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Boston Families Report Unreliable School Buses Early in 2026-27 School Year
Families and local leaders are raising concerns over unreliable school buses a month into the 2026-27 school year. Data shows on-time drop-off was at an average of 80% for the first seven days, compared to 83% the previous year. Local officials urged improvements in the bus system's performance.
State eyes new deadline for colleges at risk of closure
The Department of Higher Education board plans to require private colleges and universities to publicly post by December 31 if they are at “risk of imminent closure.”
Boston College Law Professor Discusses Free Speech Rankings
A Boston College law professor spoke with GBH's Morning Edition host Tori Bedford regarding free speech rankings. The discussion addressed the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression's survey results for local universities. Experts noted that the issue is more nuanced than the rankings suggest.
Massachusetts pumped billions into neediest schools; results mixed
Despite soaring school aid to $7.7 billion this year, concerns remain over lackluster MCAS scores, inflation, and budget cuts in Massachusetts.
Options for Students Going Into the Trades
Students considering careers in construction can explore various options for entering the trades, as more are looking at these paths over four-year degrees.
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