Full list of 21 books banned by Virginia School Board
A local public school board has voted to remove books from libraries deemed sexually explicit, including famous works by Margaret Atwood and Stephen King.
DeSantis admin defends banning African American studies class
"The course is a vehicle for a political agenda and leaves large, ambiguous gaps that can be filled with…ideological material," DeSantis' press secretary said.
Mom backed for "excluding" classmates from daughter's birthday party
"I wonder if the teacher is encouraging the bullying rather than discouraging it," wrote one Redditor, as an expert told Newsweek that the mother was right.
Dad spots glaring mistake in 4-year-old son's bedtime story: 'wrong'
Can you spot the clear and obvious mistake in this bee-based math challenge for kids?
High school's ban on students having romantic relationships sparks fury
The school's executive headteacher defended the move, saying they are preparing students for the responsibilities expected at work.
School kids hospitalized after eating food possibly contaminated by snake
Images shared on social media showed a snake at the bottom of a pan that contained food that the children subsequently ate.
For a Prescription Against School Shootings, Ask Your Doctor
Whether it was a one-time thing or a regular practice, the weapon a 6-year-old used in his classroom wasn't stored safely at home, out of his reach.
Russia compiles list of children to join Ukraine war
"Ukrainian children born in 2005-2006 in the temporarily occupied territories must register for 'compulsory military registration,'" a report said.
Russian TV hears call to prepare children to fight: "This is World War III"
'"We have to prepare our population in schools and everywhere else," a guest said on Russian state TV.
Parent calls out U.S. gun laws as boy, 6, in custody in teacher's shooting
A 6-year-old boy was arrested, accused of shooting his first-grade teacher in an "altercation" on Friday.
Teacher hacked to death with axe in grisly assault: Reports
The New Year's Day incident reportedly occurred between a mathematics teacher and a school worker.
Mom seeks advice over fears she "ruined" daughter's life with certain name
The mother said her young daughter refuses to change her name: "She is not aware of negative connotations, but she may find out one day."
Illinois' new laws coming into effect for 2023
Newsweek has put together a list of some of the most notable new laws that will take effect in the state on January 1.
Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger's classmates weigh in after arrest
"Bryan was incredibly smart and talked about things that impassioned him, but there had been something off about him," a former classmate said.
Blizzard burglar breaks into school, spends days shooting hoops: Police
The alleged burglar also stole the school's snow plow and proceeded to break into a general store.
Dad discovers son being taught Tupac in 7th grade English class
Alex Preston told Newsweek he shared a picture of his son's homework as it was "something my teenage self would never have predicted."
Electric school bus popularity is growing, but conversions are cheaper
New electric school bus orders are up ten-fold, but companies can also swap out the old engine for a new electric motor
Pit bulls maul staff and students as 21 injured in Missouri school attack
Eighteen students and three teachers were injured when two pit bull mix dogs found their way into the playground during recess.
Fox News host grills Satanic Temple co-founder in bonkers interview
Fox News host Jesse Watters at one point remarked, "I always thought Satan was like, sex. Like, when you're 18: Satan, sex, do your thing."
Student, 13, arrested for threatening to shoot kids at Florida school: cops
Officers from Volusia Sheriff's Office found firearms and ammunition in the boy's house, including a 6-round magazine in his bedroom.
Mom slams 8th grade "shame based" health assignment for teens
"Imagine the effect this would have on a middle school student already feeling self-conscious about their body," the concerned mom told Newsweek.
Video shows teacher disrupt Muslim students' prayer: 'I believe in Jesus'
The teacher at one moment walked over the students' prayer mats and appeared to have pushed a student's hand with her shoes while he was praying.
Meghan Markle's heart breaking childhood poem about parents divorce in full
Meghan Markle read out a poignant poem she wrote aged 12 about life with divorced parents in which she said: "I cannot cry or even scream."
Woman shares her own "year book challenge" after school reunion 20 years on
"Life is brutal, I don't want to get old," wrote one TikToker of the video showing how the classmates changed, but another posted, "girls aged like fine wine."
It's Time to Invest in Federally Funded Universal Preschool Education
Federal lawmakers must agree on the importance of preschool education.
Eerie pics of abandoned high school show library still filled with books
The Urban Explorer told Newsweek: "They have left computer carts still loaded with 200 to 300 Chromebooks."
Mom refusing to punish son for standing up to school bully applauded
"I would also be very proud of him," commented one Mumsnet user, while another said: "I'd be ashamed if my son used violence."
"I've homeschooled my kids since the pandemic—they're not missing out"
Sandra Kim explains why she continued homeschooling her kids when schools re-opened, in this exclusive essay.
Spouse defying stepson's mom to collect him from school splits views
Newsweek reached out to a family therapist who suggested the teenager's "trust" in his stepparent may have "increased following her compassionate actions."
School explosion burns multiple students after science experiment mishap
A teacher and 11 pupils were hospitalized after their test blew up as they worked outside.