Military Veterans Becoming Teachers to Address Shortages

Military veterans are being hired as teachers across the country to address teaching shortages. Each state has its own requirements for veterans to qualify as teachers, but many veterans find they already possess the necessary skills for teaching.

Shortage of Teachers in Rural Alaska

Due to a shortage of teachers in rural districts in Alaska, foreign teachers are being brought in using special visas such as the J-1 Visa program. These teachers, primarily from the Philippines, are making significantly more money in Alaska and have access to resources and technologies that are not as readily available in their home country.

Teachers using stand-up comedy to combat classroom burnout

Teachers in Oregon and Washington are finding a way to combat classroom burnout by participating in stand-up comedy shows where they joke about their day jobs. The Teacher Show features educators of all levels sharing humorous stories from the classroom.

Poland's Education System Homework Restrictions

Poland's government has ordered strict limits on homework, making it optional for grades 4-8 and banning it for grades 1-3, sparking mixed reactions among students, parents, and educators.

Tennessee Judiciary Committee Passes Bill Allowing Some Teachers to Carry Handguns in Public Schools

Tennessee Judiciary Committee passes bill allowing some teachers to carry handguns in public schools, following a deadly shooting at a private Christian elementary school in Nashville. The bill requires specific training and authorization for teachers to carry firearms on school grounds.

White House State Dinner for Teachers

First Lady Jill Biden announces a White House State Dinner to honor America's top teachers, including the newly named National Teacher of the Year, Missy Testerman.

South Sudan school reopening after heatwave

South Sudan's government announces reopening of schools after a two-week closure due to extreme heat. Adverse effects of climate change, including heatwaves, flooding, and drought, have been experienced in recent years. Teachers advised to take precautions against heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

Missouri Proposed Bill on Teachers and Child Transgender Social Transition

Missouri proposed bill could make it a felony for teachers to promote a child's transgender-related social transition, potentially leading to being placed on the sex offender registry. The bill aims to put social learning development back in the hands of parents.

Gun Control and School Safety

Gun control activists are pressuring Utah Gov. Spencer Cox to reject a bill that would fund training for teachers who want to be armed for classroom defense. The bill provides free training for teachers with concealed carry permits to defend their classrooms against active threats.