Education
Maryland university president accused of dissertation plagiarism
A Daily Wire investigation has uncovered extensive plagiarism in the 1986 doctoral dissertation of Heidi M. Anderson, president of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. The allegations come amid a lawsuit from a former professor claiming racial discrimination under Anderson's leadership. Anderson has pledged an assessment of the claims.
Simon Amaya Price recounts his experience as a transgender desister
Simon Amaya Price, featured in a documentary by IW Features, describes how he identified as transgender at age 14 but later desisted before any medical interventions. His story highlights psychological and social influences in a Boston suburb high school. Price attributes his desistance to family pushback and a college experience that challenged his views.
Ecode Initiative Launched in Coosa Valley
Coosa Valley News reported on the launch of the Ecode program on September 15, 2025, aimed at promoting economic development through digital coding education in the region. The initiative seeks to equip local residents with skills for tech jobs, addressing unemployment and fostering innovation in northwest Georgia.
Iowa lawmaker exposes Des Moines schools chief's voting registration
An Iowa state lawmaker has disclosed that the superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools registered to vote despite her alleged illegal immigration status. The revelation highlights potential vulnerabilities in voter registration processes. Details emerged from public records and official statements.
Red Hat Releases September 2025 Learning Subscription Notes
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Red Hat has published release notes for its Learning Subscription on September 9, 2025, detailing updates to courses, features, and platform enhancements. These notes outline improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and content accessibility. The update reflects ongoing efforts to refine educational offerings in the open-source domain.
Spain leads in school discipline issues according to OECD report
Spain tops the OECD and EU rankings in disruptive school climate indicators, per the TALIS 2024 report. Teachers face noise, disorder, and heavy bureaucratic loads, spending up to 18% of class time on discipline. The government acknowledges the need for better training and reduced administrative tasks.
Playing musical instruments boosts children's reading skills
A new study reveals that children who learn to play musical instruments show significant improvements in reading abilities. The research highlights how musical training enhances phonological awareness, a key component of literacy development. These findings suggest potential benefits for integrating music education in schools.
Des Moines schools chief arrested by ICE for fake degrees
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Thomas Ahart, the superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents on suspicion of using fraudulent educational credentials. The arrest has exposed prior drug convictions and raised questions about his qualifications for the role.
ICE arrests Iowa school superintendent in apparent mistake
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Thomas Ahart, superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents while attending a routine immigration appointment for his wife. The Iowa native and U.S. citizen was released after authorities realized the error. The incident has sparked outrage and social media backlash.