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North Adams' Colegrove Summer Program Fosters Creativity and Community Engagement

North Adams' Colegrove Summer Program Fosters Creativity and Community Engagement

North Adams' Colegrove Summer Program Fosters Creativity and Community Engagement
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Medina County Fair Celebrates Local Agriculture and 4-H Traditions

Medina County Fair Celebrates Local Agriculture and 4-H Traditions

The Medina County Fair, a longstanding summer tradition, opens on Monday, celebrating the region's agricultural heritage and 4-H programs. The fair, which has been held since 1845, features a variety of attractions including rides, fair food, and entertainment such as demolition derbies and tractor pulls. However, its primary focus remains on showcasing local agriculture, with exhibits of farm products, crafts, and livestock. The fair provides a platform for young 4-H and FFA members to display their projects, emphasizing the importance of farming skills and community involvement.
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Casey’s Launches $1.4 Million Fundraising Campaign for School Support

Casey’s Launches $1.4 Million Fundraising Campaign for School Support

Casey’s General Stores has initiated its annual Cash for Classrooms campaign, aiming to raise $1.4 million to support K-12 public and nonprofit private schools. The campaign allows customers to contribute by rounding up purchases, adding donations at checkout, and buying Coca-Cola products, which contribute a portion of sales to the fund. Since its inception in 2020, the program has awarded over 500 grants totaling $6.2 million. The funds are used for physical improvements, material needs, and community engagement initiatives in schools across Casey’s operational areas.
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Women of Colour Hockey Collective broadens its reach by introducing the game to Jamaican children

Women of Colour Hockey Collective broadens its reach by introducing the game to Jamaican children

Women of Colour Hockey Collective broadens its reach by holding a recent weekend clinic in Jamaica
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Architecture's Role in Supporting Education for Displaced Children

Architecture's Role in Supporting Education for Displaced Children

Architecture plays a crucial role in supporting education for displaced children, particularly in borderlands and refugee settlements. Schools in these areas serve as more than just educational facilities; they are vital infrastructures that provide stability and continuity in the face of displacement. According to UNHCR, approximately 45 million of the world's forcibly displaced people were children under the age of eighteen at the end of 2025. These schools must navigate the challenges of emergency conditions while offering a sense of belonging and safety. Humanitarian architecture faces the task of creating educational environments that can adapt to uncertain futures and support the needs of displaced communities.
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Bike, walk along Orangetown's Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail

Bike, walk along Orangetown's Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail

Looking for a walking or biking trail? Take a look at the Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail, which spans several hamlets in Rockland County's Orangetown, NY.
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Why isn't there an SSI payment in August 2026? What to know

Why isn't there an SSI payment in August 2026? What to know

Supplemental Security Income recipients won't receive an SSI payment in August 2026 because the benefit was issued early on July 31. Here's the full payment schedule.
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Humanitarian Architecture Faces Challenges in Supporting Displaced Children's Education

Humanitarian Architecture Faces Challenges in Supporting Displaced Children's Education

Humanitarian architecture is increasingly tasked with supporting education for millions of displaced children worldwide. According to UNHCR, approximately 45 million of the world's 117.8 million forcibly displaced people were children under the age of eighteen at the end of 2025. Schools in borderlands, refugee settlements, and areas affected by climate-induced displacement are not just educational facilities but also spaces that provide continuity and safety amid instability. The challenge lies in constructing educational environments that can adapt to the uncertain futures faced by these children.
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Catoosa County School Construction Funding Dispute Leads to Legal Action

Catoosa County School Construction Funding Dispute Leads to Legal Action

A legal dispute has arisen in Catoosa County over the funding of school construction projects. The Catoosa County School District has filed a lawsuit against the county's Board of Commissioners, accusing them of failing to approve a necessary bond resolution. This resolution is crucial for securing funds through an education sales tax approved by voters last year. The school district aims to use these funds to expedite construction at Boynton Elementary. However, some commissioners are concerned about the financial risks, including potential interest costs, associated with issuing the bonds.
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Stew Leonard’s bringing $15.99 warm buttered lobster rolls to stores this weekend

Stew Leonard’s bringing $15.99 warm buttered lobster rolls to stores this weekend

Stew Leonard’s is selling warm buttered lobster rolls for $15.99 at stores, including Yonkers. Here’s when to get them.
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Kentucky Law Mandates Shift to Phonics-Based Reading Instruction and Addresses Teacher Misconduct

Kentucky Law Mandates Shift to Phonics-Based Reading Instruction and Addresses Teacher Misconduct

A new law in Kentucky, House Bill 253, signed by Governor Andy Beshear, mandates a shift in reading instruction methods in schools. The law requires the phasing out of the three-cueing teaching method, which relies on visual cues, by 2029. Instead, it promotes phonics-based instruction, focusing on teaching students to read by sounding out letters. This change aims to improve reading comprehension by linking letters to sounds. Additionally, the law addresses teacher misconduct by prohibiting non-disclosure agreements in cases involving minors and establishing protections against hiring individuals with a history of misconduct involving students.
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Cleveland Hosts Multiple Back-to-School Events Offering Free Supplies and Resources

Cleveland Hosts Multiple Back-to-School Events Offering Free Supplies and Resources

Cleveland is organizing several back-to-school events to provide free school supplies, backpacks, and other resources to families. Events such as the CMSD Back-to-School Festival and the Pre4CLE Preschool Palooza offer not only supplies but also wellness checks, haircuts, and family activities. These events are designed to support families as they prepare for the new school year, ensuring that students have the necessary tools and resources. The events are spread across various locations in Cleveland, making them accessible to a wide range of families.