Ontario Unions Schedule Province‑Wide Strike Vote for November
Ontario's School Board Council of Unions and CUPE have announced a province‑wide strike vote for November 2026 amid unresolved negotiations over education funding and working conditions.
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Federal Student‑Loan Borrowers Urged to Act Before Discount Deadline
Federal student‑loan borrowers have a limited window to secure a larger interest‑rate discount, which could lower their loan costs. They are urged to verify eligibility and complete required steps before the approaching deadline.
NASA Announces Nationwide Contest for New Space Academy Site
NASA has launched a nationwide contest inviting U.S. community groups to propose sites for its new Space Academy, aiming to place a prestigious educational facility in a local community.
Temple Police Officer Put on Leave Amid Comment Investigation
Temple University police officer placed on administrative leave pending an internal investigation into alleged reprehensible comments toward several young people, with the university reviewing the complaints and procedures.
Literacy Advocates Press Maryland Lawmakers to Keep Coach Funding
Maryland READS, represented by Trish Brennan-Gac, urged state legislators to keep funding literacy coaches in a new report released on Monday, emphasizing the need for continued state investment as the education budget is reviewed.
Erika Donalds Launches Florida Promise Tour in South Miami
Erika Donalds, former Collier County School Board member, launched her Florida Promise Tour in South Miami on September 21, 2026, to promote school‑choice policies across the state.
Flavie the Service Dog Supports Students at L.I.N.K.S. High School
Flavie, a golden retriever mix, has been providing emotional support to students at Montreal's L.I.N.K.S. High School for three years, helping them manage stress and difficult days.
Teacher Shortage Persists in Quebec Schools as New Graduates Join
Hundreds of teaching posts are still empty in Quebec’s schools despite an uptick in university teacher‑training enrollments, underscoring a long‑standing shortage of qualified educators.
Service Dog Flavie Eases Student Stress at Montreal High School
Flavie, a golden retriever mix, has served as a facility service dog at L.I.N.K.S. High School in Montreal since 2023, offering emotional support to students. The program is part of a wider Quebec trend of using service dogs in schools to help learners manage anxiety and stress.
Superintendent Watlington Addresses School Closures and AI on Studio 2
Superintendent Tony Watlington appeared on WHYY’s Studio 2 Extra on September 18 to discuss school closures, the responsible use of AI in classrooms, and low math and reading proficiency in Philadelphia public schools.
One-Third of NYC Students Chronically Absent, Data Shows
Data released on September 17, 2026 indicates that about 33 percent of New York City public school students missed at least 10 percent of the 2025‑26 school year, a rate unchanged from the previous year and higher than pre‑pandemic levels.
Berklee College Holds First Homecoming Block Party
Berklee College of Music celebrated its Boston heritage and global impact with its first Homecoming Block Party on September 19, featuring Susan Tedeschi, alumni, students, faculty and music fans at 73 Brookline Avenue.
Fort Worth ISD Begins Silent Panic‑Alert Badge Rollout
Fort Worth ISD is deploying silent panic‑alert badges for staff to trigger lockdowns, complying with a Texas law requiring such systems in schools.
NYC Preschools Start Receiving Loans and City Payments
NYC preschool providers are receiving loan approvals and city payments, enabling them to be paid for services, while some providers are still awaiting approval.
Riverview Elementary Unveils $160,000 Turf Soccer Field
Riverview Elementary School opened a $160,000 artificial‑turf soccer field on September 18, funded by a joint donation from three foundations and GTR Turf. The new surface provides students in the Lester B. Pearson School Board with a durable, year‑round venue for sport and play.
Newsom signs bills to let community colleges add bachelor’s degrees
Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills allowing California community colleges to offer additional bachelor’s degree programs, aiming to match regional workforce needs and expand post‑secondary options.
New $160,000 Turf Soccer Field Opens at Riverview Elementary
A $160,000 artificial turf soccer field was inaugurated at Riverview Elementary in Verdun on September 18, 2026, funded by the Patrice Bernier Foundation, GOAL Initiatives Foundation and GTR Turf, providing students with a year‑round playing surface.
New $160,000 Turf Field Opens at Riverview Elementary
Riverview Elementary in Verdun opened a $160,000 artificial‑turf soccer field on September 18, 2026, funded by the Patrice Bernier Foundation, GOAL Initiatives Foundation, GTR Turf and the Lester B. Pearson School Board, providing students with a new all‑weather play area.
NYC Preschools Start Receiving Approved Loan Payments
NYC preschool providers started receiving approved loan payments in September 2026, ending a year‑long wait, though some centers are still awaiting final approval.
Zeta Charter Schools Opens New Bronx Campus for Grades 3‑8
Zeta Charter Schools opened a new campus on Arthur Avenue in the Bronx on September 17, serving 600 students in grades three through eight. The East Tremont school, attended by Emily Kim and Principal Charlene, expands the network’s presence in the borough.
