News from March 2025
Trump Administration limits collective bargaining for national security workers
The Trump Administration has signed an executive order that significantly impacts government employees involved in national security.
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis highlights state investments in safety during Bradford County visit
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visited Bradford County to spotlight efforts by local organizations to enhance community safety and reduce domestic violence.
Governors evaluate new measures of success in education beyond traditional metrics
Governors from across the United States are re-evaluating how success is measured in education, with a focus on aligning with the demands of technology and the evolving job market.
NCCAT names teacher of the year, awards promising educators in North Carolina
Summer Espinosa, a kindergarten teacher from Cabarrus County Schools, has been named the NCCAT 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Beginning Teacher of the Year.
Early childhood education grapples with financial and staffing challenges
The current state of the early care and education workforce is facing significant challenges, according to a survey conducted by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
Audit findings on UPMC contract with DHS to be released by deputy auditor general
Gordon Denlinger, Deputy Auditor General for Audits, is set to present the findings from an audit focusing on the UPMC Health Plan.
Maryland names finalists for 2025 STEM teaching excellence awards
On March 31, 2025, the Maryland State Department of Education announced six finalists for the prestigious Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).
Michigan leaders respond to U.S. Department of Education's funding withdrawal
State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice and State Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh have issued statements regarding the recent decision by the U.S. Department of Education to rescind previously approved federal funding.
Nebraska teachers selected as finalists for the prestigious national teaching award
Four Nebraska teachers have been announced as state finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).
Audit finds UPMC contract delays cost taxpayers over $350,000 in 2022
On March 31, 2025, Deputy Auditor General for Audits Gordon Denlinger, representing Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor, released the findings of a performance audit concerning UPMC's contract under the Community HealthChoices program with the...
Global sport industry conference highlights leadership and opportunities in its 10th year
Alina Hudak, the newly appointed president and CEO of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee, addressed attendees at the 10th annual Global Sport Industry Conference, reflecting on her unique leadership journey.
Maryland officials react to federal pandemic funds reimbursement withdrawal
The president of the State Board of Education, Dr. Joshua Michael, and the State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Carey M. Wright, have expressed their concern over the recent move by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) to rescind pandemic...
KSDEweekly highlights podcast relaunch and legislative activities in new edition
The Kansas State Department of Education has released the latest edition of its KSDEweekly on March 27.
New York State enhances Holocaust and genocide education with special learning event
The New York State Education Department recently convened a professional learning event aiming to enhance Holocaust and genocide education across the state.
Moskowitz and Meyer discuss improving rural education at New York convening
The recent panel discussion at the Let’s Get Ready!
New Hampshire launches survey to assess literacy education needs statewide
Today, the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) announced the launch of the New Hampshire Literacy Landscape Survey.
JFF suggests education and workforce reforms in fiscal year 2026 budget
Jobs for the Future (JFF) has shared policy and funding recommendations with the Trump administration for its fiscal year 2026 budget request to Congress.
Iowa high school graduation rate returns to 88.3%, nearing prepandemic levels
Iowa's high school graduation rate for the class of 2024 has increased to 88.3%, rising by 0.8 percentage points since the previous year, as reported by the Iowa Department of Education.
Kansas State Board of Education to convene in Topeka on April 8-9
The Kansas State Board of Education has scheduled a meeting for April 8-9.