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Hispanic Enrollment in Maryland Schools Falls
Hispanic enrollment in Maryland public schools dropped 0.6% for the 2025-2026 year. This decline follows a rise in immigration arrests after federal policy changes.
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Vinnakota Urges Core Civic Skills for All Students in U.S. Colleges
Rajiv Vinnakota called for mandatory civic training in college curricula during an August 2026 speech in Chicago. His institute reports its current initiatives reach one million students across 34 states and Washington, D.C.
Lane Community College Gets Accreditation Warning For Governance
The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities placed Lane Community College on warning for governance failures. The college must show evidence of effective, respectful governance by August 5, 2030.
Oklahoma Makes HEROES Literacy Team Permanent Program
State lawmakers converted the HEROES team from a pilot to a permanent program serving 120 schools. Coaches will visit sites multiple days weekly to help teachers meet new reading laws.
Los Angeles District Bans Screens for Youngest Students
The Los Angeles Unified School District began limiting classroom screen time for kindergartners and first graders on August 11. The policy caps daily usage for older students and sets weekly allowances for high school courses.
Davidson College President Hicks Promotes Liberal Arts in AI Era
Davidson College President Douglas A. Hicks highlights strong alumni outcomes and industry support for liberal arts education. Ninety-five percent of the class of 2025 found employment or graduate school placement within six months.
Arday Resigns From Cambridge as Inquiry Opens
Jason Arday resigned from the University of Cambridge after the institution launched an investigation into his qualifications.
Brown President Paxson to Step Down After Funding Deal
Brown University President Christina Paxson will leave her post at the end of the academic year. She extended her tenure to secure $510 million in federal grants and resolve investigations.
Pelley, Alfonsi Join Columbia Journalism School as Journalists in Residence
Columbia Journalism School named Scott Pelley and Sharyn Alfonsi as Journalists in Residence for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Ninety-eight Students Pass Students First Act Defining AI Use
Ninety-eight teenagers passed the Students First Act with an 82-16 vote in Boston.
Three Accreditors Withdraw Federal Recognition Petitions
Three accreditors withdrew petitions for federal recognition during a National Advisory Committee on Institutional Quality and Integrity meeting. One council serves as a Title IV gatekeeper, leaving affected institutions a window to seek accreditation elsewhere.
Hearing Set for López Tenure Appeal at University of Texas
The University of Texas at Austin denied tenure to Professor Iván Chaar López. His grievance hearing arguing academic freedom violation is scheduled for August.
Albemarle County Board Launches Five-Year Pilot Housing Loan
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors launches a pilot program providing forgivable loans to staff. Eligible county employees earning below eighty percent of median income receive a $20,000 loan for down payments.
University of Houston Considers Removing Nearly 40% of Core Curriculum Courses
The University of Houston proposes removing nearly 40% of core curriculum courses under new state standards. Faculty members note reduced options could create registration bottlenecks before an August board presentation.
Colette Shaw Convenes First Meeting of Just Desserts & Dissertations
Colette Shaw convened Just Desserts & Dissertations for fifteen student conduct professionals on Zoom. The group is designed to meet once per semester to integrate academic research into daily student conduct practices.
Manuel Steps Down as University of Michigan Athletic Director
Warde Manuel will step down as University of Michigan athletic director at the end of 2026. The inquiry cost $12 million and included 350 interviews identifying failures to address misconduct consistently.
San Antonio Independent School District Board Appoints Bustillos Superintendent
The San Antonio Independent School District Board voted July 20 to appoint Adrian Bustillos superintendent. He begins in August 2026 following objections regarding a 2017 sanction for academic fraud.
Modeling Study Links First Fleet to 1789 Smallpox Outbreak in Australia
A modeling study published July 9 concludes the British First Fleet brought smallpox to Australia in 1788. The research estimates approximately 220,000 Indigenous people died from the 1789 outbreak near Port Jackson.
Northside Independent School District Board Names Palomares Interim Superintendent
Northside Independent School District board voted to name Jessica Palomares interim superintendent starting Aug. 1. The board will seek a permanent hire by February 2027 while addressing a $38 million budget shortfall.
American Diabetes Association Removes Five Scientists From Annual Meeting in New Orleans
The American Diabetes Association removed five scientists from its annual meeting in New Orleans on June 5, 2025. CEO Charles Henderson apologized for the decision and announced an independent review of the events. The deputy editors of Diabetes Care wrote that the ADA’s response was to refuse to publish their articles.
Metro Nashville Board Approves $165,000 Renovations for Superintendent Battle
Metro Nashville Board of Education approved $165,000 for renovations for Superintendent Dr. Adrienne Battle. Reverend Lewis defended the cost as necessary despite scrutiny regarding the private restroom addition.
University of California Moves Up Standardized Test Admissions Decision Deadline
The University of California advanced the deadline for standardized test admissions policy decisions. UC Board of Regents Chair Maria Anguiano expects recommendations by June 2027, opening the possibility of policy changes for the 2027 cycle.
U.S. Non-Orthodox Rabbinical Schools Welcome Largest Classes in 15 Years
Non-Orthodox rabbinical schools in the United States enroll largest cohorts in 15 years this fall. The Jewish Theological Seminary enrolls 25 students while Hebrew Union College welcomes 42.
Houston ISD Continues Student Success Program as TEA Investigates Complaints
Houston ISD continues implementing its Student Success Program for the 2026-27 school year. The Texas Education Agency investigates complaints about special education changes affecting thousands of students.