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Public input sought in search for new Michigan state superintendent
The State Board of Education in Michigan is seeking public input on the qualifications for the next state superintendent.
DeSantis grants extra day off for Florida state employees during July Fourth weekend
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that state offices will be closed on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
Pennsylvania distributes $9.2 million in unclaimed property through Money Match program
Treasurer Stacy Garrity, alongside Senator Frank Farry, Senator Scott Hutchinson, and Representative Ryan Bizzarro, announced the distribution of a second round of Pennsylvania Money Match checks.
Governor Shapiro joins LeSean McCoy for affordable housing opening
Governor Josh Shapiro is set to participate in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for JMB Gardens, a new affordable housing development in uptown Harrisburg.
Iowa expands free meal programs for kids during summer break
More than 540 sites across Iowa are offering free, nutritious meals to children this summer through the Seamless Summer Option and Summer Food Service Programs.
AFT launches ad campaign against GOP-backed Trump tax bill
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has initiated a substantial advertising campaign targeting nine Republican senators over the proposed Trump tax bill currently under congressional consideration.
Governor vetoes antisemitism education bill despite bipartisan support
Horne has expressed strong disapproval of the Governor's decision to veto a bill aimed at combating antisemitism in educational institutions.
Missouri home visiting programs restructured with new administrative oversight
In the recent legislative session, the Missouri General Assembly made amendments to restructure the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s (DESE) Office of Childhood Home Visiting section.
State board approves new ESA Parent Handbook after extensive revisions
The state board has agreed to adopt a new ESA Parent Handbook, marking a significant update to the guidelines governing the Education Savings Account (ESA) program.
Rhode Island announces winner of 2025 STEAM logo contest; seeks applicants for educator award
Governor Dan McKee, Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education have announced the winner of the 2025 STEAM Logo Design Contest.
Maryland State Board of Education schedules meeting for June 24
The Maryland State Board of Education is set to convene on Tuesday, June 24, at 9 a.m. The meeting will take place at the Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building in Baltimore.
Wyoming's Education Savings Account Program faces legal challenge
On June 20, 2025, the Partnership for Educational Choice, a collaboration between EdChoice and the Institute for Justice, filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit concerning Wyoming's Education Savings Account (ESA) program.
Teachers outline desired roles for generative ai in classrooms
Generative AI has entered classrooms with the promise of revolutionizing education, but many teachers are now seeking tools that save time without replacing their judgment.
Oregon launches summer meal initiatives to combat childhood hunger
The state of Oregon is implementing two programs to help address childhood hunger during the summer months when school is not in session.
Oregon offers free summer meals for children under 18
Free meals for children in Oregon, ages 18 and younger, are now available through the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).
North Dakota releases guide for new student information system implementation
The release of the Infinite Campus SIS Implementation Guide marks a significant step in North Dakota's transition to a new Student Information System (SIS) under the BRIDGE initiative.
Wyoming seeks public input on charter school board rules
The Wyoming Department of Education (WDE) is inviting public feedback on the Chapter 1 Rules concerning the Wyoming Charter School Authorizing Board.
New software announced for Vermont educator licensing system
The Attorney General’s Office has released a guide titled “Your Rights When Encountering Immigration Officials in Vermont.” This resource aims to assist Vermonters in understanding immigration enforcement laws and making informed decisions.
Mississippi removes U.S. history test as graduation requirement from 2025
The State Board of Education (SBE) in Mississippi has decided to remove the U.S. History statewide assessment as a graduation requirement starting with the 2025-26 school year.