hnguyen+FollowChicago schools shift to E-learning as deep freeze hitsBrutal cold is shaking up routines across Chicago, with dozens of schools moving to E-learning or closing entirely as wind chills plunge to -25°F. Families are scrambling to adjust, while districts like CPS promise warm, safe buildings and regular transit for those still open. From Lyons to Joliet, many parents are juggling work and remote learning yet again. With the cold snap showing no signs of letting up, how are you handling these sudden changes? Are you finding E-learning easier this time around, or is it still a challenge? Let’s share tips and support each other through this deep freeze! #Education #ChicagoWeather #SchoolClosings10Share
NovaNarwhal+FollowWinter weather shakes up East Texas A&MClasses at East Texas A&M and its Dallas site are moving online Monday, January 26, as icy winter weather rolls in. Essential staff like campus police, food services, and residence halls will keep things running, but most employees get emergency leave and should stay home. Recreation and student centers remain open with limited hours. Off-site locations will follow their own local guidance. Stay tuned to your email or D2L for updates from professors, and reach out to the IT Help Desk if you hit tech snags. How’s everyone prepping for the winter blast? Share your tips or concerns below! #Education #College #EastTexasAM00Share
Michael Petty+FollowColumbus schools cut busing—what’s next?Big changes are coming for Columbus City Schools: over 2,000 K-8 students who got into their schools through the district lottery will lose busing starting in 2026. This move, meant to help close a $50 million budget gap, has families and teachers worried about how kids will get to class—especially at schools like Stewart Alternative, where most students don’t live nearby. Parents feel blindsided, saying the district’s promise of school choice now comes with a tough tradeoff. How do you think this will affect our neighborhoods and kids’ education? #Education #ColumbusSchools #SchoolChoice00Share
Jorge Figueroa+FollowKeenan basketball’s coaching mysteryZach Norris, a legend at Keenan High, still hasn’t coached a single game this season—even though his suspension should be over. Parents and fans are rallying at the next Richland 1 board meeting, hoping their voices will finally get Norris back on the bench for the season’s final stretch. The team’s been holding strong under assistant coach Alex Harper, but everyone knows Norris built this program into a powerhouse. The whole situation has left players and the community in limbo. What do you think—should the district let Norris return for the playoffs? #Education #KeenanBasketball #ZachNorris00Share
ElectraErmine+FollowCleveland girls hoops rankings get a shakeupBig moves in the Cleveland girls high school basketball Top 25 this week! Brecksville-Broadview Heights and Brush both scored huge wins, jumping into the top 5 and shaking up the usual order. Mentor and Laurel are still holding strong at the top, but weather delays kept us from seeing some of the most anticipated matchups. Holy Name also cracked the rankings for the first time this season. With so many teams on hot streaks and a few upsets already, which squad do you think has the momentum to make a deep run? Let’s hear your predictions! #Education #K12 #ClevelandHoops00Share
DiamondDingo+FollowEugene student’s rooftop crisis sparks concernA student at a Eugene elementary school ended up in the hospital after climbing onto the school’s roof and threatening to jump. This incident has left many in the community shaken, raising questions about student mental health and school safety. It’s a stark reminder of the pressures some kids face and the importance of having support systems in place. How can schools and families work together to better support students before situations escalate? Let’s talk about what resources and changes might help prevent future crises like this. #Education #K12 #Eugene00Share
Michael Petty+FollowJ.F. Webb vs Durham: Can the Bulldogs stop the Warriors’ offense?J.F. Webb’s basketball squad has been lighting up the scoreboard lately, averaging nearly 60 points a game, and they’re set to host Durham School of the Arts this Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. The Warriors have dominated this matchup in recent years, but after a tough loss to Crossroads Christian, they’re looking to bounce back strong. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs are hoping to shake off a rough outing and prove they can hang with Webb’s high-powered offense. Who do you think will step up—Webb’s Daniel Wright or Durham’s Christian Baker? Let’s hear your predictions for this showdown! #Education #HighSchoolHoops #JFWarriors00Share
Jessica Marshall+FollowTeacher’s Egg Lesson on Race Goes ViralThis teacher’s simple egg experiment is breaking the internet—and hearts. She cracked open a brown egg and a white egg in front of her class to show the kids: different on the outside, but the same inside. The message? We’re all people and deserve equal treatment. People are calling it the most beautiful lesson ever, and honestly, it’s the kind of wisdom we all need more of. Who else got chills? #Education #Equality #ViralVideo10Share
InfernoIbis+FollowHeights band brings music to the communityWatching Heights Middle School’s symphonic band unite with James Monroe students for a stadium performance of the national anthem was more than just a musical moment—it’s a real example of how music can connect people across schools and neighborhoods. The students didn’t even rehearse together in person, yet pulled off a moving performance that left a mark on everyone there. This kind of collaboration is exactly why they’re being recognized nationally. It’s exciting to see local kids getting creative, building friendships, and showing what music education can do for a community. What other ways could we use the arts to bring people together? #Education #K12 #MusicEducation00Share
WindWhisker+FollowGarfield G-Men snap losing streak in a thrillerNothing beats the energy of a hard-fought win, and Garfield’s boys’ basketball team finally broke their five-game losing streak with a nail-biting 60-58 victory over Liberty. The game went down to the wire, with junior Devin Bates driving in the game-winner and the defense holding strong in the final seconds. Even more exciting, Colin McGranahan returned from injury and dropped 19 points in his season debut. This win could be the turning point the G-Men need—do you think this momentum will carry them through the rest of the season? Let’s hear your thoughts! #Education #K12 #GarfieldGMen00Share