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Rhode Island's SurveyWorks surpasses 100k responses; seeks more feedback before April deadline
Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) have announced that the SurveyWorks initiative has received over 100,000 responses.
Shapiro administration highlights improved safety at PA long-term care facilities
Officials from the Shapiro Administration, including representatives from the Departments of Health and Aging, visited Country Meadows of York-West to emphasize the positive impact of state investments on long-term care facilities.
Shapiro administration highlights investments in long-term care improvements
Pennsylvania's Department of Health Secretary, Dr. Debra Bogen, along with representatives from the Department of Aging, will visit Country Meadows of York-West to discuss Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed budget for 2025-26.
South Carolina awards $5M to schools for strategic teacher compensation
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced the allocation of $5 million to 37 schools across 29 districts as part of the Strategic Compensation Pilot Grants.
Missouri recognizes nine school districts with Purple Star designation
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Missouri Purple Star designation.
Iowa State Board of Education schedules March meeting with remote access options
The Iowa State Board of Education is set to convene for its regular meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Vermont responds to new federal education policies amid changing guidelines
The Vermont Agency of Education is dedicated to keeping the public informed about federal policy changes affecting schools and students.
Secretary Redding highlights progress on National Ag Day at historic dairy farm
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding visited the Nissley family's 10th-generation dairy farm in Middletown to mark National Ag Day.
Michigan sees record-high student achievement amid calls for continued investment
State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice testified before a House subcommittee, highlighting record-high achievements in Michigan public schools due to increased state investments in education.
Connecticut confirms new state board of education members
Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker expressed her approval following the Connecticut General Assembly's confirmation of Governor Ned Lamont’s nominees to the State Board of Education on March 5, 2025.
Survey: 35% of teachers have taken pay cuts to reduce stress
A recent survey conducted by Teacher Tapp revealed that 35% of teachers have opted for a pay cut to alleviate job stress and enhance work-life balance.
Survey: Nearly 40% of Elementary teachers must submit lesson plans for every class
A recent survey conducted by Teacher Tapp reveals that nearly 40% of teachers, particularly those in elementary and middle schools, are required to submit lesson plans for every class.
Survey: Few teachers believe school discipline policies are too strict
A Teacher Tapp survey has revealed that despite widespread concerns about student behavior, most teachers find their school's discipline policies reasonable in addressing such issues.
Teachers say student behavior is worse than when they started, survey finds
A recent survey conducted by Teacher Tapp reveals that a majority of elementary and middle school teachers perceive a decline in student behavior over time compared to when they first began their teaching careers.
Illinois attracts over 17k potential teachers through new recruitment campaign
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) announced that its $6 million teacher recruitment campaign, "The Answer is Teaching," has drawn interest from over 17,000 individuals since its launch on July 1, 2024.
Goochland teacher receives honor as regional teacher of year
Rachel Tate, a history teacher at Goochland High School in Goochland County Public Schools, has been honored as the 2026 Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year for Superintendent Region 1 by the Virginia Department of Education.
Ryan Walters reaffirms commitment to parent empowerment in Oklahoma's education
Today, Superintendent Ryan Walters reiterated his commitment to enhancing Oklahoma's education system by empowering parents, reinstating traditional values in schools, and holding teacher unions accountable.
AFT criticizes Trump administration's approach to combating antisemitism in higher education
AFT President Randi Weingarten has spoken out against recent actions by the Trump administration, which she describes as an "arbitrary assault" on higher education institutions under the pretext of combating antisemitism.
Board of Regents announces decisions on professional discipline cases
The Board of Regents has disclosed the outcomes of disciplinary proceedings involving 31 professional discipline cases and two restoration petitions.
School districts repurpose empty buildings for early childhood education
Several years ago, Oklahoma City Public Schools closed more than a dozen school buildings as part of a realignment process.