Connecticut's Department of Education launched "An American History of Rock and Soul," a new elective using music to teach history and civics. This "Course in a Box" offers ready-to-use digital materials to save teachers planning time and engage students. Education leaders are optimistic about its potential to inspire more state-developed courses and dual credit opportunities.

Stanford University has been labeled a 'hostile campus' for the second year by the Council on American-Islamic Relations, scoring 37%. The report cited administrative policies, disciplinary actions against protesting students, and weak free speech protections. This designation highlights a national debate on campus activism, protest regulation, and the treatment of Muslim and pro-Palestinian students.

Columbia University and Barnard College are challenging the Trump administration's restrictions on international students. They have joined Harvard University in a legal brief. This action highlights the significant contributions of international students to American research and economic growth. The brief argues that restricting visas harms U.S. higher education. Many universities support this stance, emphasizing the importance of attracting global talent.

San Francisco's schools are in disarray as nearly 50,000 students miss classes due to a teachers' strike entering its third day. Educators demand higher pay and better healthcare, clashing with district officials citing a $100 million deficit. Families are struggling with childcare and lost income, while negotiations continue with no immediate resolution in sight.

Kerala Pareeksha Bhavan has released the KTET hall ticket for the December 2025 session on February 11, 2026. Candidates can download their admit cards from ktet.kerala.gov.in using application details. The exam is scheduled for February 21 and 23, 2026. A printed admit card and valid photo ID are mandatory for entry.

The Central Board of Secondary Education has released answer keys and OMR sheets for the DRQ 2026 Tier-1 exam. Candidates can download these from the official website using their roll number and date of birth. A window to raise objections, with a fee of ₹100 per question, opens February 12th to 14th. Expert decisions on challenges will be final.