Some Student Loan Forgiveness Blocked By Trump Administration Resumes: What To Know

The American Federation of Teachers sued, saying blocking student loan holders from programs violated mandates in borrowers’ loan terms.

Education Department Layoffs Hit Offices Overseeing Special Ed, Civil Rights Enforcement

The cuts play into President Donald Trump's broader plan to shut down the Education Department and parcel its operations to other agencies.

It’s Banned Books Week: Here Are The Titles Most Often Removed From Libraries

“Censorship Is So 1984— Read for Your Rights” is the theme of Banned Books Week, Oct. 5-11. Events are planned around the country.

Last Chance To Vote! Which School Will Win The $1 Million Grand Prize?

Only one finalist will win big. Vote today in T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights before the competition ends.

25 High Schools. $1 Million On The Line. Who Will Win Big?

These finalists already scored $25K, but only one will walk away with a $1M field upgrade. Cast your vote before time runs out.

Vote Now: Which High School Deserves A $1M Football Field Upgrade?

Communities rallied hard to reach the finals — now your vote will help decide who claims T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights grand prize.

Back to School: Simple Ways to Start the Day Right

How families can build successful school mornings, from the Director of School Quality at National Heritage Academies

Rise Of AI Tools Forces Schools To Reconsider What Counts As Cheating

"We have to ask ourselves, what is cheating?" says a former teacher of the year recipient. "Because I think the lines are getting blurred."

Parents Worry Most About These 10 Things As Kids Go Back To School

Parents responding to a national poll expressed a range of worries about their children’s physical and mental health as school starts.

‘Perfect Storm’ For Infectious Diseases Brews As Kids Head Back To School

With the uncertainty surrounding federal policies, local schools should take offense in the battle against infectious diseases, experts say.

​College Isn't In The Plans For Many Rural Students Despite Stepped-Up Recruiting Efforts

Many rural school districts have begun offering college-level courses and are removing academic and financial obstacles to higher education.

Crossing Guards, Custodians, Bus Drivers & Beyond — Who Makes Your School Awesome?!

Teachers, cafeteria crews, admin staff and more — help us spotlight the everyday heroes who keep schools running strong.

Award-Winning ‘Cooking for a Cause’ Returns with Expanded Campus Lineup

New schools incl. Grambling State University, McNeese State University, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and Jackson State University

These School Programs Could Disappear Entirely As Trump Administration Pauses $6.2 In Federal Grants

Among effects, some after-school programs that provide free, safe day care for low-income students so their parents work could shutter.

Sodexo, SodexoMagic Campuses Celebrate Earth Day

Edible Gardens, Plant-Based Menus, and Sustainability-Focused Events

Here’s How Much Tuition Costs At The 30 Most Expensive U.S. Colleges

After hikes averaging 4.5 percent, the annual tuition costs at the 30 most expensive U.S. colleges range from $69,030 to $73,275.

These 48 Top-Notch Colleges Are Still Accepting Students

Most high school seniors have decided on colleges. For those who haven’t competition for elite schools can be fierce, but there are options.

Is Your Kid A Standout? Nominate Them To Be A Star Student On Patch!

From academics to athletics to service, we're celebrating students making a difference in their communities.

Hardest U.S. College To Get Into Is Not An Exclusive Ivy League School

A small private college with an enrollment of less than 1,000 is the hardest college in the United States to get into, according to Niche.

This College Is The Hardest Of The Forbes ‘New Ivies’ To Get Into

The 10 public and 10 private schools on Forbes’ “New Ivies” list have acceptance rates varying from 6 percent to 50 percent.

Forbes Names 20 Colleges The ‘New Ivies,’ Notes Employers Prefer Them

Employers were already turning away from Ivy League schools before the Trump administration began an assault on decades-old DEI policies.

Sodexo and SodexoMagic nationally recognize dining team members

Sodexo’s Experiences Matter program highlights employees who provide exceptional service to students, faculty, and staff

Schools Nationwide Confront Anxiety Over Trump's Immigration Actions

Schools find themselves responding to rising anxiety among immigrant parents and their children, including those who are here legally.

How Gutting Education Department Could Affect Schools, Student Loans

Only Congress can eliminate the Department of Education, but the Trump administration is slashing spending and pressuring employees to quit.

Meet The High School Winning A Multi-Million-Dollar Football Upgrade!

The win includes a $100,000 grant, a state-of-the-art weight room, a teched-out scoreboard, 5G network enhancements & an epic tailgate party

Vouchers Ease Start-Up Stress For Churches Creating Christian Schools

In addition to discrimination concerns and church-state issues, opponents worry school vouchers take money from public schools.

​Make Eye Exams Part Of Back-To-School Checklist

Vision problems can often go undiagnosed in children, impairing their ability to learn and participate in the world around them.

Got Cold Symptoms? Here's When Kids Should Take A Sick Day From School

With back-to-school and a sumer surge in COVID-19 coinciding, school officials work to stem absences that never recovered after pandemic.

Back-To-School Head Lice Infestations: It’s War; How To Arm Yourself

With back-to-school season here, comes the dreaded classroom lice infestations. Here's what to do about it:

​School Starts Soon; When Do You Stop For A School Bus? Know The Laws

About 100 children died in bus-related accidents in the 2022-23 school year. Many drivers simply ignore stop arm laws, safety officials say.

20+ Back-To-School Shopping Deals That Will Save You Serious Money

Parents are looking for coupons, deals and sales to save on what’s expected to be a $38.8m billion back-to-school shopping spree this year.

Do You Know An Amazing Teacher? Give Them A Shout-Out On Patch!

Celebrate awesome educators in your community and let them know how much their work means to you.

Israel-Hamas War Protests Quieter During U.S. College Graduations

​Most commencement exercises took place as scheduled and were largely peaceful, although protests did continue on some campuses.

USC Silent On O.J. Simpson's Death, Underscoring Complicated Tie

The silence — atypical for USC — is a statement on the complicated relationship with one of the most accomplished athletes in USC history.

Tax Tips For College Students And Their Parents

There are lots of things college students and their parents should keep in mind before filing their taxes.

Help Patch Celebrate Students Making A Difference In Your Community

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate local 'Star Students' who make life better with contributions big and small.

153,000 Student Loan Borrowers To Get Email Saying Debt Is Erased

The SAVE program offers the most lenient terms ever for debt repayment. Some borrowers will see their balances wiped out.

California State University Faculty Launch Strike Across 23 Campuses

With the new semester beginning Monday, classes for many of the system's 450,000 students could be canceled.

22 States Are Reviving Cursive, As Kids Can't Read Grandma's Card

Advocates say kids can’t read key documents without cursive; that shouldn’t come at the expense of more relevant subjects, critics argue.

International Students Return To US Colleges Amid Surge From India

International students attended U.S. universities in surging numbers last year, rebounding from a pandemic slump.