The US Department of Education's budget has increased significantly since 2015, reaching $250 billion in 2024, despite a decline in employee numbers. The department plans to continue funding statutory programs such as formula funding, student loans, and Pell Grants, despite layoffs.
https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/education-department-cuts-workforce-in-move-toward-more-state-control-doe-linda-mcmahon-trump-funding-doge-choice-politics#The attorneys general of 22 US states have filed a lawsuit against the President's directive to eliminate the Department of Education, citing an unlawful violation of the separation of powers. The lawsuit argues that Congress has authorized the department through various acts and appropriations, rendering the President's attempt to dismantle it unconstitutional.
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/03/13/James-state-AGs-sue-Trump-Education-Department/4311741880826/According to a survey, people use Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT at varying frequencies, with 34% using them daily, 18% several times a week, and 10% almost constantly. Half of users employ LLMs for personal purposes, while 11% use them for school. The models are also used as search engines, for brainstorming ideas, summarizing documents, planning trips or gatherings, and facilitating conversations, with 65% of users having had a back-and-forth interaction with the technology.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/science-and-tech/artificial-intelligence/half-of-americans-regularly-use-artificial-intelligence-tech-like-chatgpt-survey-saysForty-five colleges are under investigation for their ties to the PhD Project, a program aimed at increasing diversity in STEM fields. Major public universities such as Arizona State University and Ohio State University, alongside prestigious private schools like Yale University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, are among those being scrutinized. The investigation is focused on potential conflicts of interest and whether these institutions are providing adequate support to PhD Project participants.
https://whyy.org/articles/trump-anti-dei-investigations-universities/More than 50 US universities are under investigation over concerns about their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices, according to a report. The National News Desk has learned that the Department of Education is scrutinizing institutions for potential non-compliance with federal regulations.
https://krcgtv.com/news/nation-world/more-than-50-universities-under-department-of-education-doe-investigation-after-warning-over-dei-diversity-equity-inclusion-practices-race-exclusionary-civil-rights-illegal-discrimination-education-secretary-linda-mcmahon-phd-projectAbu Dhabi is introducing an assessment system for services aimed at children and families, including camps, after-school programmes, family entertainment centres, libraries, children's museums and play areas. The system will use a set of criteria based on global best practices tailored to the UAE's culture and values.
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/uae/abu-dhabi-assessment-system-children-servicesThe Global Day event at Ajman University featured a diverse range of artistic and cultural performances from 15 communities, including Spain's debut participation. The event showcased traditional fashion shows with students from over 30 countries, highlighting their unique heritage and traditions. Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of the university, emphasized the institution's commitment to fostering an inclusive academic community, citing its ranking as #3 for international students and #6 for faculty members worldwide in the 2025 QS World University Rankings.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/news/2025/03/13/ajman-university-celebrates-global-day-2025Andhra Pradesh government has declared Half-a-Day schools for Classes I to IX from March 15 to April 23, with half-day timings starting at 7:45 am and ending at 12:30 pm in all management schools across the state. The decision was issued by School Education director V. Vijay Rama Raju, affecting government, Zilla Parishad, Municipal, Private Aided, and Private Recognised Unaided Schools.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/andhra-pradesh/ap-declares-half-day-schools-for-classes-i-to-ix-from-march-15-1866815The Marcos administration has supported the construction of two science high schools in Marikina City and Bacoor, Cavite. Education Secretary Sonny Angara led the groundbreaking ceremony for the 12-story building of the Bacoor City Science and Technology High School, which will feature state-of-the-art facilities including classrooms, laboratories, computer centers, and collaborative learning spaces.
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