Student Support & Equity: Yumbe refugee students and vulnerable girls in Uganda face an uncertain future as a cash-fees bailout program phases out, with families unable to cover school costs. Learning Access Innovation: On Oʻahu, Nā Kama Kai is launching a mobile pool to bring swim lessons to elementary students on the Leeward Coast, aiming to prevent drownings. Classroom Engagement: A Chicago educator is using food-based science lessons through Pilot Light’s updated digital resource hub to boost student engagement. Higher Ed Under Pressure: Edinburgh College of Art students and staff staged a teach-out over planned course closures tied to budget cuts, while a student-staff assembly at the University of Edinburgh drew 700+ attendees to challenge redundancies and program losses. Assessment & Student Voice: Dartmouth students are being surveyed on grading practices, including how grades affect well-being and AI use concerns. School Operations & Staffing: Scotland’s Drummond School was flagged after a re-inspection for “insufficient progress,” citing too many class closures linked to staffing gaps. Policy Watch: Vermont’s Act 170 consolidation process is moving into merger committee work, with districts weighing what consolidation means for schools and taxes. Safety & Health: A report highlights meningitis risk for first-year university students during freshers’ week, urging awareness and prevention.