ICE arrests Iowa school superintendent in apparent mistake

September 29, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

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.

Des Moines schools chief arrested by ICE for fake degrees

October 05, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

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.

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 Launches JOINED Challenge for September 2025

Red Hat has announced the JOINED Challenge for its Learning Community in September 2025, aimed at engaging participants in collaborative learning activities. The initiative encourages community members to join forces in tackling real-world problems using Red Hat technologies. This event is part of ongoing efforts to foster skill development in open-source environments.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Florida representative files bill to rename college roads after Charlie Kirk

October 09, 2025 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Florida state Representative Kevin Steele has introduced House Bill 113, requiring public colleges and universities to rename specific roads after the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Non-compliant institutions would face withholding of state funds. The proposal aims to honor Kirk, who was assassinated in September 2025 at Utah Valley University.