Example Sentences

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During oral argument in that case, Justice Antonin Scalia was aghast that anyone would think public school students have a right to advocate for legal marijuana.

From Slate • Jun. 18, 2026

"Everyone felt dizzy, like we were being vigorously rocked on a hammock for more than two minutes. And the shaking was getting stronger by the second," said public school teacher Cesar Sundo in Lebak town.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Naveed Hasan is a computer programmer, a parent and a member of Panel for Education Policy, an oversight board for New Yorks' public school system.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The fundamental driving factor behind the increased education spending is the state constitution, which, under current positive revenue projections, requires 40% of the state budget to go to public school districts and community colleges.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Like I’m supposed to be thankful to go to the public school where I’ve always gone, in the town where I’ve always lived.

From "Internment" by Samira Ahmed