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May 17, 2024 at 12:06 AM
Texas town to honor soon-to-be retired high school track coach
Coach Joe McKinney is retiring after 34 years in the Poth Independent School District. The community organized a special day to honor him.
May 17, 2024 at 12:06 AM
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Pre-K students are fascinated by teacher's overhead projector
Students were blown away with Ms. G's overheard project that was once owned by her mom.
May 15, 2024 at 8:40 PM
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Quintuplets celebrate college graduation from the same university
A set of quintuplets from New Jersey are now all graduates of the same school in their home state — albeit with different majors
May 15, 2024 at 6:36 PM
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Teen accepted into over 200 colleges reveals her school choice
A Georiga high school student has been accepted into over 230 colleges and awarded over $14 million in scholarships.
May 15, 2024 at 6:07 PM
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Quintuplets graduate together at Montclair State University
Five kids born just minutes apart on the Fourth of July will be graduating together from Montclair State University.
May 15, 2024 at 12:16 AM
May 14, 2024 at 1:40 AM
17-year-old girl earns doctorate degree
Dorothy Jean Tillman earned her associates degree at 10, her bachelors at 13, her masters at 15 and now her doctorate in behavioral health at 17.
May 14, 2024 at 1:40 AM
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Senior gets accepted to over 200 universities with over $14 million in scholarships
Madison Crowell wanted to show younger kids that they can get into schools all around the country.
May 13, 2024 at 7:24 PM
May 13, 2024 at 1:42 AM
US school districts brace for massive teacher layoffs
Federal funding passed during the COVID-19 pandemic is now set to expire.
May 13, 2024 at 1:42 AM
May 9, 2024 at 7:23 PM
Student loan rates set to reach 16-year high: 'It's a shock'
The move could add thousands to a borrower's total payments, one expert said.
May 9, 2024 at 7:23 PM
May 9, 2024 at 6:54 PM
This cruise line just announced year-round discounts for teachers
Teachers eyeing a summer vacation can find discounts and onboard credits on Norwegian Cruise Line.
May 9, 2024 at 6:54 PM
May 9, 2024 at 2:49 PM
School bus driver on a mission to spread positivity to students
A Florida school bus driver is spreading positivity with students' handwritten messages and drawings lining the inside of his school bus.
May 9, 2024 at 2:49 PM
May 8, 2024 at 10:38 PM
Arkansas cannot prevent 2 teachers from discussing critical race theory in classroom, judge rules
A federal judge has ruled Arkansas cannot prevent two high school teachers from discussing critical race theory in the classroom but is stopping short of more broadly blocking the state from enforcing its ban on so-called indoctrination in public schools
May 8, 2024 at 10:38 PM
May 8, 2024 at 12:01 AM
Longtime friends with Down syndrome are ready to attend college together
Jules Gray and Ava Shahbahrami from Lexington, South Carolina, have been best friends since first grade and will continue their strong bond at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
May 8, 2024 at 12:01 AM
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Want to show teachers appreciation? This top school gives them more freedom
A top Florida public school attributes its students’ high test scores to the creativity its teachers are allowed in the classroom
May 6, 2024 at 1:18 PM
May 4, 2024 at 10:28 AM
Saint Augustine's University teachers have not been paid, risks being shut down
Saint Augustine's University buying time before forced to losing accreditation.
May 4, 2024 at 10:28 AM
May 3, 2024 at 6:07 PM
More Gen Zers choosing non-traditional routes after high school graduation
High tuition costs are causing some students to opt for trade schools over four-year colleges.
May 3, 2024 at 6:07 PM
May 3, 2024 at 2:59 PM
Inside White House dinner to honor teachers
"GMA" gets an exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the special State Dinner at the White House to honor America’s top teachers.
May 3, 2024 at 2:59 PM
May 2, 2024 at 9:59 PM
11 sets of twins set to graduate high school together
"It's really nice to know that like in each class there's someone that's been on the same path as you as far as siblings go," said Gianna DiPerna, who is graduating with her twin Gabriella DiPerna.
May 2, 2024 at 9:59 PM
May 2, 2024 at 1:51 AM
Legacy In Peril: An HBCU's journey navigating debt and accreditation issues
Historically Black Colleges and Universities face unique challenges, including funding. ABC's Morgan Norwood spoke to the president of St. Augustine's University about their financial struggles.
May 2, 2024 at 1:51 AM
May 1, 2024 at 8:30 PM
How book bans are impacting Asian authors
In 2023, unique book titles saw a 60% rise in removal or restriction in schools and libraries compared to the previous year.
May 1, 2024 at 8:30 PM
May 1, 2024 at 5:06 PM
Proud dad cannot contain his excitement over daughter’s impressive SAT score
His reaction is absolutely everything.
May 1, 2024 at 5:06 PM
April 30, 2024 at 10:41 PM
Formerly incarcerated single mom passes bar on 1st try
“It doesn’t matter where you come from, it matters where you’re going,” Fordham Law student Afrika Owens told "GMA."
April 30, 2024 at 10:41 PM
April 30, 2024 at 4:58 PM
Morehouse not rescinding Biden's commencement invitation amid some criticism
Morehouse College will still bring Biden to speak at the school's commencement on May 19, amid some complaints from faculty, students and alumni over the Israel-Hamas war
April 30, 2024 at 4:58 PM
April 28, 2024 at 3:26 PM
High school seniors choosing between traditional college or trade schools
As tuition and other costs for a four-year college degree soar, many Gen Zers are staying away from traditional colleges and joining trade schools and apprenticeships.
April 28, 2024 at 3:26 PM
April 26, 2024 at 9:50 PM
Editor-in-chief of Columbia's student newspaper talks protests on campus
Isabella Ramirez, the editor-in-chief and president of Columbia's student newspaper, joins ABC News Live to discuss anti-war protests at the university.
April 26, 2024 at 9:50 PM
April 25, 2024 at 11:46 PM
Fewer companies requiring new employees to have a degree
Newly graduated college students are learning their degrees may carry less weight than they did in prior decades. The panel discusses the significance of college degrees.
April 25, 2024 at 11:46 PM
April 25, 2024 at 10:11 AM
At Columbia protests, Johnson booed and heckled as he calls for 'order'
During his visit to Columbia University, Speaker Mike Johnson joined New York House Republicans in calling on Minouche Shafik to potentially resign
April 25, 2024 at 10:11 AM
April 24, 2024 at 8:32 PM
USDA announces changes to school meals: What to know
School meals will get a makeover thanks to the new rules from the USDA.
April 24, 2024 at 8:32 PM
April 24, 2024 at 6:06 PM
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to visit Columbia University protesters
Protests on college campuses across the country have been calling for the divestment of funds from Israeli military operations.
April 24, 2024 at 6:06 PM
April 24, 2024 at 4:01 PM
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont pushes for more financial literacy education in schools
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont spoke with ABC News Live's Linsey Davis about his push to bring more financial literacy programs to young students.
April 24, 2024 at 4:01 PM
April 22, 2024 at 11:39 PM
California teen celebrates Yale acceptance with family
High school student Metztli Lopez, who plans to study law, was also accepted to Columbia University, Duke University, UCLA, the UC Berkeley and several other top schools.
April 22, 2024 at 11:39 PM
April 22, 2024 at 6:07 PM
How to manage back-to-school stress for parents, students and teachers
Psychologist Leah Lagos shares advice on how to deal with school-related anxiety.
April 22, 2024 at 6:07 PM
April 22, 2024 at 2:07 PM
Medical student calls mom who died, informs she matched to her top residency program
In 2020, Paighton Noel called her mom, Jacquie Sorrells, that she got into medical school. Four years later, Noel called her mom, who passed away, to leave a voicemail about another exciting update.
April 22, 2024 at 2:07 PM
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USC redesigns commencement program, canceling all speakers
The University of Southern California announced it redesigned its commencement program and canceled all speakers after earlier canceling the valedictorian's address because of "security concerns."
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USC cancels all commencement speakers after canceled valedictorian speech
The University of Southern California announced on Friday all commencement speakers are being eliminated from the commencement ceremony next week.
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USC valedictorian speaks out after school canceled her commencement speech
Asna Tabassum, the valedictorian of the University of Southern California, opened up about the decision by school leaders to cancel her commencement speech.
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Students protest at Columbia University following president's congressional hearing
Protestors swarmed the Columbia University campus as frustration grows over the school's handling of antisemitism.
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USC cancels valedictorian’s speech citing security concerns
ABC News’ Phil Lipof spoke with pro-Palestinian University of Southern California valedictorian Asna Tabassum about the controversy surrounding her canceled graduation speech.
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Congressional committee grills Columbia University president on campus antisemitism
Columbia University President Nemat "Minouche" Shafik testified Wednesday before a congressional committee investigating antisemitism on the New York City campus.
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Financial aid for college in chaos amid new FAFSA
Following the update of the FAFSA form, here’s what parents should know about the changes and what they can do to help their college-bound students.
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USC cancels valedictorian's speech amid Palestinian support, student decries decision
The University of Southern California has come under fire for canceling the speech of a student's valedictorian's speech at commencement.
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Teen goes viral for sharing college rejection letter
Nicole Laeno's rejection letter from UCLA has over 45 million views on TikTok.
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Lincoln University administrator's suicide spotlights Black women's struggles
The death of an administrator at Lincoln University has brought attention to the difficulties that Black women face in the education system.
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Biden cancels another $7.4 billion in student debt
The new round of student loan forgiveness frees up 277,000 borrowers of $7.4 billion in debt.
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White House cancels $7.4B in student debt
President Joe Biden is canceling more than $7 billion in student loan debt for more borrowers. Plus, Uber is boosting its safety features.
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Education secretary elevates deputy amid focus on affordability, enrollment deadlines
Prior to her work at the Education Department, LaWanda Toney ran the strategic communications team at the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA).
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Biden has forgiven billions in student loans. Voters may not have noticed.
Will President Joe Biden get credit for canceling billions in student loans?
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Biden announces more student loan relief plans in battleground Wisconsin
President Biden announced new student debt forgiveness plans in battleground Wisconsin on Monday that could impact over 30 million Americans if implemented.
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How one group makes STEM accessible to kids in NYC
STEM Kids NYC offers programs to engage youth in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and "GMA" has some surprises in store for the team who runs it.
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Joe Biden poised to make large-scale student loan forgiveness announcement
President Joe Biden is expected to make an announcement on Monday on a new attempt at a large-scale student loan forgiveness program.
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