Schools & Kids

09/22/2026 · Otsego County

Supreme Court Receives New Petitions Regarding Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

The U.S. Supreme Court has received two new petitions asking it to review state laws mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. A Louisiana teacher argues the law violates the separation of church and state, while Texas families earlier challenged a similar measure.

09/13/2026

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Parents Seek Cost-Saving Strategies for School Year Expenses

Parents are utilizing diverse strategies to reduce costs as the new school year approaches. These methods include establishing savings accounts and purchasing discounted items from retail outlets.

09/13/2026

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Consumers Face Compounding Financial Pressures Amid Rising Costs

Households already carrying debt now confront a new series of financial challenges. These include increased costs for back-to-school items, potential expenses from hurricane season, and ongoing essential pet care.

09/13/2026

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Education Department Directs Schools on Race-Based Discipline Practices

The U.S. Education Department has instructed schools to discontinue considering race in student discipline decisions. This directive revives a discussion about the role of race in disciplinary actions within educational settings.

09/10/2026

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Pediatricians Raise Concerns About Vaping and Youth Smoking Risk

A recent report from the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has prompted warnings from doctors. Physicians express concerns that vaping could serve as an entry point for young people to begin smoking tobacco products.

09/10/2026

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Interlochen Arts Academy Reveals Decades of Abuse, Names Alleged Perpetrators

Interlochen Arts Academy, a prestigious Michigan boarding school, publicly released findings from an independent investigation into decades of abuse allegations. The report identified 88 alleged perpetrators and 238 alleged victims since the school's founding in 1962, including financier Jeffrey Epstein.

09/05/2026