academic support. With a growing demand for online learning, MCDS positions itself as a leader in the market, which is projected to reach $96.2 billion by 2026. Spartans Around attracts students from diverse backgrounds, including those with competitive athletes, aspiring performers, young entrepreneurs, and globally mobile families. The program's mission aligns with Miami Country Day School's core values of empowering every student, every day, everywhere.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/miami-country-day-schools-spartans-around-online-program-marks-10-years-of-empowering-flexible-global-learning-302440313.htmlRomanians in the UK are increasingly accessing student loans, with a significant increase from 5,000 to 84,000 over the past decade. This represents 15% of Romanians in the UK who are currently benefiting from these loans. The surge was linked to the Oxford Business College (OBC) scandal, which saw the British government withdraw funding for new students following an investigation into recruitment practices and student attendance monitoring.
https://www.romania-insider.com/daily-mail-romanian-students-uk-april-2025President Donald Trump has taken significant steps to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within the federal government during his first 100 days in office. On his first day, he signed an executive order rescinding 78 Biden-era executive actions, effectively eliminating all DEI programs from the federal government. The following day, Trump directed the Office of Personnel Management to notify agency and department heads to close all DEI offices.
https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/trump-takes-significant-steps-towards-dismantling-dei-programs-in-first-100-days-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-programs-federal-governmentThe US public schools face a deadline to remove Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies or risk losing federal funding. President Trump's actions suggest he is still influencing education policy, despite previous calls to dismantle the Department of Education. The move comes as the future of educational standards and funding hangs in the balance.
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