School Safety & Drills: The Philippine Pediatric Society says active-attack and lockdown drills have “limited” or mixed support and urges DepEd to use a nonsimulated Aug. 25 schedule while reviewing active-attack protocols. Disaster Recovery: DepEd in the Philippines estimates P2.604 billion for rebuilding and repairs after monsoon damage, affecting thousands of learners and hundreds of schools. AI in Education: Israel’s Education Ministry says Program 720 will use major tech partners (Microsoft, Google, Amazon) under strict security and privacy rules, aiming for personalized learning within the national curriculum. Teacher Shortage: Israel’s teachers’ union warns of a near-5,000 teacher shortfall and calls for making schools a place people want to work. School Meals & Nutrition: Tyson Foods pledges $1M over two years to expand healthy school meals and nutrition education via Harvest to Hallways. Broadband Access: The FCC’s review could reshape the E-Rate school internet discount program, with advocates planning a major protest. Policy Fight (California): California lawmakers debate ACA 7, which critics say could reopen race-based preferences in K-12. Community Support: Kuwait’s Gulf Bank launches a back-to-school and university campaign with school visits and financial literacy support for students. Local Grants: West Virginia Gov. Morrisey announces $659,570 in juvenile justice Title II grant awards for mentoring, counseling, and educational resources.