News from April 2025
Shapiro administration to announce opening of 2025 Growing Greener Grant Program
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley plans to announce the opening of the 2025 round of Growing Greener Grants on April 22, 2025.
Nebraska leaders create new education technology chapter CoSNE
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has announced the establishment of a new state chapter of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), named CoSN Nebraska (CoSNE).
Oklahoma to withhold funds from districts not signing Title VI assurance
Today, Ryan Walters, the State Superintendent of Oklahoma, declared that the Oklahoma State Department of Education will start withholding federal education funds from April 25 for school districts not signing the federal Title VI assurance.
Nine Mississippi students named semifinalists for U.S. Presidential Scholars program
The Mississippi Department of Education announced the selection of nine high school seniors from the state as semifinalists for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Missouri launches initiative to enhance career and technical education systems
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's (DESE) Office of College and Career Readiness, in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (DHEWD), launched the Governor’s Workforce...
Governor Shapiro hosts Easter event to mark reopening after arson incident
Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro recently hosted the 2025 annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Governor's Residence, inviting pre-K students, teachers, and advocates.
Trump's executive order on accreditation stirs allegations of politics in academia
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order on accreditation, which has raised concerns among educational organizations.
Pennsylvania DEP celebrates investments in Little Conestoga Creek restoration
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Lancaster Clean Water Partners are organizing a site visit to the Little Conestoga Creek Blue Green Connector Project.
Over 500 professionals attend conference on justice and behavioral health in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) initiated the 2025 Criminal Justice Advisory Board (CJAB) Conference in State College.
Leaders call for remembrance on Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day
As communities around the world observe Yom HaShoah, Chancellor Lester W. Young Jr., the Board of Regents, and Commissioner Betty A. Rosa issued a reflective statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Experience in South Africa reshapes teacher's approach in New Jersey classroom
For Terrell Gilkey, education represents more than just a career; it's a means to make a difference.
PennDOT Secretary Carroll updates public on REAL ID enforcement
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll provided a virtual media update on REAL ID.
DCNR unveils 30th solar array to reduce costs and emissions at Pennsylvania parks
The unveiling of the 30th solar array by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) at Gifford Pinchot State Park signifies an ongoing effort to enhance climate leadership while reducing costs and emissions on state-managed lands.
State funds boost Lancaster County creek restoration efforts
Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley, along with the Lancaster Clean Water Partners, marked a significant investment in stream and floodplain restoration projects on Little Conestoga Creek.
Tickets available for "Menu for Success" Student Food Truck Roundup in East Providence
Tickets are now available for the upcoming "Menu for Success" Student Food Truck Roundup, an event set to take place on May 3, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Crescent Park in East Providence.
Trump's executive orders on K-12 schools face criticism from AFT President Weingarten
President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders concerning K-12 education, which has prompted a response from American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten.
Career exploration: Why it should begin before high school
The question "What do you want to be when you grow up?
Schools face challenges in addressing trauma amid rising natural disasters
When Los Angeles was struck by the Eaton and Palisades fires, the damage was swift and intense, affecting thousands of homes and costing billions.
Proposed federal cuts threaten access to Michigan's universal free school meals
Amid proposed federal changes that could affect access to free and reduced-price school meals, Michigan officials emphasize the significance of school nutrition programs.
Applications open for $3.5 million community learning center grants
State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler announced that applications are now open for approximately $3.5 million in 21st Century Community Learning Centers grants for the 2025-26 school year.