School Safety Focus: A Child Safety Organisation urges families and schools to build a 2026–2027 safety routine around safe travel, health readiness, responsible digital use, respectful behavior, open dialogue, and steady parent-teacher communication. Campus Security & Preparedness: A school-safety discussion with Evolv, IdentiSys and PASS highlights layered safety planning, risk assessment, and emergency readiness as districts head into the new year. Federal Education Visit: U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon toured Dickinson Public Schools and a CTE academy, praising local innovation and pushing for less federal bureaucracy and more state control. Higher Ed Accountability: The DOJ says George Washington University’s medical school illegally used race in admissions for 2024–2025, violating Title VI. School Disruption Abroad: Jerusalem Christian schools suspend classes Sept. 1 after Israel fails to renew entry permits for 70+ teachers and staff. Funding for Recovery: Puerto Rico’s governor announces $81.9M in FEMA obligations for 59 reconstruction projects, including public facilities and university buildings. Career Pathways: Western Illinois University schedules multiple fall 2026 career and internship fairs to connect students with employers. Community Learning Partnerships: Achievable partners with the Association of Classical Christian Schools to expand CLT, SAT and ACT prep access.