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Looking for a unique gift idea? 5 ways to give the gift of learning

(BPT) - As the holidays approach, gift giving can be a thoughtful way to spread the holiday spirit and let a loved one know you are thinking of them. While there are many unique gift ideas, there is …

Why men should consider filling the nation’s need for nurses

(BPT) - If you had told me at 16 years old, a recent high school drop-out, that I would one day have a successful career with a C-suite title, I wouldn't have believed you. I spent years struggling …

Education & Careers

Driving professional impact: 5 ways rising leaders use AI

(BPT) - Generative AI is everywhere, especially in the workplace. In fact, many aspiring leaders in the workplace are excited about the widespread adoption of AI and recognize it as a valuable tool …

Voters in 12 states approved seven and defeated five state education ballot measures on Nov. 5

Ballotpedia shares details about which education ballot measures were and weren't approved across the U.S. on election day.

Winners and losers in public school funding: How does your state compare?

Study.com explores Census Bureau educational finance data to examine how states allocate resources to public schools and the variations in funding priorities across states.

As the US invests in infrastructure at record levels, construction workers may be hard to find

Seeking qualified workers: Using industry surveys and reports, Machinery Partner identified gaps in the construction labor market.

As more public schools offer prekindergarten, a teacher shortage is slowing progress

TeacherCertification.com used data from the NIEER to investigate how states are pacing toward accessible, public pre-K programs.

Workplace mental health issues worsening, national survey finds

Wysa report sheds light on the mental health crisis in the American workplace.

Facing growing dissatisfaction, hospital nurses look to make a change

Hospital Care Compare used AMN Healthcare survey data to identify what hospital nurses are planning for the future of their careers as burnout persists.

Former math teacher explains why some students are ‘good’ at math and others lag behind

A former math teacher explains what’s behind the recent drop in math scores for the nation’s fourth and eighth graders.

Give your student the gift of security with renters insurance

(BPT) - The fall semester is wrapping up, which means your student will soon be coming home for winter break.During this time, they’ll leave plenty of important items in their dorm, like a …

Ecommerce in 2025: 5 trends shaping the future of online selling

(Family Features) Thanks to the explosion of ecommerce over the past couple decades, consumers can find virtually any product or service they can think of online.

Jobs and employment information

Helping heroes RISE: Wounded vets thrive in accessible smart homes

(BPT) - Romulo "Romy" CamargoU.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 (Retired)"Freedom and security are precious gifts that we, as Americans, should never take for granted. We must do all we can to extend …

Help Create A More Accepting and Inclusive Society for All

You probably agree, everyone deserves a safe home and the opportunity for a better life—but LGBTQ+ people can be denied that. We can play a part in ensuring that all people can have the opportunity to pursue our dreams.

(NAPSI)—Everyone deserves a place to call home, the freedom to live in safety, and the opportunity to work for a better life. Yet, this is too often not the case for LGBTQ+ people. Barriers toward …

3 ways small businesses can use technology this holiday season to thrive

(BPT) - The holiday season is right around the corner, and if recent retail sales forecasts are any indication, it's going to be a massive year for small businesses. The Mintel Holiday Shopping …

Ways to Keep Multifamily Projects on Budget: Affordable Kitchen & Bath Products and Helpful Tools for Trade Pros

(BPT) - With multifamily construction projects reaching as high as $700 per square foot this year, effective cost planning is essential for any build. Identifying affordable, yet functional products …

15% of public school students have disabilities. Resources to support them can vary dramatically

By law, students with disabilities have the right to education. AccessiBe examined federal data and found that not all students with disabilities get the opportunities.

14 states pledge to cut chronic absenteeism rates by half over 5 years

Chalkbeat reports on a new challenge taken up by fourteen states to reduce the rate at which children miss school.

College costs are skyrocketing. Does attending a pricier school pay off?

Study.com analyzed data from the Department of Education and U.S. News & World Report to see how the costs of college corresponded to career earnings.

More education and careers news

3 reasons why your business should ditch paper checks

(BPT) - By Mary Kay Bowman, EVP, GM of Payments and Financial Services at BILLTechnology has become so ingrained in our daily routines that it feels like paper checks should already be a thing of the …

Top Computing Options for a New School Year

(Family Features) Preparing your student for a new year of education takes on many forms and equipping them with the top tech for a successful school year is a critical time.