Service dog also gets diploma at New Jersey college graduation
The audience cheered loudly as Justin accepted the diploma from the Seton Hall University president.
Education
New Jersey school district challenged over "parental notification" policy
Teachers must notify parents when made aware of a number of factors, including a student's sexual orientation, gender identity or anti-social behavior.
DeSantis signs bill banning gender-affirming care for minors
The Florida governor also signed bills banning minors from attending drag shows, and an expansion on a bill prohibiting the instruction of sexual orientation and gender identity in schools.
Oakland teachers reach deal to end strike
Teachers in Oakland, California, have reached a tentative contract agreement with the school district after striking for seven days. KPIX reporter Jocelyn Moran spoke with CBS News' Tony Dokoupil and Lilia Luciano about the significance of the deal and the stipulations included.
Asian-American history to be added to state's school teaching curriculum
Asian-American history will be part of the state's school curriculum for the first time in Florida.
Eighth-grade scores in history, civics plummet
Eighth-grade scores in history and civics dropped to the lowest level since the 1990s, when the Department of Education started conducting the assessments. Martin West, a member of the National Assessment Governing Board who oversees the nation's report card on U.S. history and civics, spoke to CBS News about what is being done to improve education.
School board wants workers comp for teacher shot by 6-year-old student
The Virginia school district where a 6-year-old shot his teacher in the hand and chest is rejecting claims in her $40 million lawsuit.
Listen. Educate. Take Action: Communication is a Human Right.
Addressing the urgent need for equal communication access for the deaf and hard of hearing community.
"Gender Queer" tops annual list of banned, challenged books
Other books facing challenges and bans include George M. Johnson's "All Boys Aren't Blue," Mike Curato's "Flamer" and Juno Dawson's "This Book Is Gay," among others.
Florida students walk out in LGBTQ protest
Students in Florida walked out of school Friday just days after a state board expanded a law restricting classroom discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Beyoncé's BeyGOOD gives back on new tour
Only on "CBS Mornings," executive director Ivy McGregor of Beyoncé's BeyGOOD Foundation reveals two new initiatives to support education and entrepreneurs alongside the global superstar's upcoming Renaissance World Tour.
Math teacher still on the job in his 90s
As a teacher shortage looms nationwide, one educator in his 90s has been teaching math at the same Virginia high school since 1959. CBS News correspondent Scott MacFarlane speaks with the dedicated teacher who says he has no plans to retire.
Florida expands school restrictions
Florida is expanding its restrictions against teaching students about sexual orientation and gender identity to include high school students. CBS News anchors Lana Zak and Errol Barnett spoke with CBS News Miami's Najahe Sherman about what this means for the LGBTQ+ community in Florida.
Tentative contract deal for L.A. teachers would raise salaries by 21%
The deal with the school district would also reduce class sizes over time.
2 Iowa teens plead guilty in Spanish teacher's beating death
Prosecutors said the teens carried out the 2021 attack because of a bad grade teacher Nohema Graber gave one of them.
Rutgers, unions announce agreement, classes to resume
Rutgers University and union representatives have announced an agreement on a framework for new contracts with several faculty unions, allowing a halt to a five-day strike that was the first such job action in the 257-year history of New Jersey's flagship university.
Black fertility advocates on early awareness
"Eggs Over Easy" filmmaker Chiquita Lockley and fertility advocate Kellee Stewart talk about education, early interventions and celebrating the entire journey to motherhood for the Black community.
Biden proposal would bar full ban on transgender athletes but allow exceptions
The proposed rule sends a political counterpunch toward a wave of Republican-led states that have sought to ban trans athletes from competing in school sports that align with their gender identities.
Kentucky HS football player dies after hitting his head during practice
Andrew Dodson "suffered blunt-force trauma to the brain" after being tackled during a scrimmage last week.
Teacher shot by 6-year-old files $40 million lawsuit, claims warnings ignored
Abby Zwerner, a first-grade teacher in Virginia, is suing school officials for allegedly ignoring multiple warning signs on the day of the shooting.
Arizona Dairy Queen's big red spoon found after going missing
A Phoenix Dairy Queen's signature spoon emblem has been recovered after unknown suspects made off with it.
The nation's community colleges falter as enrollment plunges
The 2-year institutions are far cheaper than four-year schools yet consumers are abandoning them in droves.
Christian college ends partnership with school after "David" controversy
"Hillsdale College is no longer affiliated with Tallahassee Classical School," which previously held a license to use Hillsdale's curricular materials, the college said in a statement.
Wisconsin school district axes "controversial" song for upcoming spring concert
The school district determined the 2017 song to be "controversial," but did not provide details that led to their decision.
Taliban arrests prominent education campaigner who refused to back down
Matiullah Wesa, whose Pen Path organization worked to ensure education access for all Afghans, was detained over "his activities and high-level meetings with Westerners."
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.
Hamas leaning toward accepting Trump's Gaza plan quickly, source says
Hamas and other Palestinian factions are expected to present their response to Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan quickly, a source tells CBS News.
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President Trump, Hegseth to address senior military leaders in rare meeting
Hundreds of generals and admirals are expected in Quantico, Virginia Tuesday to hear from President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth in a rare, urgent meeting.
Imelda strengthens into a hurricane off the Bahamas
Imelda is the ninth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane on Tuesday.
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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.
Second victim in Dallas ICE shooting dies from injuries
Miguel Angel Garcia-Hernandez, 32, was shot at least eight times during the attack on Sept. 24 and was taken to Parkland Hospital in critical condition.
Senate Democrats press DOJ to end taxpayer reimbursements of Jan. 6 rioters
A group of Democratic senators is asking the Justice Department to help prevent convicted U.S. Capitol rioters from being reimbursed by taxpayers for court-ordered fines.
Prosecutors want Sean "Diddy" Combs to get more than 11 years in prison
Prosecutors are urging a New York federal judge to send Sean "Diddy" Combs to prison for over 11 years following his conviction on prostitution-related charges.
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.