News from October 2025
Sociologist Bailey Brown examines stressors behind New York City’s complex school choice system
Bailey Brown, now an assistant professor of sociology at Spelman College, reflects on her childhood experience navigating New York City's school choice system.
Shapiro administration explains new SNAP requirements affecting thousands in Pennsylvania
The Shapiro Administration has visited Philadelphia Works to inform the public about changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to a recent Republican budget bill.
Shapiro Administration promotes drug take-back day, targets substance use in construction sector
The Shapiro Administration is encouraging Pennsylvania residents to participate in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 25.
Shapiro Administration to honor winners of Pennsylvania school bus safety contests
Pennsylvania officials will honor the winners of the 2025 School Bus Safety Poster Contest and the statewide School Bus Safety Competition at an event scheduled for October 22.
Governor Shapiro to announce new economic development initiative at Eos Energy
Governor Josh Shapiro and Rick Siger, Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, are scheduled to visit Eos Energy Enterprises in Turtle Creek on October 21, 2025.
FCC cuts end library Wi-Fi hotspot lending programs across rural America
The Brown County Public Library in rural Ohio has ended its Wi-Fi hot spot lending program after federal funding was cut earlier this month.
Shapiro Administration honors students and drivers for school bus safety efforts
Nine students and three school bus drivers were recognized for their achievements in school bus safety during a ceremony at the State Museum of Pennsylvania.
Shapiro administration promotes drug take-back day with contractors association
Leaders from the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs, Pennsylvania State Police, and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs have joined with the Keystone Contractors Association to promote participation in the Drug...
Eos Energy moves headquarters to Pittsburgh with $352.9 million investment
Governor Josh Shapiro has announced that Eos Energy Enterprises will invest $352.9 million to move its headquarters from New Jersey to Pittsburgh and expand its manufacturing operations in Allegheny County.
Denver kitchen manager connects with middle schoolers through daily meals
Khallela Ahmad, a kitchen manager at a Denver middle school, oversees meal preparation for up to 500 students each day.
Shapiro Administration officials promote updated COVID-19 vaccine availability in Harrisburg
Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen and Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys are scheduled to visit See-Right Pharmacy in Harrisburg to discuss the updated COVID-19 vaccine and its availability for the current respiratory virus...
Shapiro Administration funds tree planting in York County to improve local water quality
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is investing $130,000 to plant 700 trees along a stream at a dairy farm in York County.
Shapiro Administration officials encourage Pennsylvanians to get vaccinated ahead of cold and flu season
Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen and Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys visited See-Right Pharmacy in Harrisburg to address concerns about the safety, access, and availability of the COVID-19 vaccine as respiratory virus...
Shapiro Administration funds tree planting to improve water quality in York County
The Shapiro Administration has invested $130,000 to plant 700 trees along Orson Run in York County.
South Carolina recognizes Seven Oaks Elementary teachers through performance-based compensation pilot
Twenty teachers at Seven Oaks Elementary Global Magnet School in Lexington-Richland School District Five received performance-based bonuses on Monday.
Character.org’s Legacy Series explores role of caring communities in education
The Legacy Series highlights the importance of building a caring community as a central part of character education.
Wyoming Department of Education seeks feedback on Steamboat Legacy Scholarship rules
The Wyoming Department of Education has announced it is seeking public input on proposed Chapter 48 Rules, which are related to the recent passage of Enrolled Act 45 during the 2025 legislative session.
Florida Civics and Debate Initiative announces major scholarships for state championship winners
Governor Ron DeSantis has announced that the winner of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Debate at the upcoming Florida Civics and Debate Initiative (FCDI) State Championship will receive a $50,000 scholarship and a trophy named in honor of Charlie...
Arizona superintendent opposes delay in removing DEI from teaching standards
Horne dissents in State Board vote to delay process to remove DEI language from teaching standards Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has voiced his opposition to the State Board of Education's decision to postpone opening the...
Kansas requests waiver to unify state and federal school accountability systems
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has formally requested a federal waiver to combine state and federal school accountability systems into a single framework.