Tag: schools
How a man once ordered to pay libel damages helped launch an investigation into Islamic private schools
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Texas Board of Education to vote on Bible passages, social studies curriculum changes for K-8 schools
The Texas State Board of Education is set to make a significant decision this Friday regarding potential changes to the state's K-8 curriculum. One...
Less diverse history, more Bible stories in public schools get initial OK by Texas board
The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) is set to hold a final vote this Friday on a contentious proposal that aims to incorporate...
More Bible stories in public schools, changes to history lessons before Texas education board
The Texas State Board of Education is set to make a pivotal decision that could reshape the landscape of public education in the state....
Jerome Powell uses JFK award speech to warn against political pressure on Fed, courts and schools
BOSTON – Former Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell used one of his first major public appearances since leaving office to defend independent institutions while...
The Presidential Physical Fitness Award is back as Trump revives annual fitness test in US schools
WASHINGTON – In a significant move aimed at enhancing physical fitness among American students, President Donald Trump has revived the Presidential Physical Fitness Award....