Utah Valley University's high "Return on Investment" for students can be attributed to its long-term investment in student success initiatives and staying true to its mission as a broad-access institution. Efforts include partnerships with K-12 schools, financial aid assistance, scholarships, academic advising, a food pantry, low-cost childcare, research opportunities, paid internships, and completion grants. This recognition is seen as "validating" for Utah Valley and a "game-changer" for higher education, shifting the focus from exclusionary models to affordable pathways to economic stability.
https://www.deseret.com/education/2025/04/29/utah-valley-university-recognized-as-an-opportunity-college/The closure of Crozer Health, a Delaware County health system, will have significant financial implications for nearby school districts and boroughs. The Chester Upland School District is expected to lose $2.2 million in annual tax revenue, while Ridley School District faces an unpaid tax bill of approximately $500,000 per year. This loss could lead to reduced class sizes due to the need to cut teaching positions, as stated by Ridley School District Superintendent Lee Ann Wentzel.
https://whyy.org/articles/crozer-health-closure-delaware-county-schools/The CISCE chief executive, Joseph Emmanuel, announced that improvement exams for Class 10 (ICSE) and Class 12 (ISC) will be conducted in July. This year, students from both ICSE and ISC can appear for improvement exams in up to two subjects within the same academic year. However, compartment exams for Class 10 have been discontinued starting from the 2024 board cycle.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/cisce-isc-icse-results-2025-class-10-12-board-results-out-check-direct-link-8292752#pfrom=home-ndtv_topstoriesThe Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has announced the results of the ICSE Class 10 and ISC Class 12 board exams on April 30, 2025, at 11 AM. The ICSE Class 10 exams were held from February 18 to March 27, while the ISC Class 12 exams took place from February 13 to April 5.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/education/icse-isc-results-2025-cisce-10-12-declared-1875966The National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG 2025 admit cards can be downloaded from the official NEET website, neet.nta.nic.in, by entering login credentials such as application number and date of birth or password. The test will be conducted in 13 languages across the country for admission to undergraduate medical and allied courses at central universities and participating institutions in India for the academic year 2025-26. The exam consists of 37 subjects, including 13 languages, 23 domain-specific subjects, and a General Aptitude Test, with candidates allowed to choose up to five subjects.
https://www.ndtv.com/education/neet-ug-2025-admit-cards-released-check-steps-to-download-8295695#pfrom=home-ndtv_educationThe Supreme Court of India has ruled that the digital divide, affecting people with disabilities, rural populations, senior citizens, economically weaker communities, and linguistic minorities, is a systemic exclusion issue. Justice Mahadevan emphasized the need for inclusive and accessible digital KYC processes with necessary accommodations to ensure everyone can access government services and welfare schemes, protecting their dignity and rights.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/digital-access-a-basic-right-sc-orders-e-kyc-for-disabled-acid-attack-survivors-13884334.htmlThe Supreme Court of India has declared digital access as a fundamental right under Article 21, stating it's an intrinsic component of the right to life. The court directed the government to make Know-Your-Customer (KYC) processes universally accessible for acid attack survivors and those with visual impairment or low vision, ensuring they can complete these processes without facing any challenges.
https://www.news18.com/india/supreme-court-says-digital-access-fundamental-right-asks-government-to-ease-kyc-acid-attack-survivors-ws-e-9318347.htmlThe Indian Supreme Court has ruled that the state has a constitutional obligation to provide an inclusive digital ecosystem for marginalized groups, including people with disabilities and historically excluded communities. Justice R. Mahadevan authored the judgment, citing cases of individuals with facial trauma or visual impairments who struggle with digital Know Your Customer (KYC) processes due to their inability to complete visual tasks. The court has issued 20 directions to the government to improve digital KYC processes, emphasizing that bridging the digital divide is no longer a matter of policy discretion but a constitutional imperative for ensuring dignity and equal participation in public life.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/sc-upholds-inclusive-digital-access-as-a-part-of-fundamental-right-to-life/article69508394.eceThe Supreme Court has directed the Centre to ensure that digital processes are universally accessible to all, particularly acid attack survivors with visual challenges. The court issued 20 directions to ease banking and e-governance services for these individuals, following petitions seeking new guidelines on the e-KYC process. Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice R Mahadevan led the bench, stating that digital access is a fundamental right.
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