16,000 US seniors named 2027 National Merit semifinalists
More than 16,000 high school seniors across the United States have been named semifinalists in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced this week. The semifinalists now advance to a multi-step competition for about 6,700 scholarships worth a combined total of roughly $24 million, to be awarded next spring. The […]
NYC opens free 2-K, bans classroom AI through grade 8
New York City opened its first day of the 2026-2027 school year Thursday with the launch of a free public program for two-year-olds, a one-year moratorium on generative artificial intelligence use through eighth grade, and new limits on classroom screen time for younger students. The 2-K program admitted roughly 2,000 children on its first day, […]
MIT trains college faculty to teach AI in class
The MIT Schwarzman College of Computing has launched a summer training program that brings college faculty from around the country to Cambridge to learn how to teach foundational artificial intelligence and machine learning across their own disciplines, from engineering and statistics to finance and sustainability. The inaugural AI Educators Pilot ran for one week in […]
Heat Disruptions at Schools Prompt Renewed Scrutiny of Classroom Cooling and Ventilation
Across the nation, schools are grappling with the disruptive effects of intensifying heat waves, prompting a renewed focus on the adequacy of classroom cooling and ventilation systems. Recent educational and national coverage has detailed instances where soaring temperatures have forced temporary school closures, shortened academic days, and led to the cancellation of extracurricular activities. These […]
Heat Disruptions Prompt Renewed Scrutiny of Ann Arbor School Cooling and Ventilation
Recent heat waves across the nation have led to widespread disruptions in school operations, prompting a renewed focus on the adequacy of classroom cooling and ventilation systems. National education coverage has detailed instances of schools closing early, canceling classes, or altering schedules to cope with extreme temperatures, bringing attention to the challenges faced by students […]
Student Loan Repayments Resume: A Summer Checklist for Ann Arbor Borrowers
Federal student loan programs have undergone changes that took effect at the start of July, requiring borrowers to review their repayment plans and financial standing. This period, often a time for financial planning before the academic year begins, now includes a critical checklist for those managing student debt. The changes affect various aspects of student […]
Student Loan Changes Take Effect, Impacting Borrowers and Colleges in Ann Arbor
Significant changes to federal student loan programs took effect around July 1, altering the landscape for borrowers, their families, and the financial aid offices of educational institutions. These shifts encompass adjustments to interest rates, the availability of loans, borrowing limits, and repayment structures. While national coverage has detailed the specifics of these changes, local institutions […]
Universities in Ann Arbor Warn Students to Prepare for Federal-Loan Changes Before Fall Billing
With the fall semester just around the corner, universities in Ann Arbor are alerting students to prepare for significant changes in federal student loans. Financial-aid offices have been proactive in communicating essential information regarding these changes, which are set to take effect before the upcoming billing cycle. Students are advised to carefully review guidance from […]
Graduate-Student Borrowing Rule Fight Creates July 1 Planning Crunch in Ann Arbor
As the July 1 deadline approaches, graduate students in Ann Arbor are facing uncertainty regarding their borrowing options due to a recent court injunction. This injunction has temporarily halted new caps on borrowing for graduate and professional students, which were set to take effect next month. The implications of this legal decision are significant, as […]
Evaluating College Financial Risk: A Guide for Families in Ann Arbor
In an era where headlines about college closures and financial instability can dominate the news cycle, families in Ann Arbor are urged to take a more comprehensive approach when evaluating the financial risks associated with higher education. Rather than relying solely on alarming news reports, families should consider a variety of factors that contribute to […]