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just now (212+ words) VIJAYAWADA: NTR district collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha on Tuesday directed education officials to studiously implement a 100-day action plan in a structured manner to ensure that Class X students studying in government schools in the district achieve good results. In this regard, the collector reviewed the action plan with education department officials, which is being implemented in the district from December 6 onwards. Mandal education officers participated in the meeting virtually. Dr. Lakshmisha instructed officials to closely monitor student-wise performance and organise regular counselling and motivation sessions to guide the students consistently. Daily slip tests should be conducted without fail and their outcomes analysed in detail to identify learning gaps. Targeted measures must then be taken to strengthen students in weak areas. Emphasising on qualitative improvement, the collector said students identified as "Rising Stars" should be nurtured to emerge as "Shining Stars…...

just now (280+ words) Carson High School is proud to shine this month's Senior in the Spotlight on Kaitlyn Nguyen, a student whose remarkable achievements and character embody the very best of our school community. With an extraordinary 4.775 GPA and a 32 ACT score, Kaitlyn stands among the top scholars at Carson High. Her transcript is filled with rigorous AP coursework, each class reflecting her unwavering commitment to excellence. Her academic perseverance shone especially during the COVID era, when scheduling challenges forced her into largely independent study. Despite those obstacles, Kaitlyn not only maintained her outstanding GPA but also earned A's in her AP courses and scores of 4 on both the AP English Language and Composition and AP U.S. History exams, which is a true testament to her work ethic and discipline. Relational at her core, Kaitlyn attributes much of her success to the people who…...

6+ min ago (179+ words) Trump economic director defends firing of top statistician over bad jobs report Source: NBC News. Job reports give a bleak outlook with highest unemployment rate since 2021 - The US labor market showed a mixed picture in November, gaining 64,000 jobs after a significant loss of 105,000 positions in October, with the unemployment rate climbing to 4.6%, its highest level since 2021. - These job reports for October and November were published late due to a 43-day federal government shutdown, which also complicated Federal Reserve deliberations on interest rates. - October's substantial job losses were primarily driven by a 162,000 reduction in federal employees, many reportedly resigning under pressure from cutbacks by the Trump administration. - Hiring momentum has clearly waned, hampered by uncertainty surrounding Trump's tariffs, high interest rates, and the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence, leading companies to retain staff but hesitate to hire new ones. - Workers' average…...

7+ min ago (94+ words) Whether it's hiking up Mount Whitney or briefing the Secretary of Defense, it's all in a day's work for Michael Stenger. A former marathon runner, he has had a marathon career, from supporting the legacy of the Sidewinder Missile to advancing new technologies and means of warfighting. Hired in 1985 as a technician, Stenger has made a significant impact in his 40 years with Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division.[Stenger celebrates 40 years with NAWCWD] Stenger celebrates 40 years with NAWCWD CHINA LAKE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES Story by Deidre Patin/rss/personnel/1442900...

8+ min ago (409+ words) The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to eliminate up to 35,000 mostly unfilled jobs nationally, the Washington Post has reported, citing an internal memo. The nationwide department hopes that the cuts will reduce its number of workers to about 372,000 employees, a 10% reduction from last year, according to the Post, which cited an internal VA memo. A message seeking comment was left with VA representatives Tuesday. The Post quoted a VA spokesman as confirming some of the the numbers and saying the move would not affect care of veterans. Most of the cuts will be for unfilled positions, including nurses, doctors and support staff, said the Post report, which cited unnamed sources as well as the memo. After losing some 17,000 employees nationally since January, the department said this summer it was on pace to reduce its number of employees by nearly 30,000 by…...

17+ min ago (349+ words) Georgia State University has announced $6 million in funding from Google to establish the AI Innovation Lab. The initiative is designed to expand access to computer science and artificial intelligence (AI) education for more students in the local community. Through this partnership, Georgia State will implement an after-school AI and machine learning (ML) education program that recruits high school students from public schools in metro Atlanta to participate in a daily curriculum focused on AI/ML literacy, problem-solving, design-thinking and mentorship. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to accessibility, innovation and social mobility. Georgia State undergraduate and graduate students will serve as instructors and mentors, gaining valuable experience in computer science education and instructional design. Google volunteers will also support learning in the lab. This dual approach empowers high school students with foundational AI skills while preparing future educators to embed similar…...

22+ min ago (155+ words) The 17th Training Wing celebrated Airman Leadership School Class 26-A's graduation at the Powell Event Center, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Dec. 11. ALS is a five-week course designed to prepare senior airmen to assume supervisory responsibilities through instruction in leadership, followership, and communication skills. "ALS exists for one purpose. To prepare airmen to be professional warfighters who can supervise, who can lead and who can train teams and support the employment of air power," Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander. "Graduating from ALS is a significant milestone for any airman's career. It marks the moment when the Air Force entrusts you with our most valuable assets, our airmen." This milestone marks a significant time in an airman's career. They gain an understanding of their role as military supervisors and how they contribute to the overall goals and mission of the Air Force....

25+ min ago (157+ words) KUALA LUMPUR: Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has announced a RM20,000 contribution to support Khalsa Diwan Malaysia's programmes. She said the funds are intended to empower existing programmes aimed at developing Punjabi language education. "The ministry is pleased to contribute RM20,000. "Future funding could be increased from time to time based on the programme's impact on the community," she said during a launch ceremony of the digitalisation roadmap for teaching and learning Punjabi in Malaysia on Tuesday (Dec 16). She also highlighted exploring the possibility of engaging with teacher training institutes to train teachers and expand Punjabi language education to younger students. "There is also a need to consider Punjabi in the same context as other ethnic languages, especially since it has been spoken in Malaysia for so long. "It's important to start introducing the language at the primary school level," she said, adding…...

25+ min ago (410+ words) State Sen. Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) is honoring the legacy of conservative activist Charlie Kirk with a new scholarship that will be available to students in the Yellowhammer State. Allen, who represents the Tuscaloosa region in the Alabama Senate, announced the creation of the Charlie Kirk Memorial Endowed Scholarship at The University of Alabama on Monday. The scholarship is established in memory of Charlie Kirk. Kirk, who founded Turning Point USA and became well known for holding political debates on college campuses, was killed by an assassin's bullet during an outdoor event on Utah Valley University's campus. "Charlie Kirk stood for perseverance, leadership and the ideal of serving something bigger than oneself," Allen said. "By establishing this scholarship at The University of Alabama, we honor his legacy and invest in the next generation of leaders from our state who will carry…...

28+ min ago (265+ words) Members of the Chattooga County FFA chapter came together for their December monthly meeting, focusing on community service, fellowship, and festive fun. They wrapped gifts for the local Boys and Girls Club and enjoyed games and food. The evening was centered around giving back. FFA members brought donations of toys, games, and other gifts specifically [] The post FFA Spreads Holiday Joy at Monthly Meeting appeared first on AllOnGeorgia. Members of the Chattooga County FFA chapter came together for their December monthly meeting, focusing on community service, fellowship, and festive fun They wrapped gifts for the local Boys and Girls Club and enjoyed games and food The evening was centered around giving back FFA members brought donations of toys, games, and other gifts specifically for children at the Boys and Girls Club Working as a team, they spent time carefully wrapping…...