News from March 2025
Tennessee highlights progress during Literacy Month
Throughout March, Tennessee is celebrating Literacy Month, as proclaimed by Governor Bill Lee.
Mississippi sees rise in Advanced Placement exam participation among class of 2024
The Mississippi Department of Education has released the 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) Cohort Report, revealing an increase in AP exam participation among the state's public school graduates.
North Dakota excels in Farm to School initiatives according to USDA census
North Dakota is leading the mountain plains region in several Farm to School activities, according to the United States Department of Agriculture's recent Farm to School Census.
Missouri DESE completes review of child care subsidy backlog
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has completed its review of the backlog in child care subsidy applications.
Oklahoma forms Teacher Freedom Alliance to support merit pay initiatives
The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) has announced the formation of the Teacher Freedom Alliance (TFA), an organization designed to support merit pay initiatives aimed at rewarding high-performing educators.
State superintendent launches universal online high school planning platform
In Washington state, high school students are required to complete a High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) to graduate.
South Carolina's START report addresses teacher shortages with strategic recommendations
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has unveiled a comprehensive plan to tackle the state's teacher recruitment and retention issues.
Nebraska sees positive trends in teacher recruitment and retention
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has released the 2024-25 Teacher Vacancy Survey Report, indicating positive trends in teacher recruitment and retention across the state.
New Mexico Senate passes Special Education Act; bill moves to House
The New Mexico Senate has approved the Special Education Act, which aims to establish a dedicated Office of Special Education and develop a state-specific framework for addressing the challenges faced by students with disabilities in New Mexico.
Healey-Driscoll Administration awards $1 million for STEM career pathways
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced the allocation of $1 million in Innovation Career Pathway grants to 29 school districts across Massachusetts.
Healey-Driscoll administration proposes new teacher licensure tests
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has put forward a proposal to establish alternative assessments for educator licensure in Massachusetts.
Horne urges schools to adopt stricter absenteeism policies
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has called for significant measures to address the high rate of chronic absenteeism among public school students in Arizona.
Northampton County student wins 2025 'Poetry Out Loud' state championship
The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) has announced that Isavel Mendoza, a senior at Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts in Northampton County, is the 2025 Poetry Out Loud (POL) state champion.
Illinois reports record highs in Advanced Placement participation and performance
The Illinois State Board of Education has released new data from the College Board, indicating that the Class of 2024 in Illinois has set new records in Advanced Placement (AP) participation and performance.
Maryland high school graduation rate reaches seven-year peak
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) announced that the state's high school graduation rate reached its highest level since 2017.
Michigan announces regional teachers of the year for 2025-26
Ten educators from Michigan have been named as the 2025-26 Regional Teachers of the Year.
Georgia names 2025 Advanced Placement Honor Schools
State School Superintendent Richard Woods has announced the 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools in Georgia.
Iowa awards nearly $4 million to expand career academies
Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Education have awarded nearly $4 million in grants to four community colleges in Iowa.
Six educators receive 2025 Iowa stem teacher awards
The Iowa Department of Education and the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council have recognized six teachers as recipients of the 2025 Iowa STEM Teacher Award.
Virginia expands literacy efforts with three new network supports
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is expanding its literacy efforts with the introduction of three new network supports.