AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHigher Ed Policy & Access (Malaysia): Malaysia’s Prime Minister said the Universities and University Colleges Act will be repealed to give students more space for debate, creativity, and critical thinking. Anti-Bullying Push (Malaysia): He also warned there is “no tolerance” for bullying in schools, urging students and teachers to reject a culture of insults. Student Support Funding (Malaysia): Budget 2027 will include an allowance for Form Six students, after the government noted they currently receive none. Education Cooperation (Cambodia–UK): Cambodia and the UK signed an MoU to deepen cooperation from primary education to higher institutions, including scholarships and capacity-building. School Safety (Philippines): Baguio City is investigating viral video allegations of student violence, while the school urged the public to stop sharing footage. School Safety (US): Lower Merion families sued over a “digital free-for-all” claim tied to unrestricted internet access; other districts face threats and weapons incidents, with officials stressing serious consequences. Tech & AI Governance (US): Norwalk, Conn. received a $23K grant to implement AI safety policies and training, while Iowa City plans a review of screen time and device use. School Meals (US): Nutrition professionals are bracing for USDA rule changes that could raise protein and meat requirements, increasing costs. Learning Support (US): A nonprofit “Classroom Central” is supplying free materials to teachers in high-poverty districts, easing out-of-pocket spending. Workforce Pathways (US): Las Vegas expanded a partnership with West Las Vegas High School to grow its CDL career program. Higher Ed Infrastructure (US): Roane State and TCAT opened a new shared higher education center in Jamestown to expand job-ready programs. Neurodiversity Training (US): Landmark College’s certificate credits can now count toward certain Antioch University master’s programs for learning differences and neurodiversity.
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