AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoHigher Ed Independence: A group of 67+ former university leaders urged respect for colleges’ independence, rejecting the Education Secretary’s “National Call to Action” as political pressure. Local School Fight: New Orleans alumni and parents are gearing up to oppose possible closures, including pressure around Landry High as enrollment and charter renewal decisions loom. K-12 Safety & Guns: Police in North Cotabato, Philippines say a 17-year-old student was found with a loaded .45 pistol in her school-bound motorcycle during inspection. Student Health: Doctors warn energy drinks can be dangerous for kids, as college sports sponsorships grow. School Transportation: Electric school bus rollouts are proving rocky, with chargers and heating systems failing and costs far higher than diesel. College Sports Policy: The “Protect College Sports Act” is moving through Congress, with states and conferences watching closely. Student Aid Misinformation: The Education Department went viral for quickly debunking a fake story about cutting off loans for “less profitable” degrees. Tech & Community Impact: Amazon pledged $1B for data-center communities, including training and school upgrades, amid backlash over power and water concerns.
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