School Safety & Accountability: In the Philippines, Education Secretary Sonny Angara says investigators are still sorting out whether a shooter at Ateneo de Zamboanga University Junior High targeted a teacher or a student, after the attacker entered classrooms, killed a student, then turned the gun on himself. Criminal Charges in Schools: A Warren, Michigan teacher was arraigned on 12 counts tied to alleged child pornography and drug possession after police searched his home and cellphone. Back-to-School Support: DuBois Area School District students get backpacks and supplies through local churches and community groups, including a “Big Summer Giveback” for C.G. Johnson students. AI for Students: Google announced new Gemini education features and offers, including free Gemini subscriptions for Pakistani students and student study tools like personalized study notebooks. Learning Pathways: Oklahoma CareerTech students can earn up to 42 college credits toward an associate degree through partnerships with OSU-OKC and OSU Institute of Technology. Student Life & Community: UNCW students report housing concerns as fall classes begin, while local districts across the U.S. welcome students with events, meals, and support. Protests & Student Rights: Tamil Nadu withdrew a circular aimed at limiting college students’ participation in Left-led protests after backlash. Student Achievements: A Florida student’s recycled-glass reef project earned major recognition at ISEF, and Japan honored three teens for rescuing drowning children.