News from June 2025
Pennsylvania attorney general to announce charges in chop shop operation
Attorney General Dave Sunday is set to announce charges against a central Pennsylvania-based organization involved in "chop shop" operations and fraud.
Shapiro Administration discusses Medicaid cuts' impact on rural healthcare
Officials from the Shapiro Administration are set to meet with rural health care leaders at Wayne Memorial Hospital to discuss the potential negative effects of proposed federal Medicaid cuts.
South Carolina's ESTF program hits student cap with future expansion planned
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced that the state's Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) program has reached its statutory limit of 10,000 students for the 2025-26 school year.
Edtech pioneer Anne Trumbore examines challenges and opportunities within education technology
Writing a history that one helped to create can be challenging, as Anne Trumbore notes in her book “The Teacher in the Machine: A Human History of Education Technology.” As a key figure among the many "humans in the loop," she has played a...
Michigan education department seeks more funding for early literacy initiatives
The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has reported a significant interest from school districts in grants for high-quality early literacy materials.
Melissa Evon awarded Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year 2025
Tonight, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) announced Melissa Evon from Elgin Public Schools as the recipient of the 2025 Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year award.
Supreme Court upholds E-Rate program ensuring student internet access
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled 6-3 in the case of Federal Communications Commission v. Consumers’ Research, affirming the constitutionality of the Universal Service Fund and preserving the federal E-Rate program.
Walters and Polk lead discussions at InspireOK conference
Ryan Walters and Dr. Jamie Polk took center stage at the InspireOK conference in Oklahoma City, addressing educators from across the state.
Lickdale Veterans' Outreach Center opens as first one-stop-shop for veteran services
Governor Josh Shapiro and Adjutant General John Pippy have inaugurated the Lickdale Veterans’ Outreach Center in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania officials warn against proposed Medicaid cuts affecting rural healthcare
Proposed Medicaid cuts in the Congressional Republicans' budget bill could significantly impact Pennsylvania's health care system, according to Shapiro Administration officials.
Supreme Court decision raises concerns over impact on inclusive education
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in the case of Mahmoud v. Taylor that introduces new requirements for educators and public schools.
Shapiro and Pippy to open Lickdale Veterans' Outreach Center
Governor Josh Shapiro and Major General John Pippy are set to inaugurate the new Lickdale Veterans' Outreach Center in Jonestown, Pennsylvania.
Educators Rising partners with AFT to tackle national teacher shortage
PDK International has announced a new partnership with the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) during the 2025 Educators Rising National Conference in Orlando, Florida.
Texas Education Agency announces charter school decisions for upcoming academic year
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced its decisions regarding the Generation 30 charter school applicants, who are expected to begin serving students in the 2026-2027 school year.
Supreme Court's birthright citizenship ruling draws response from AFT's Randi Weingarten
AFT President Randi Weingarten has commented on the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision regarding birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court's decision raises concerns among educators about inclusive learning
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision imposing new requirements on educators and public schools, which some argue could hinder efforts to provide an inclusive education reflecting the diverse identities present in public schools and...
KSDEweekly covers Kansas education updates and community stories
The latest edition of KSDEweekly, dated June 26, is now accessible for readers.
Vermont announces trainings for new educator licensing system
The Vermont Agency of Education, in collaboration with Level Data, is set to conduct training sessions on the new Educator Licensing System, VLSE, on July 15.
Pennsylvania officials warn against potential SNAP funding cuts
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, alongside Karns Foods CEO Scott Karns, Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association Communications Director John Zimmerman, and local farmers, addressed the potential impact of proposed federal cuts to the...
Supreme Court rulings impact LGBTQ+ rights in education and healthcare
In the closing days of its term, the U.S. Supreme Court's conservative majority issued two rulings impacting the LGBTQ+ community.