School Safety & Student Support: Bethel Academy in Cavite said it’s coordinating with families and authorities after seven students were injured in a stabbing, while police plan more visibility near schools. Medical Education Expansion: The Philippines’ CHED approved five state universities to open Doctor of Medicine programs in 2026–27, aiming to grow the physician pipeline in underserved regions. Student Aid & Disaster Recovery: CHED fast-tracked tertiary education subsidy payouts in Soccsksargen after the Mindanao earthquake, with ₱764M reaching 66,655 beneficiaries. Public School Closures Halted: Guam’s education board ordered a pause on school closures through the rest of the fiscal year and 2026–27 while it gathers information for future decisions. Health in Schools: Gujarat launched a TD and DPT vaccination drive across nearly 48,500 schools to cover about 18.75 lakh children. Higher Ed Under Pressure: A report says Gaza’s higher education system has been nearly destroyed, with 19 institutions targeted and most campus buildings severely damaged or destroyed. Teacher Recognition: Pearson/Certiport named 2026 CERTIFIED Educators of the Year, spotlighting instructors helping students earn industry tech credentials.