School Safety & Violence: Parents in California’s Imperial County say violent incidents at multiple high schools have exposed gaps in prevention and staffing, with calls for more security and faster interventions. Bullying Reporting: In the UAE, schools are rolling out confidential electronic forms so students can report group bullying and trigger quicker, documented action. Threats & Security Response: Scotland’s Calderglen High School faced bomb threats; police searched the area with sniffer dogs and found nothing, while investigating the hoax. Learning Access & Literacy: Papua New Guinea marked International Literacy Day with 3,000 books donated to Lae schools, boosting library kits for different age groups. Higher Education Expansion: Liberia’s NCHE urged William V.S. Tubman University to drive regional development, while Ethiopia’s Public Service University said it will admit undergraduates for the first time and expand practical-focused teaching. Policy & School Operations: Wales launched a consultation on restricting mobile phones in schools, aiming for clearer national guidance by early 2027. Education Quality Metrics: Philippines reported improved PISA results from 2022 to 2025, while also noting it still ranks near the bottom in key subjects. Funding & Partnerships: PNG’s CPL Group partnered with Apollo Hospitals to build referral pathways for specialist care, linking education and capacity-building to health outcomes.