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Autistic Student Returns to Classroom After Year of Home Learning
An autistic student in Quebec is re‑enrolling in a regular school in September 2026 after a year of home instruction caused by cuts to special‑education funding. The return follows province‑wide reductions that left many autistic learners without classroom support.
AI-Designed Covers Debut in Quebec School Planners
AI‑generated covers are being rolled out in Quebec school planners for the September 2026 start, prompting skepticism among parents and teachers over the use of algorithmic design in educational materials.
Quebec Court Orders LaSalle College to Resume Classes and Keep Funding
The Quebec Superior Court ordered LaSalle College to restart classes for the 2026‑2027 year and maintain provincial funding after the school halted instruction following a creditor protection filing on August 27, 2026.
Albany 11‑Year‑Old Launches Scholarship for First‑Gen College Students
An Albany 11‑year‑old has created a scholarship at Excelsior University to aid first‑generation college students in the Capital Region, exemplifying youth‑led philanthropy in 2026.
Quebec Autistic Student Returns to Classroom After Year at Home
A Quebec autistic student will rejoin a classroom in 2026 after a year of home study caused by provincial cuts to autism support resources. A new school placement now provides the specialized assistance needed for the student's return.
Verbal Abuse Among Top Forms of School Violence in Quebec
A recent large Quebec study finds that insults and disrespect rank among the most common forms of school violence, highlighting verbal abuse as a major issue alongside physical aggression.
Autistic Student Returns to Quebec Classroom After Year at Home
An autistic student in Quebec has re‑joined a classroom in 2026 after a year of home study caused by cuts to special‑education resources, following a search for a school able to provide needed support.
Verbal Abuse Among Top Forms of School Violence in Quebec
A new Quebec-wide study finds that insults and disrespect are among the most common forms of school violence, highlighting the widespread nature of verbal aggression in the province’s classrooms.
Superior Court Allows Collège LaSalle Classes to Resume
The Superior Court of Quebec authorized Collège LaSalle in Montreal to restart classes on Friday, following the college’s recent filing for creditor protection.
LaSalle College Classes Cleared to Resume Friday
A Quebec Superior Court order allows Collège LaSalle in Montreal to restart classes on Friday after the college filed for creditor protection, ending a temporary suspension of instruction.
Santa Monica College Cuts Costs Amid Ongoing Financial Scrutiny
Santa Monica College announced layoffs, salary freezes, and contract non‑renewals to address ongoing budget shortfalls and increased financial scrutiny.
Chicago Schools Shift Outdoor Activities Indoors Due to Heat Warning
Chicago Public Schools moved all outdoor activities indoors on September 3, 2026 after an Extreme Heat Warning was issued for parts of the city, cancelling outdoor recess and sports for the day.
Superior Court Orders Collège LaSalle Classes to Resume Friday
The Superior Court of Quebec ordered Collège LaSalle to restart classes on Friday, following the college’s filing for creditor protection the previous week, clearing the way for students to return to campus.
Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante to Join UdeM as Guest Expert
Former Montreal mayor Valérie Plante, after eight years in office, will join the Université de Montréal as a guest expert in fall 2026, bringing her municipal experience to the academic community.
NYC Council Grants $1 Million for 9/11 Education and Museum Visits
The New York City Council approved $1 million to fund 9/11 education programs and free museum trips for 20,000 public‑school students, marking the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
NYC Bans Generative AI for Young Students, Limits Screen Time
Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a citywide ban on generative AI tools for younger students and new screen‑time limits, set to begin eight days before the 2026‑2027 school year starts.
Former Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante to Join UdeM as Guest Expert
Valérie Plante, after eight years as Montreal’s mayor, will start a guest expert role at the Université de Montréal in the fall of 2026, bringing her municipal experience to the campus.
$48 Million Deficit Delays LaSalle College Term Start
A $48 million budget shortfall at Collège LaSalle has delayed the start of classes for about 3,000 students and 400 faculty members, with college representative Violette Cantin confirming the financial strain and ongoing efforts to address it.
Toronto Expands Free School Meals to All Public Students
Toronto’s school food program will start providing free meals to all 325,000 public school students beginning September 2026, expanding from its previous limited coverage to include every public school in the city.
