News from March 2025
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.
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.
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.
Rutgers professor shares insights on education administration through diverse experiences
From Brooklyn to New Brunswick, Dr. Gail Verona has been teaching since the 1970s.
Middlesex County honors teacher Kristen Johnson for educational contributions
From the sports field to the classroom, Kristen Johnson has combined her passions for coaching and education.
Dallas ISD's Robert Abel honored with distinguished service award
Robert Abel, Chief of Human Capital for the Dallas Independent School District (ISD), has been awarded the 2025 Distinguished Service Award by the Council of the Great City Schools.
Character.org recognizes 98 state-level schools and five districts for character excellence
Character.org, a national organization promoting character development, has recognized 98 state-level Schools of Character and five Districts of Character for 2025.
Education innovation discussed at National Governors Association winter meeting
National Governors Association (NGA) Chair, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, led a discussion on education innovation at the NGA Winter Meeting in Washington, DC.
Governors urge educational reform following declining national test scores
On January 29, 2025, the National Governors Association (NGA) released a statement addressing the latest findings from the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP).
PTA honors Collins and McBath with Congressional Voice for Children Award
National PTA has announced that Senator Susan Collins and Representative Lucy McBath are the recipients of its 2025 Congressional Voice for Children Award.
NEA President criticizes Senate confirmation of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education
NEA President Becky Pringle issued a statement following the U.S. Senate's confirmation of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education.