If you or someone you know is a US-based student interested in attending conferences such as Investigative Reporters and Editors, The National Institute for Computer-Assisted Reporting, or National Association of Black Journalists and National Association of Hispanic Journalists, then you should consider applying for Propublica's Diversity Scholarship program, which offers $750 bursaries "to students who would otherwise be unable to attend," especially "people of color, women, LGBTQ people and people with disabilities."
Propublica offering diversity scholarships for students to attend 2020 journalism conferences
Eighth grade history instructor "taught" students that Trump is still president and anti-vaxx lies
"I'm never getting vaccinated. I'm never getting any more shots of any kind. Did you know Trump's still president?" That's what Sarah Silikula of Ventura, California says her 8th grade son told her one day after class at Anacapa Middle School. I assume his eyes were rolling deep into his head because he also provided… READ THE REST
Scotland first country to teach queer history at school
The Scotsman reports that Scotland will be the first country to teach queer history as part of its standard school curriculum [paywall]. Molly Sprayregan summarizes: While the new curricula were created, in part, for students to receive a more well-rounded education, the Scottish government also hopes the lessons will help reduce bullying. LGBTQ+ youth in… READ THE REST
Lawsuit filed after schoolteacher cuts mixed-race kid's hair to "even it out"
An elementary schoolteacher in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, was reprimanded after cutting a 7-year-old's hair to "even it out" after a classmate hacked some off; the mixed-race girl's parents are also suing the school district. The lawsuit was filed in a federal court in west Michigan against Mount Pleasant Public Schools and two teaching staff, MLive.com… READ THE REST
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We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Let's face it, following through on things may not be your strong suit. From canceling plans with friends last minute to putting off those annoying errands till tomorrow (for the second… READ THE REST
Get this $119 cordless, handheld vacuum for under $40 with this Cyber Week coupon
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Look we're going to cut to the chase: we're not going back to what was once "normal" anytime soon, so all of those made-up excuses to use for why your house… READ THE REST
Save 35% on this 3-in-1 night light and wireless charging stand
We thank our sponsor for making this content possible; it is not written by the editorial staff nor does it necessarily reflect its views. Chances are, you're in the throes of holiday shopping right now, which means there's also a chance you have someone on your list that you have no idea what to get.… READ THE REST
