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August 14, 2018

Colorado school district slashes Mondays, begins 4-day school week

A Colorado school district is attempting a $1 million science experiment -- cutting its school week to four days.

July 8, 2018

Correction: Idaho Governor-Native American Candidate story

In a story July 7 about an Idaho gubernatorial candidate, The Associated Press reported erroneously the religious affiliation of former Democratic Gov. Cecil Andrus.

June 26, 2018

2nd Dartmouth professor leaves in sex misconduct case

One of three Dartmouth College psychology professors facing sexual misconduct allegations has resigned following an investigation and recommendation that the school fire him.

June 25, 2018

Suspected killer of Christy Mirack charged 25 years later in Pennsylvania

Prosecutors in Pennsylvania on Monday announced an arrest in the murder of Christy Mirack, 25 years after she was found dead in her Lancaster County home.

June 25, 2018

Georgia teacher's dying wish fulfilled by students

A Georgia elementary school teacher who passed away earlier this month after a fight with cancer made a touching final request, according to BBC.

June 21, 2018

Audit faults University of California sex misconduct process

State auditors are faulting the University of California for not addressing sexual misconduct complaints on time and not disciplining faculty swiftly.

June 20, 2018

Ex-teacher who made anti-gay comments settles lawsuit

A former New Jersey high school teacher who resigned after posting anti-gay comments on her Facebook page has settled a discrimination lawsuit against the school district.

June 14, 2018

Troops to teachers brings service from the battlefield to the classroom

From leading battalions to teaching in classrooms, a program is aiming to help soldiers succeed in civilian life as teachers.

June 14, 2018

Teacher who tackled Indiana school shooter will return to classroom in fall

The science teacher who was shot while tackling a student who opened fire inside an Indiana classroom and stopped a school shooting said Wednesday that "without a doubt" he'll be back teaching in the fall.

June 5, 2018

Tennessee finalizes settlement with ousted chancellor

The University of Tennessee has finalized a $1.33 million settlement with ousted chancellor Beverly Davenport, formally ending her employment after a tumultuous tenure lasting less than a year and a half.