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Schools

British

/ skuːlz /

plural noun

the medieval Schoolmen collectively
1. the Examination Schools, the University building in which examinations are held
2. informal the Second Public Examination for the degree of Bachelor of Arts; finals

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Schools like New York University that opened satellite campuses in the region have switched to remote classes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Heights Public Schools Superintendent Zena Stenvik accused ICE officers of using Liam as “bait,” sparking a major public outcry.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

Schools were also closed in some districts in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

From BBC • Mar. 16, 2026

Schools are also advised to have "grab kits" in place ready for an emergency - containing school site plans, medication lists, registers, emergency contact details, and its lockdown/evacuation template.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

The Superintendent of Schools could see his face in any surface.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck

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