Teacher Safety & Accountability: Hertfordshire tutor Deborah Franklin, 65, was convicted of eight counts of gross indecency after tying a boy to her bed and blindfolding him during abuse in the 1990s; she faces sentencing in October. Student Protests & Policing: In India’s Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi accused Home Minister Amit Shah of being “culpable or incompetent” over alleged police brutality against student protesters, citing pellet guns and nail-studded batons; separate protests at Jantar Mantar demanded release of detained student activists. School Safety Threats: Philippines police moved to charge a 20-year-old student over a bomb threat posted as a “joke,” warning bomb threats aren’t pranks and can bring serious penalties. Drugs in Schools: Malaysia police busted syndicates distributing drug-laced vape liquids after a viral incident involving intoxicated school students. Back-to-School Support: Clearfield’s “Stuff the Bus” delivered school supplies to elementary students, while multiple US drives and events aim to stock classrooms and help families. Education Access & Policy: Philippines President Marcos signed the “Last Mile and GIDA Schools Act” to fund remote, disadvantaged public schools; UKVI advised student visa applicants to explain large or unexplained bank deposits. Learning Opportunities: Kearney High School opened a new PAW addition for year-round activities, and Nevada’s Native American college waiver program helped a student graduate faster.