AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoAsia’s University Race: Hong Kong placed five universities in the QS Asia top 10, led by the University of Hong Kong at No. 1. The Philippines added 10 institutions to the rankings, but 24 of its 45 ranked universities fell, and the University of the Philippines slipped to 123rd. Schools Under Fire: A Russian strike on a Ukrainian school building used as a shelter and aid centre killed at least 31 people, underscoring the growing danger to students and education workers. AI in Classrooms: Google will turn its AI tools off by default for K–12 accounts, but schools that reject AI-powered Search will also lose regular Search access. Funding Fight: Mississippi is set to join a federal tax-credit scholarship program in 2027; supporters welcome more school choice, while critics warn funds may flow mainly to private schools and weaken public education. Teacher Shortages: Fiji’s education minister cited shortages in specialist subjects and reluctance to work in remote areas as major challenges, alongside gaps in professional development. School Governance: Chicago voters chose the city’s first fully elected school board, facing declining enrollment and strained finances as it begins a new era after decades of mayoral control.
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