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What does it mean for a high school student to read well? The answer is multilayered. Teenage readers need a solid foundation, encompassing the ability to read fluently and understand grade-appropriate vocabulary. But they also rely on more nuanced skills. One of these is disciplinary literacy—the idea that experts in different disciplines, such as history, […]
A foster care advocate is challenging Rep. Nancy Mace‘s account that she was “physically accosted” by a man who was arrested at the Capitol on Tuesday. Elliott Hinkle, 31, who founded Unicorn Solutions and advocates for child welfare and LGBTQ youths, said Mace, R-S.C., who co-chairs the Congressional Caucus on Foster Youth, spoke at an […]
A safe, stable and supportive home is important for helping young people start life off on solid emotional ground, but sudden tragedies, accidents, illness and dysfunction can lead to children needing foster care. It can be hard to find nurturing adults to provide care, especially for kids who need intensive, therapeutic […]
The heartwarming moment when a foster dog made himself at home has delighted internet viewers. In a video with more than 364,000 views on TikTok, Katie Fontanella (or @katfont on TikTok) shared how the dog she had fostered instantly found his place on a cozy chair. The clip begins with Fontanella expressing mild panic after […]
PORTLAND, Ore. (CN) — After settling a class action seeking the reformation of Oregon’s foster care system, the state is on the hook for a whopping $10.8 million in attorney fees and over $500,000 more for costs. Opening with a quote from Nelson Mandela, U.S. District Court Judge Ann Aiken approved millions of dollars in […]
Trump 2.0 could signal the end of an era defined by US-led globalisation. To tackle the urgent crises confronting humanity, the international community must stay committed to the principles of open engagement and pursue globalisation 2.0 – charting a path independent of American leadership. This week, world leaders, including US President Joe Biden, gathered in […]
Efforts will include a call to faculty for proposals, new student research programs and formation of a “collaboratory” hub Rutgers University–New Brunswick leaders have made an initial investment of $10 million to advance the university’s capabilities and expand the scope of its research and scholarship on artificial intelligence and data science, with the expectation of […]
05 Jun APIs play a transformative role in journalism and media. Enabling quick access to vast amounts of data, they illuminate news stories, enhance long-term SEO, and facilitate real-time reporting. Let’s explore what stands behind this three-letter abbreviation and how you can harness its power in your media organization. Contents Understanding APIs: the cornerstone […]