News from June 2025
Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission announces $55M investment in State Museum modernization
The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) has announced a significant $55 million infrastructure revitalization project for the State Museum of Pennsylvania.
House committee advances bipartisan bill supporting charter school educators
The House Education and Workforce Committee has moved forward with H.R. 3453, known as the Empower Charter School Educators to Lead Act.
Meta partners with schools for improved student online safety
Schools are increasingly facing challenges related to students' online activities, such as digital distractions, online bullying, and harmful content.
DeSantis announces rise in student performance with progress monitoring
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida students have shown continued improvement in academic performance.
Dysart Unified School District leads state with most Arts Proficiency Seals
The Dysart Unified School District has seen a significant achievement, with 249 students receiving the Arizona Seal of Arts Proficiency.
Nebraska offers free summer meals for children through USDA program
Free meals will be available to children aged one to eighteen at designated locations throughout Nebraska.
Summer Food Service Program returns in Vermont for 2025
The Agency of Education has announced the return of the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) for 2025.
Governor Shapiro visits Crane Clean Energy Center with key industry leaders
Governor Josh Shapiro recently attended an event at the Crane Clean Energy Center in Middletown, Pennsylvania.
Reykdal secures funding for Imagination Library amid budget cuts
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal has announced funding for the Imagination Library of Washington, ensuring its operation for another year.
Educator builds microschool tailored for Black students after leaving traditional system
The founder of a microschool has shared her journey from teaching in traditional classrooms to establishing an educational environment specifically designed for Black children.
Organized Retail Crime Unit marks first year with arrests and recoveries
Attorney General Dave Sunday recently met with Philadelphia-area law enforcement and community partners to review the first-year achievements of the Office of Attorney General's Organized Retail Crime Unit.
Rhode Island launches student video contest promoting school attendance
Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) have announced the launch of the 2025 Attendance Matters RI Student Video Contest.
Charges announced in central Pa.-based 'chop shop' operation
Attorney General Dave Sunday, alongside the Pennsylvania State Police, has announced charges against multiple individuals involved in a central Pennsylvania-based "chop shop" operation.
Wyoming court hearing set for challenge against state’s education savings account program
Attorneys from the Partnership for Educational Choice will appear in court this Friday to defend the rights of Wyoming families seeking access to the state's expanded education savings account (ESA) program.
University partners with nonprofit to pilot AI strategy for skill enhancement
University of Phoenix and Jobs for the Future (JFF) have announced a new initiative to pilot an AI-powered strategy for skills analysis and talent mobility.
Vermont education agency announces grant deadlines and new licensing system
The Vermont Agency of Education has announced several updates relevant to educators and administrators across the state.
Partnership marks two decades supporting English language learners through Colorín Colorado
Guest author Giselle Lundy-Ponce has detailed the journey of Colorín Colorado, an online resource hub aimed at providing educators of English language learners (ELLs) with essential resources.
NEA honors nine advocates with Human and Civil Rights Awards
The National Education Association (NEA) will honor nine individuals and organizations with its highest accolade, the Human and Civil Rights (HRC) Awards, on July 2 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland.
Summer meal programs ensure Michigan kids have access to nutritious food
Michigan children have access to healthy meals throughout the summer, thanks to programs administered by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).
North Dakota seeks vendor for school data migration to Infinite Campus
The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to aid in the extraction and cleanup of existing state-level and LEA/District-level data from PowerSchool and TieNet.