Higher Education Access in Qatar: Qatar University says it will welcome 6,000+ new bachelor’s students for Fall 2026, with classes starting Aug. 23 and online orientation beginning Aug. 16. Education City Growth: Qatar’s Education City universities are also bringing in 800+ new students as orientations ramp up. Teacher-Student Support in Texas: Gov. Greg Abbott announced “Student Success Academy” plans to target reading and math gaps, building on teacher “reading and math academies.” Accountability in Texas: The Texas Education Agency released A–F ratings, with 24% of campuses improving and 85% earning C or above. Charter Pay Scrutiny (Arizona): An ABC15 investigation flags a charter CEO’s $520,000 compensation for a school of about 225 students, raising public-funds questions. School Funding Lawsuit Threat (West Virginia): The ACLU of West Virginia filed intent to sue over alleged underfunding in Lincoln County, arguing it violates the state’s “thorough and efficient” education guarantee. Foreign Ties Under Review (Australia/Universities): Proposed changes to Australia’s Foreign Relations Act would increase scrutiny of university collaborations with certain foreign nations, sparking debate over academic freedom. Back-to-School Community Push (US): Auburn School District’s large back-to-school resource fair highlights wraparound supports like backpacks, clothes, haircuts, vaccines, and family services. Student Survey Overhaul (NYC): NYC shortened its annual school survey to 61 questions and simplified wording, aiming for better student feedback on vaping, inclusion, and real-world learning. Special Education Workforce (Wisconsin): Wisconsin won a $10.5M federal grant to keep special education teachers in classrooms. Dementia Training (Tasmania): Tasmania funds Dementia Australia education and training for hospital staff and community nurses, using de-escalation and VR-based learning. School Infrastructure (Canada): Saskatchewan issued an RFP for the first construction phase of Swift Current Comprehensive High School renovations. School Board Crisis (Georgia): Gov. Brian Kemp suspended Dublin’s entire school board over financial mismanagement and accreditation risk.