A new report said Michigan has the lowest professional-to-student ratio of all states and pointed to the particular staffing needs of rural schools. In Michigan s rural school districts, just one counselor or school psychologist serves an average of 571 students, one finding in a report from the National Rural Education Association. Allen Pratt, executive director of the association, said it may require more funding or using funding differently to improve adult-to-student ratios and serve kids better, especially in rural areas. .
Pets are often considered beloved family members, and like any loved one, their health is a priority. Research from Purdue University has found a link between a dog s exposure to cigarette smoke and lawn-care products and higher rates of cancer. The team observed the environment and activity of 120 Scottish terriers and found the dogs were six times more likely to develop urinary bladder cancer than other breeds. .
Federal funds have been awarded to New York applicants transitioning to electric school buses. The $69 million grant is part of the Environmental Protection Agency s Clean School Bus Program Grants Competition. This money will be split between the Evans-Brant Central School District in Western New York, and two New York City school bus services. .
The American Red Cross said it is experiencing an emergency blood shortage. A regional facility in North Dakota said its situation is not quite as dire, but stressed the need to maintain strong supplies from donors. January is National Blood Donor Month and the urgent plea from the Red Cross noted the U.S. .
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