School Safety: A South Carolina school bus carrying 42 students crashed into a vacant mobile home; no serious injuries were reported, but the driver and 18 students were taken for evaluation while authorities investigate. Campus Violence: In the Philippines, a student livestreamed a shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University, killing two junior high students before turning the gun on himself. AI & Learning: Bluffton University kicked off the year with a “Truth and Integrity in the Age of A.I.” message, pushing students to question bias and verify what AI produces. Student Wellbeing & Access: Ohio schools are tightening chronic absenteeism counting—starting this fall, excused and unexcused absences can count toward chronic status, raising pressure on families to intervene early. Classroom Time & Equity: A California high school cut Monday lunch to 12 minutes to fit shortened “articulation day” schedules, leaving some students unable to finish meals. Legal Rights in Schools: A Washington student sued after an alleged sexual assault during a wrestling match, arguing officials delayed Title IX reporting. STEM Opportunities: A mobile “Tinker Tank” makerspace is bringing 3D printing and robotics to high school STEM/CTE programs across multiple counties. Community Support: Catholic Charities in Eastern Washington is distributing 300 wildfire relief backpacks to ease back-to-school stress. Higher Ed Transitions: California State University is expanding a Transfer Success Pathway that offers dual admission for community college students who meet requirements.