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CONGRATULATIONS 🎊 to Bergen County Academy and Cresskill High School on advancing in the Garden State Cybersecurity Competition!

NJSLA Testing… remember the test is “adaptive” this year for all grades. Check out the practice test: nj.portal.cambiumast.com

Gas analyst: The shocking amount Americans will pay over next 7 days amid Trump’s Iran war A petroleum analyst estimated that 49 states have seen gas prices increase by 10 cents or more in the last week.

A petroleum analyst estimated that 49 states have seen gas prices increase by 10 cents or more in the last week.

Rep. Eugene Vindman is among a generation of young Democrats who ran for Congress, in part, because of their experience fighting a forever war in the Middle East. https://cnn.it/4d4jQ9n

Balcony solar can be installed almost anywhere, is cheap, easy to set up and reduces bills. It’s increasingly appealing to Americans struggling with soaring energy costs, but it exists in a legal gray area. https://cnn.it/4sun9LN

Economic uncertainty tied to President Donald Trump’s signature trade policies has led many small businesses to lay off workers, delay expansion plans or scale back production. https://cnn.it/3MZ0ZlI

It’s always “America first.”

But working families are always last.

They Said No to the Federal School Choice Program. Now, 3 Dems Are Reconsidering Advocacy to get Democratic states to participate has ramped up both locally and nationally.

“Part of this is trying to force vouchers into states that have rejected them. Legislatures haven’t voted for them, their people don’t want them, so that is a perversion of how we should make policy.” - @pfpsorg.bsky.social Director Jessica Levin www.edweek.org/policy-polit...

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IRS leader Bisignano declines to answer questions over unlawful taxpayer data disclosures to ICE IRS chief Frank Bisignano has largely declined to answer questions from lawmakers about unlawful releases of taxpayer data to immigration agents.

The head of the IRS largely declined to answer questions about recent unlawful disclosures of taxpayer data when he was questioned by lawmakers at a congressional hearing on Wednesday, saying they happened before his tenure began.

Indiana lawmakers are once again trying to weaken child labor laws: Bill sponsored by business owner would enable employers to hide child labor violations Coordinated, industry-backed campaigns to weaken child labor protections continue to target state legislatures in 2026. Yesterday, the Indiana Senate passed a bill to completely eliminate requirements...

The Indiana House and Senate have both passed a bill to completely eliminate requirements for businesses to document the employment of child workers.

If this bill becomes law it would enable employers to hide child labor violations, according to @epi.org.

Should More Time Be Spent Learning Math Facts? As schools nationwide contend with declining math scores, some districts are dedicating more time to the practice of foundational skills.

A growing number of researchers, educators, and school leaders are calling attention to the crucial role that adequate practice time plays in math performance. 🕰️

#MathSky #ITeachMath

Did You Know? Simple words of greetings and encouragement can dramatically improve classroom dynamics. A 2018 study found that welcoming students at the door increased academic engagement by 20 percentage points and reduced classroom disruptions by 9 percentage points. Likewise, a 2017 study concluded that prosocial activities like morning meetings can reduce disruptions by up to 75 percent.

A 2018 study found that welcoming students at the door increased academic engagement by 20 percentage points and reduced classroom disruptions by 9 percentage points. 👋

6 Common Teacher Mistakes—and How to Avoid Them From rushing through prep to misjudging students’ readiness for a task to teaching the way they were taught, experienced teachers talk about some of the mistakes they’ve made.

Everyone makes mistakes—and though teachers may tend to fixate on them, it’s best to learn from them and move on (to other, newer mistakes…).

Does anything from @mirplo.bsky.social’s list ring a bell? 🔔

#EduSky

Union members running for office are charting a new future. After yesterday’s primaries, union-first candidates backed by the @texasaflcio.org and @ncstateaflcio.bsky.social notched key wins. When rank-and-file workers run, working people’s voices show up on day one.

Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt Iran war in Congress’ first vote on the conflict Senate Republicans have voted down an effort to halt President Donald Trump’s war against Iran. It demonstrated early GOP support for a conflict that has rapidly spread across the Middle East with no clear U.S. exit strategy.

BREAKING: Senate Republicans vote down legislation to halt war against Iran in early show of support for President Trump’s campaign.

I had just a fabulous time sharing a love of literacy with the students at Cardinal Elementary on #ReadAcrossAmerica day. Reading opens up a world of possibility.

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NJ Teacher Appreciation Night with the NJ Devils! ❤️🏒🥅

Feds asked New Mexico to halt Jeffrey Epstein Zorro Ranch sex trafficking probe, records show Former AG says feds halted New Mexico’s Epstein inquiry without sharing promised evidence as state reopens Zorro Ranch i

New reporting finds that Trump's DOJ took over and quashed a state investigation into Epstein's New Mexico ranch in 2019.

As the walls close in on Trump, he'll do anything — including launch full-scale wars — to distract the public.

How to Teach Kids to Be Kind to Themselves Kindness toward others is often taught in elementary school, but it’s also important for students to extend it to themselves.

Elementary school teachers can help students build self-worth by providing simple and quick reflection-based activities that prioritize positivity. 💫

#SEL #EduSky

Read Across America Day NEA encourages kids, teens, and people of all ages to pick up a book and read. National Education Association president Becky Pringle joins KTVU to discuss

It was great to talk to @ktvufox2.bsky.social about what #ReadAcrossAmerica is all about: literacy, learning, and diversity.

Learning and growth are a lifelong journey—which is why it is critical that students read each and every day.

A Christmas rifle, possible warning signs and 41 seconds of gunfire: Jurors weigh Colin Gray's fate Prosecutors say a Georgia father could have stopped his 14-year-old son from carrying out a school shooting, and they want jurors to convict him.

Prosecutors say a Georgia father could have stopped his 14-year-old son from carrying out a school shooting, and they want jurors to convict him.

WATCH: 'Freedom Plane' carrying key American founding documents sets off on national tour Some of the United States' most important historical documents are beginning a first-of-its kind journey Monday as part of the country's 250th anniversary commemoration.

Some of the United States' most important historical documents are beginning a first-of-its kind journey Monday as part of the country's 250th anniversary commemoration. https://to.pbs.org/4skacDY

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NJEA Celebration of Women Join us for NJEA's fifth annual Celebration of Women luncheon.

Save the date! 👑 The 2026 NJEA Celebration of Women will take place on Saturday, April 11. Visit njea.org/celebrationofwomen to learn more and access the registration link when it opens on March 1 at 9 a.m. #WEareNJEA