News from 2025
Summer food service program grants open for low-income area sponsors
Children require nutritious food throughout the entire year, including when they are not attending school.
Superintendent highlights career education's role in Wyoming's strategic plan
Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder emphasized the significance of Career and Technical Education (CTE) during a gathering on February 10, attended by Wyoming legislators, educators, and high school members of CTE student...
Kansas State Department releases new KSDEweekly with focus on education
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has released the Feb. 20 edition of KSDEweekly, which is now accessible for viewing.
Student reading, math scores see nationwide decline according to recent NAEP report
Recent data from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) indicates a concerning decline in reading and math scores for fourth and eighth-grade students across the United States.
Study explores the impact of YogaCue on seniors' cognitive and physical health
The Max Orovitz Laboratory presents a unique scene as participants engage in a new yoga class.
University of Miami leaders share leadership insights at annual seminar
Amid ongoing transformation in higher education, University of Miami leaders recently shared their experiences as evolving leaders in a virtual panel discussion.
Giants coordinator sets family milestone as first to earn a master's degree
Brandon Harlin, who grew up north of downtown Detroit idolizing the Detroit Lions, fulfilled his NFL dreams by becoming the New York Giants' player engagement coordinator.
Groups file complaint against Milwaukee schools over parental rights violations
The Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) and Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF), both nonprofit public interest law firms and policy organizations, have filed a joint complaint against the Milwaukee Public School District (MPS).
NCES announces Nation's Report Card shows slow progress for 4th and 8th graders
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) has announced that the Nation’s Report Card indicates fourth and eighth graders are not making sufficient progress to recover from pandemic-related setbacks, although some improvement is evident.
Nebraska educators and responders participate in school safety reunification training
Groups of Nebraska educators, law enforcement officers, and first responders are collaborating with the Nebraska Department of Education's School Safety staff for specialized training sessions.
Oklahoma prematurely releases education cut scores amid political interference concerns
Under the direction of Governor Stitt, the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability (OEQA) released the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) cut scores ahead of schedule.
Insurance Canopy report details rising legal risks and growing demand for educator liability coverage
Insurance Canopy has highlighted the increasing legal risks faced by educators, emphasizing the necessity for robust liability insurance.
CCSSO CEO on Education Secretary confirmation: She will help 'provide opportunities for all students'
Carissa Moffat Miller, CEO of the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), expressed education leaders' eagerness to collaborate with newly confirmed U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon to support student success.
All4Ed CEO on McMahon’s confirmation and Trump’s education policy: 'The Department of Education is not a political pawn'
Amy Loyd, CEO of All4Ed, expressed concerns regarding Linda McMahon's confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Education and its implications for the Trump administration's education policies and commitment to public schools.
National PTA President on Linda McMahon’s confirmation: 'Public dollars must remain invested in public schools'
Yvonne Johnson, president of the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA), expressed concerns about Secretary of Education Linda McMahon's support for policies that could divert resources from public schools.
AFT president on McMahon confirmation: We are taking 'a wrecking ball to the Department of Education'
Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), expressed concerns about potential negative impacts on public education following Linda McMahon's confirmation as Education Secretary.
Oklahoma reveals 2025 teacher of the year finalists
State Superintendent Ryan Walters has announced the finalists for the 2025 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year.
Test scores decline raises concerns about U.S. education system
The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) has reported a significant decline in reading and math scores among American students in fourth and eighth grades.
South Florida consortium addresses teacher shortage crisis at educational summit
Beginning in 2022, the South Florida Education Consortium was formed by deans and faculty from Miami-Dade institutions of higher education, along with school district leaders.
Rutgers professors address diversity in R&D and Pre-K at SXSW EDU
Dr. Marybeth Gasman and Dr. Steven Barnett from Rutgers Graduate School of Education will participate as panelists at the upcoming South by Southwest EDU (SXSW EDU) conference.