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Frederick County educator named 2026 Maryland Teacher of the Year
ALonna Soward-Puryear, a fourth-grade teacher at Monocacy Elementary School in Frederick County Public Schools, has been named the 2026 Maryland Teacher of the Year.
Ohio receives nearly $105 million in federal grants for expanding community schools
Ohio has secured nearly $105 million in federal grants from the U.S. Department of Education to expand high-performing community schools, according to an announcement by Stephen D. Dackin, Director of the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce.
Success Academy announces first Florida campus opening under Schools of Hope initiative
Success Academy, a well-known charter school network, will open its first Florida campus in Miami.
Mississippi releases lower school district ratings amid planned changes to grading system
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has released accountability grades for the 2024-25 school year, showing that 80.1% of schools and 87.2% of districts earned a grade of C or higher.
Iowa secures $43 million federal grant for expansion of public charter schools
The Iowa Department of Education has received a competitive federal grant exceeding $43 million over five years to help support high-quality public charter schools across the state.
Nevada Department of Education forms new recruitment and retention commission
The Nevada Department of Education has announced the creation of the Commission on Recruitment and Retention, following the passage of Senate Bill 460 by the Nevada Legislature in 2025.
Rhode Island Department of Education announces WaterFire celebration honoring state educators
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) will host "WaterFire: A Salute to Rhode Island Educators" on Saturday, September 27, at Memorial Park in downtown Providence.
Governor’s School Breakfast Challenge honors top 10 schools for student participation
Acting Secretary of Education Dr. Carrie Rowe attended an event at Lincoln Financial Field to announce the winners of the Governor's School Breakfast Challenge.
Nevada names two preschool teachers as 2025 early educators of the year
Two Nevada preschool teachers have been recognized as the 2025 Nevada Early Educators of the Year by the Nevada Department of Education.
Department awards record grants as demand grows for public charter schools
The U.S. Department of Education has announced the recipients of the 2025 Charter Schools Program (CSP) grants, reflecting a significant increase in interest for public charter schools.
Native American student academic performance rises sharply across Arizona school districts
When Tom Horne assumed office as Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction in January 2023, he was informed that only five percent of Native American students were proficient in core subjects.
Superintendent Walters announces plan for TPUSA clubs in every Oklahoma high school
Turning Point USA (TPUSA) has launched an initiative allowing students in public, private, or homeschool settings to establish TPUSA Club America chapters at their schools.
Governor Shapiro to address progress on violence reduction in Chester City
Governor Josh Shapiro is scheduled to visit Chester City on September 17, 2025, where he will be joined by local and state law enforcement officials to discuss the administration’s efforts in reducing violence across Pennsylvania communities.
AG Sunday announces arrests and seizures in McKeesport 'Summer Suppression' operation
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that nearly 20 people have been arrested in McKeesport as part of the "Summer Suppression" initiative, a joint effort with Allegheny County law enforcement agencies.
More teachers choose virtual schools seeking improved work-life balance
A growing number of teachers are turning to virtual schools in search of better work-life balance, a trend that has continued since the shift to remote learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Teacher describes impact of digital mental health tools at Guilford Preparatory Academy
One teacher at Guilford Preparatory Academy has described how the introduction of a digital check-in tool has changed the way student well-being is supported at the school.
Attorney General Sunday announces extended crime enforcement effort in McKeesport
Attorney General Dave Sunday and several law enforcement officials are scheduled to provide details on an extended enforcement effort in the McKeesport area.
Council of Chief State School Officers comments on Kansas commissioner’s retirement
Carissa Moffat Miller, Chief Executive Officer of the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), has issued a statement following the announcement that Kansas Education Commissioner Randy Watson will retire. “I’m thankful for the opportunity...
How changing laws shape teacher autonomy over classroom expression
A ninth grade algebra teacher in San Antonio, Texas, April Jones, has decorated her classroom with various posters and banners collected over her ten years of teaching.
Governor Shapiro addresses political violence at Eradicate Hate Global Summit in Pittsburgh
Governor Josh Shapiro spoke at the 2025 Eradicate Hate Global Summit in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, addressing the issue of political violence in the United States.