School Infrastructure Oversight: In Kalinga, Philippines, a local group urged DPWH chief Vince Dizon to order deeper audits after cracks, damaged ceilings, and deteriorating floors were spotted at Liwan West Elementary School, warning routine repairs may not be enough. Teacher Shortage & Working Conditions: A new report argues teachers are leaving not just for pay, but because classrooms feel like pressure-cookers—more disruption, anxiety, and less admin backup. AI in Classrooms: Illinois educators are pushing for statewide, practical guidance on how schools should use AI, as the state board drafts rules due by July. Teacher Protests Over Kidnapping: Nigeria’s teachers union and activists staged protests over abductions in Oyo and Borno, with nationwide school shutdowns planned in multiple states. Education Staffing Reform: Sindh, Pakistan, is proposing a “golden handshake” for surplus teachers and giving school heads hiring powers for lower-grade support staff. Refugee Education Partnership: UNHCR and TECNO say their expanded Africa partnership is improving access to primary schooling, materials, and safer learning spaces for tens of thousands of refugee learners. Student Support Over Summer: In El Paso, districts are expanding free summer meals to prevent hunger when school stops. SEND & Specialist Provision: New College Worcester is joining Aequalis Education Trust to strengthen long-term support for students with vision impairment up to age 25.