Missy Testerman named 2024 National Teacher of the Year
First lady Jill Biden surprised Missy Testerman, who was honored as National Teacher of the Year.
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Hospitals face new patient consent rule
Hospitals must now receive informed patient consent for breast, pelvic, prostate and rectal exams performed by medical students -- particularly on anesthetized patients, the Department of Health and Human Services announced Monday. Michelle Mello, professor of law and health policy at Stanford University, joins CBS News to unpack the new policy.
West Virginia teen authors Senate resolution
West Virginia 18-year-old Rania Zuri is using her gap year before college to create a nonprofit that collects and donates books to low-income communities. She also managed to author a resolution that was passed by the U.S. Senate to designate National Early Childhood Literacy Awareness Day. Scott MacFarlane reports.
Book made with human skin removed from Harvard Library
The book contains a handwritten note by its first owner saying, "a book about the human soul deserved to have a human covering."
Girl Scouts quietly welcome hundreds of young migrant girls
"If it has to do with young girls in New York City, then it's not political," said Meridith Maskara, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Greater New York.
Girls try new sports, hear from mentors at Black Women in Sports conference in Philadelphia
Nearly 100 young Black women and girls came together Wednesday in Philadelphia to hear from athletes and learn about how sports can empower them.
How one group helps New York City students reverse pandemic learning loss
City Year New York is an education nonprofit which supplies teams of student success coaches to serve as tutors, mentors and role models in 17 public schools citywide.
More student loan cancellations from Biden
The Biden administration has announced a new wave of student loan forgiveness, this time canceling nearly $6 billion for public service workers like teachers and nurses. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has more.
How a Maine 8-year-old inadvertently became a fashion trendsetter
Most 8-year-old boys don't get dressed to the nines. But James Ramage of Chelsea, Maine, loves to dress for third-grade success.
Sexual orientation, gender ID can now be talked about in Florida classrooms
Students and teachers will be able to speak freely about sexual orientation and gender identity in Florida classrooms, provided it's not part of instruction.
UT Austin brings back standardized testing requirements for applicants
The requirement was suspended in 2020 due to limited testing availability during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kyne Santos unveils “Math in Drag”
Drag queen and self-described "math queen" Kyne Santos went viral on Tik-Tok with her math riddles and explainers. Her videos have attracted millions of views online. She joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about her new book, "Math in Drag,” where she investigates mathematical mysteries all while educating about the art of drag.
Liberty University will pay $14 million fine for student safety violations
Liberty University will pay a $14 million fine for its failure to disclose information about crimes on its campus and for its treatment of sexual assault survivors.
First look at Super Tuesday exit polling
CBS News is getting a first look at what is on the minds of voters casting their ballots this Super Tuesday. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto unpacks the findings.
Could higher pay solve the teacher shortage?
The U.S. Department of Education says there's a shortage of teachers across the nation, with 40 states reporting public school staff levels that are lower than they were before the pandemic. Daniel Pink, contributing columnist at The Washington Post, joins CBS News to examine what can be done to end the shortage.
Study: College grads better off in job market
More companies are dropping education requirements from job postings, but a new study shows you're still much better off in the job market with a college degree. Parisa Fatehi-Weeks, a senior director at Indeed, joins CBS News to explain the implications of these changes.
College grads face high underemployment rates
For many Americans, a college degree is seen as the key to professional success and economic mobility. However, a new study shows that promise does not hold for some graduates. Vanessa Fuhrmans, deputy chief for the Wall Street Journal's careers and workplace bureau, joins CBS News to discuss the high percentage of post-grad underemployment.
FAFSA glitches leave prospective students in limbo
Computer glitches to the U.S. Department of Education's overhaul of the FAFSA form has led to a botched rollout that has forced colleges across the country to push their financial aid deadlines. It's also left many students in the lurch. Meg Oliver explains.
Program offers free housing to teachers
A pioneering initiative in New Haven, Connecticut, offers a creative response to the dual challenges of low teacher pay and the affordable housing crisis by providing early childhood workers with free housing.
Free housing for educators being offered to help curb high rent prices
The free housing initiative, which is the first of its kind in the country, has not only attracted attention for its innovation, but for its potential to serve as a blueprint for addressing educational and housing challenges nationwide.
How AI is transforming education
Over 10,000 middle school students and educators in Newark Public Schools are incorporating a new AI tool, developed by the educational non-profit Khan Academy, in their classrooms.
The Preserving Black Haddonfield History Project gives new color, context to historic NJ town
"In many people's minds, the African American Community did not exist," Adrienne Rhodes, co-founder of The Preserving Black Haddonfield History Project, said.
Jayson Tatum, SoFi launch new initiative
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum's foundation has joined forces with SoFi in a groundbreaking partnership aimed at empowering children with financial literacy and assisting families in at-risk communities towards home ownership.
Oak Park school among first to teach AP African American Studies class
Oak Park and River Forest High School was the first in the state to offer a new Advanced Placement African American Studies course.
The SAT exam is going digital this spring
Big changes are coming to the SAT exam this March. CBS News' Aubrey Gelpieryn explains how a digital format will alter the content of the exam and what students can do to prepare.
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Government shutdown nears as White House meeting yields little progress
Congressional leaders met with President Trump at the White House as Washington barrels toward a 2025 shutdown. Follow live updates here.
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ICE officer seen on video pushing woman to ground has returned to duty
An ICE officer who was initially relieved of his duties after being captured on video pushing a woman to the ground has been returned to duty, two U.S. officials familiar with the matter told CBS News.
YouTube to pay $22 million for White House ballroom to settle lawsuit from Trump
YouTube will pay almost $25 million to settle a lawsuit brought by President Trump for suspending his account — most of which will support a planned White House ballroom.
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Bessent hires new chief of staff, 2 sources say
The treasury secretary's current chief of staff, Dan Katz, is heading to the International Monetary Fund.
Judge suspends Trump's plan to cut jobs at Voice of America's parent agency
A U.S. district judge in D.C. ruled that the U.S. Agency for Global Media cannot implement a reduction in force eliminating 532 jobs for full-time government employees.
How would a government shutdown impact the U.S. military?
Active-duty troops and National Guard members on missions will continue to work with the promise of back pay after Congress passes legislation to fund the government.
Trump and Netanyahu say they have a peace proposal for Gaza
The White House on Monday released a 20-point plan for peace in Gaza, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he supported.
Maps show Tropical Storm Imelda as it's forecast to become hurricane
Imelda is the ninth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane Tuesday.
Does Congress get paid during a government shutdown?
The possibility of a shutdown raises questions about what it would mean for lawmakers themselves — and their paychecks.