Gifted Education Rules in Kuwait: Kuwait’s Ministry of Education published regulations for a new gifted-school system, including how students are identified, taught, assessed, and supported as the first Grades 6–9 cohort prepares to start in West Abdullah Al-Mubarak. Civic Engagement in Schools: Lehigh Valley educators argue that voter education and participation belong in classrooms, especially in midterm years when turnout is typically lower. Tech in the Classroom, Court Fight: Lower Merion School District asked a federal judge to block parents’ bid to opt children out of school-assigned computers, calling it fearmongering and an abuse of process. AI and Speechwriting Scrutiny (Netherlands): Dutch media reported traces of generative AI in politicians’ communications; the Education Ministry says AI may be used to make messages more accessible, while humans determine wording. Literacy Push in South Africa: Isuzu’s three-year partnership with READ Educational Trust targets foundational reading, supporting 1,390 learners and addressing the scale of Grade 4 reading-for-meaning gaps. Teacher Effectiveness Leadership (US): Ascension Parish Schools Superintendent Edith Walker was named to a national educator advisory board focused on improving teacher effectiveness. Exam Quality Concerns (Bangladesh): Education Minister Milon acknowledged major SSC evaluation shortcomings after a surge in top grades following re-evaluation, calling for accountability and stronger monitoring. School Safety Incident (Jamaica): A student was arrested after a loaded firearm was found in a backpack during security screening at Queens School for Career Development.