Looking for a unique gift idea? 5 ways to give the gift of learning

(BPT) - As the holidays approach, gift giving can be a thoughtful way to spread the holiday spirit and let a loved one know you are thinking of them. While there are many unique gift ideas, there is …
Why men should consider filling the nation’s need for nurses

(BPT) - If you had told me at 16 years old, a recent high school drop-out, that I would one day have a successful career with a C-suite title, I wouldn't have believed you. I spent years struggling …

Education & Careers

Driving professional impact: 5 ways rising leaders use AI

(BPT) - Generative AI is everywhere, especially in the workplace. In fact, many aspiring leaders in the workplace are excited about the widespread adoption of AI and recognize it as a valuable tool …
Voters in 12 states approved seven and defeated five state education ballot measures on Nov. 5
Qian Weizhong // VCG via Getty Images Voters decided on 12 education-related state ballot measures—the most in 18 years— on the …
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Winners and losers in public school funding: How does your state compare?
SoupAhDopeVisuals // Shutterstock National Education Month is not only a great time to honor the important work of teachers and …
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As the US invests in infrastructure at record levels, construction workers may be hard to find
Sach336699 // Shutterstock Between a growing housing deficit and historic federal funding for infrastructure improvements, …
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As more public schools offer prekindergarten, a teacher shortage is slowing progress
Ground Picture // Shutterstock Universal pre-K has been shown to prepare children for school, narrow the achievement gap, and help …
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Workplace mental health issues worsening, national survey finds
Doidam 10 // Shutterstock In a revealing new report titled "Colleagues in Crisis," Wysa, a provider of AI-driven mental health …
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Facing growing dissatisfaction, hospital nurses look to make a change
Dragana Gordic // Shutterstock From long working hours to emotionally draining situations, nursing has always been a demanding job. …
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Former math teacher explains why some students are ‘good’ at math and others lag behind

A former math teacher explains what’s behind the recent drop in math scores for the nation’s fourth and eighth graders.

Give your student the gift of security with renters insurance

(BPT) - The fall semester is wrapping up, which means your student will soon be coming home for winter break.During this time, they’ll leave plenty of important items in their dorm, like a …

Ecommerce in 2025: 5 trends shaping the future of online selling

(Family Features) Thanks to the explosion of ecommerce over the past couple decades, consumers can find virtually any product or service they can think of online.

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Helping heroes RISE: Wounded vets thrive in accessible smart homes

(BPT) - Romulo "Romy" CamargoU.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 (Retired)"Freedom and security are precious gifts that we, as Americans, should never take for granted. We must do all we can to extend …

Help Create A More Accepting and Inclusive Society for All

(NAPSI)—Everyone deserves a place to call home, the freedom to live in safety, and the opportunity to work for a better life. Yet, this is too often not the case for LGBTQ+ people. Barriers toward …

3 ways small businesses can use technology this holiday season to thrive

(BPT) - The holiday season is right around the corner, and if recent retail sales forecasts are any indication, it's going to be a massive year for small businesses. The Mintel Holiday Shopping …

Ways to Keep Multifamily Projects on Budget: Affordable Kitchen & Bath Products and Helpful Tools for Trade Pros

(BPT) - With multifamily construction projects reaching as high as $700 per square foot this year, effective cost planning is essential for any build. Identifying affordable, yet functional products …
15% of public school students have disabilities. Resources to support them can vary dramatically

By law, students with disabilities have the right to education. AccessiBe examined federal data and found that not all students with disabilities get the opportunities.

14 states pledge to cut chronic absenteeism rates by half over 5 years

Chalkbeat reports on a new challenge taken up by fourteen states to reduce the rate at which children miss school.

College costs are skyrocketing. Does attending a pricier school pay off?

Study.com analyzed data from the Department of Education and U.S. News & World Report to see how the costs of college corresponded to career earnings.

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12:05 PM, Nov 14, 2024

(BPT) - By Mary Kay Bowman, EVP, GM of Payments and Financial Services at BILLTechnology has become so ingrained in our daily routines that it feels like paper checks should already be a thing of the …
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11:00 PM, Sep 15, 2024

(Family Features) Preparing your student for a new year of education takes on many forms and equipping them with the top tech for a successful school year is a critical time.
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