Parental Rights vs. School Privacy: The U.S. Education Department and DOJ sent a joint warning to state attorneys general, stressing that FERPA and PPRA require parents to be informed of sensitive student information, and they announced an enforcement action against LAUSD. Immigration Enforcement and Schools: ICE stopped an Austin-area woman near a school bus stop and released her minutes later after learning she was the sole caregiver; the incident sparked outrage over a child left crying. Workforce Pipeline in Higher Ed: Sen. Jerry Moran announced $708,000 for Cloud County Community College’s Technical Education and Innovation Center to buy advanced equipment and expand training. Enrollment Pressure at Public Universities: Central Michigan University reported a 600-student drop year over year, with declines in undergrad and graduate enrollment but some gains in transfers and BIPOC students. Student Safety and Accountability: Cornell students protested the university’s handling of an alleged 2024 fraternity gang rape, with demonstrations including graffiti and damaged property. College Sports Policy: The Supreme Court is weighing major issues tied to local climate lawsuits, while education policy debates continue alongside broader legal fights. Career-Focused Learning Games: West Virginia launched “Mountain Moves,” a board game for 8th graders mixing state history, tourism, and career exploration. Higher Ed Rankings: UP Manila rose to No. 447 in U.S. News’ 2026-27 Best Global Universities, the Philippines’ only entry in the global Top 500.