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(StatePoint) Millions of people are concerned that artificial intelligence (AI) and other technological advances will take away the jobs people need to support themselves and their families. But a new study finds that many more afterschool programs are providing STEM (science, technology, en…
(StatePoint) September, which is National Piano Month, is an opportunity to explore a wider range of music, build your skills and discover new ways to express yourself through playing. Here are a few ways to celebrate this month and beyond:
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(NewsUSA) - As families prepare for a new school year, artificial intelligence will be in more and more classrooms. Much of the conversation has focused on whether schools should embrace it or fear it. Parents are asking a different question: Will it help my child succeed?
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(BPT) - Drones have come a long way from capturing scenic photos and videos. Today's models fly farther and longer, carry heavy payloads, and can be equipped with LiDAR, multispectral, and thermal sensors that gather rich datasets in a single pass. They can uncover the precise data stakehold…
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(NewsUSA) - As the summer winds down, many children look forward to the back-to-school season and the excitement of a new school year. However, for other children, transitioning to structured routines, managing academic pressures, and the fear of fitting in can cause significant anxiety. In …
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(NewsUSA) - The back-to-school season isn't just for school-age children. For many families with preschoolers, late summer is a time to evaluate early learning programs and consider which experiences will best support their child's growth during some of the most important years of development.
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(BPT) - Most students are focused on just getting through high school. However, some students finish high school with a diploma and a college degree thanks to dual enrollment programs.
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(NewsUSA) - Growing concerns about the mental health of America’s youth have prompted renewed discussions about the role of smartphones, social media and other digital technologies. While some proposals focus on restricting access or outright bans, new national polling indicates that many pa…
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(BPT) - At The Home Depot, the goal is to be a one-stop shop that helps Pros manage and grow their business — but running a business means fueling the teams behind it.
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(NewsUSA) - A survey sponsored by More Perfect and the Daniels Fund finds a rare consensus across age, party, and geography that civic education needs more investment even as confidence in institutions hits new lows ahead of the nation's 250th birthday.
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(BPT) - Jumpstart your business or next adventure with Ford Transit with Ford Employee Pricing now through July 6.
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(BPT) - The conversation surrounding American manufacturing has shifted as industries focus on strengthening domestic production, improving supply chain resilience and addressing persistent labor shortages. Overcoming those challenges requires more than just investment in infrastructure or t…
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(BPT) - For high school students and recent grads, concerns about AI impacting future career paths are looming. Studies show AI is on track to displace a wide range of jobs, primarily in corporate jobs and professional services. The careers most likely to be affected by the growth of AI incl…
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(BPT) - The need for behavioral health therapy, the broader term for how actions, habits and behaviors impact a person's overall physical and mental well-being, is on the rise. Yet, in this age where most everyone has a digital device in their pockets, the tools available to therapists and m…
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(BPT) - The life sciences are all about delivering real-world solutions to global health challenges. With access to renewable energy and some of the world's cleanest marine resources, Iceland's life sciences sector is meeting that challenge and making an outsize impact despite the country's …
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(BPT) - Cybercriminals are keeping pace with the latest technology. By harnessing AI, they are developing increasingly sophisticated techniques to commit their crimes, posing a growing threat to businesses, institutions and individuals worldwide. In a 2026 World Economic Forum survey of busi…
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(BPT) - On Sunday, June 7, more than 2,000 graduates crossed the stage at the Rosemont Theater in Rosemont, Illinois. The celebration marked a milestone that represents far more than knowledge, it stands as powerful proof that resilience and sacrifice are at the heart of every achievement.
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(BPT) - If you've ever consulted a financial advisor, or just searched "financial plan," you probably learned what you need: A list of your net worth (assets and liabilities), a budget, a debt management plan (if necessary) — and financial goals for the next year, five years, ten years or longer.
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(StatePoint) If you’re the parent of a college-bound student, you’ll soon be receiving financial aid award letters. Making sense of these letters and planning your next steps can help you navigate the years ahead.
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(StatePoint) American educators work every day to give their students a brighter future. Unfortunately, not all classrooms are equipped with tools and resources that match the dedication of teachers and the potential of students.
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(StatePoint) While every college admissions department evaluates applicants a bit differently, standardized test scores are a big piece of the equation at most schools. This means you’ll want to be as prepared as possible for your upcoming SAT. Here’s how to get ready for this crucial exam:
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(StatePoint) Success at school is about more than just what takes place in the classroom. How kids spend their time after the bell rings also matters. Here are four New Year’s resolutions you can make at home to help kids excel at school:
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(StatePoint) Afterschool programs give children and youth a safe place to connect and learn after the school day ends, and research shows that programs boost students’ academic achievement and help them engage with their communities. They help children succeed in school and in life by provid…
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(StatePoint) Whether you’re still a student or long past your school years, making learning a hobby outside the classroom can keep you sharp, particularly if you pair activities that involve logic, analysis and facts with those that involve creativity, imagination and intuition. Here are som…
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Ask a second-grader to tell you their favorite things about school and chances are they’ll say their friends, of course. When students go back to school this fall, they’ll crave a classroom reminiscent of pre-pandemic times. Most of all, they will want to see friends, sit next to friends and…
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Is it too early to talk about sending the kids back to school? Not for thousands of jittery, red-eyed Chicago parents who have been juggling work from home, squabbling siblings and a whirring turnstile of traffic to and from the parade of clubs, camps and carpools that punctuate our summerti…

