News from March 2025
KSDEweekly highlights teacher retention and upcoming events
The March 20 edition of KSDEweekly is now accessible for readers.
Northern High wins 2025 North Carolina Jr. Chef cook-off
The Northern High School team, known as the "Knights of Culinary," emerged victorious in the 2025 North Carolina Jr.
Coalition sues Trump administration over attempts to dismantle Department of Education
A coalition of educators, school districts, and unions has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in response to its efforts to dismantle the Department of Education.
Coalition sues Trump administration over plans to dismantle education department
Advocacy groups have initiated legal action against the Trump Administration, challenging its efforts to dismantle the United States Department of Education.
Utah custodian named 2025 NEA Education Support Professional of the Year
The National Education Association (NEA) has announced Andy Markus, head custodian at Draper Park Middle School in Draper, Utah, as the 2025 NEA Education Support Professional (ESP) of the Year.
State Rep. Owens on federal overreach in schools: 'It’s time to put states in charge and parents in the driver’s seat'
Burgess Owens, a Utah State Representative, has expressed concerns over federal education policy, stating that it has been dominated by bureaucrats aligned with teachers' unions who prioritize power over students' learning.
Teacher Tapp finds student behavior is the most common source of stress for educators
A recent poll conducted by Teacher Tapp has identified student behavior as the primary source of stress for teachers in the United States, particularly affecting those in elementary and middle schools.
Talking, defiance, lateness top classroom disruptions across all grade levels
A recent poll conducted by Teacher Tapp has identified talking out of turn, not following instructions, and student lateness as the most frequently reported classroom disruptions.
Governor Shapiro appeals USDA decision on local food purchasing assistance
Governor Josh Shapiro has announced that his administration is appealing the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) decision to terminate the Local Food Purchasing Assistance (LFPA) Program.
AFL-CIO challenges Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency
A campaign led by the AFL-CIO, a federation representing over 15 million workers, is challenging the policies of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).
Instagram partners with schools for safer social media use
The integration of social media in schools is a double-edged sword.
Supreme Court takes on landmark case about funding for religious schools
In the early months of the new administration, education has undergone significant changes.
Gun violence absent from Linda McMahon's education secretary confirmation hearing
Linda McMahon's recent confirmation as U.S. Secretary of Education has sparked discussions on her stance regarding school safety, particularly gun violence, a topic notably absent during her Senate confirmation hearing.
Medal of Honor highlights importance of sacrifice across generations
This past weekend, the enduring theme of sacrifice was highlighted as a unifying value among Medal of Honor recipients.
Faculty unions sue Trump Administration over cuts to science research funding
The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) and the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration.
DHS and IUP announce partnership for training physicians at Torrance State Hospital
DHS Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh will join leaders from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) to announce a new initiative at IUP's College of Osteopathic Medicine located at Torrance State Hospital.
Shapiro administration unveils flexible office as part of optimization project
The Shapiro Administration has introduced a newly redesigned flexible office space in the North Office Building.
Governor Shapiro addresses impact of federal funding cuts on food banks
Governor Josh Shapiro is set to host a roundtable discussion at the Central PA Food Bank to address the effects of recent federal funding cuts on food banks and farmers in Pennsylvania.
DHS partners with IUP to train future doctors at Torrance State Hospital
DHS Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh has announced a new collaboration with Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) to train future physicians at Torrance State Hospital.
New York State Library announces 2025 Battle of the Books winners
The New York State Library has announced the winners of the 2025 Battle of the Books competition.