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School district shortens i-Ready contract over screen time, testing concerns
2+ hour, 47+ min ago (800+ words) CHARLOTTE, N. C. "Earlier this week, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education shortened its upcoming contract with the company behind i-Ready, an online program for reading and math that provides individualized instruction and tracks student progress. Some board members expressed concerns over…...
'I do everything for my dad': Nursing program graduates 6
1+ day, 25+ min ago (224+ words) Help is on the way at an area nursing home. Six students on Friday graduated from the Glendale Home's Certified Nursing Assistant training program and will become CNAs at the home. Families celebrated with flowers, balloons, cake and in Kimberly…...
Buffalo Public Schools' free summer meal program to begin July 7
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (220+ words) Spectrum News Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More Buffalo Public Schools' free summer meal program to begin July 7 Buffalo Public Schools' free summer meal program will begin on Monday,…...
Summertime screen time health and safety reminders
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (359+ words) BUFFALO, N. Y. " The kids might be out of school, but there is one aspect of it that will follow them through summer break. That's a screen. From the TV to the tablet, it is inevitable that you'll have some sort of…...
Energy drinks draw attention over caffeine levels
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (458+ words) COLUMBUS, Ohio " As energy drinks continue to gain popularity, doctors are urging consumers to pay closer attention to caffeine levels and other ingredients that may be contained in the products." The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned excessive caffeine…...
Wake Forest University will cover tuition for some students
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (221+ words) A new program at Wake Forest University will cover the full cost of tuition and living expenses for some students. Under the "North Carolina Gateway to Wake Forest University" program, undergraduate students qualify if their annual family income is less…...
Salvation Army Kahului Corps calls on community to help Maui students
2+ day, 22+ hour ago (171+ words) The Salvation Army Kahului Corps is holding its annual Adopt a Backpack school supply drive and assistance program and invites community members to support Maui school children across the island by donating new school supplies and backpacks through July 18. Donations…...
Kid doc summer camp gives students hands-on introduction to healthcare careers
1+ week, 4+ day ago (366+ words) COLUMBIA, S. C. " As healthcare workforce shortages continue to impact communities across the country, one summer program in Columbia is working to inspire the next generation of medical professionals. Kid Doc Summer Camp, a free medical enrichment program for rising middle school…...
2026 Kids Count data shows N. Y. ranks 30th in nation in overall child health
1+ week, 3+ day ago (164+ words) Schuyler Center breaks down 2026 Kids Count data showing N. Y. ranks 30th in nation in overall child health NY State of Politics Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Learn More Schuyler Center breaks down…...
Syracuse preschool reopens after brief license suspension last week
1+ week, 4+ day ago (109+ words) A Syracuse preschool is back open after it was shut down by the state Office of Children and Family Services. Jowonio School's license was suspended last Wednesday. According to OCFS, a complaint lodged in February showed violations about children being…...