Guest opinion: We don't need to control education – Standard-Examiner

Photo supplied, Libertas InstituteEducation is changing. That simple statement can make people on the left and right nervous.The rise of microschools and the increase in homeschooling are leading factors for their anxiety.Kerry McDonald pointed this out in her recent article: “There can be a strong desire, especially in public policy, to control others by imposing on them a specific set … Read more

Sonoma Valley school board eyes plan to boost arts education by … – Sonoma Index-Tribune

Creative Bridges and Sonoma Valley Unified School District provided a draft suggesting that the Strategic Arts Education Plan take the following steps in implementing the five-year Strategic Arts Education Plan.1. Develop a sequential, culturally relevant TK-12 California visual and performing arts (VAPA) standards-based curriculum for all students.2. Recruit, hire, support and retain credentialed VAPA specialized … Read more

The Metaverse in Education: A Paradigm Shift | by Jorgen Amari … – Medium

Jorgen AmariFollow—ListenShareThe concept of the metaverse has been steadily gaining ground in recent years, promising to revolutionize various aspects of human life. One of the most exciting areas where the metaverse is making a significant impact is education. Before delving into the metaverse’s applications in education, it is essential to understand what the metaverse actually … Read more

After initial denial, insurance steps in to cover $30,000 in roof repairs after water main break – Hawaii News Now

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The Aiea family struggling to get help repairing their home after a water main break caused around $100,000 in damage is getting some relief.The Cabatbat family says their insurance has agreed to help cover $30,000 in damage.The water main break and subsequent damage happened two months ago. The family says the main … Read more

Why is US health insurance tied to employment? – Vox.com

Filed under:Nobody would build a system like America’s on purpose.In the coming weeks, the majority of Americans will engage in a bizarre, mildly terrifying, distinctly American seasonal ritual. I refer, of course, to open enrollment — the time when you sign up for your health insurance plan.If you’re covered by your employer, it’s time for … Read more

West Ridge education center helps refugee children – Chicago Tribune

Lana Azizieh, 10, receives mathematics tutoring from Glenbrook North High School sophomore Joyce Ng at Forging Opportunities for Refugees in America, 6431 N. California Ave., Chicago, on Nov. 16, 2023. The education center, focused on helping refugee children with mathematics and literacy, currently enrolls more than 100 students and is in need of volunteer high … Read more

Minimum Wage Increase Linked to Small Decrease in Employer … – Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

Study also found no evidence that minimum wage increases led to changes in overall rates of insurance coverage, likely explained by enrollment in MedicaidA new study led by a researcher at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found that a $1 increase in state and federal minimum wages over the 2002–2020 period was … Read more

Elderly drivers 'targeted' by car insurance with 'astronomical' price … – GB News

Elderly drivers have accused car insurance providers of age discrimination By Felix Reeves Published: 26/11/2023Elderly drivers are less likely to shop around for their car insurance policyElderly drivers could be being unfairly targeted by car insurance companies who artificially inflate prices, potentially forcing motorists off the road.The price of motor insurance has increased dramatically in … Read more