News from 2025
Kansas State Department responds to U.S. Education Department on Title VI compliance assurance
On April 24, 2025, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Education.
Rhode Island launches $3 million fund for STEM and CTE education expansion
Governor Dan McKee and Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green have announced the availability of $3 million in grants from the Rhode Island Department of Education's 21st Century Technology and Equipment Fund.
Holocaust commemoration held by Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition with Governor Shapiro
Governor Josh Shapiro took part in the Pennsylvania Jewish Coalition's Civic Commemoration of the Holocaust.
Maryland education leaders affirm civil rights compliance for all students
On April 3, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) received a notice from the U.S. Department of Education (USED) regarding Title VI compliance.
AI-driven educational tools aim to support students struggling with mathematics
Dr. Dake Zhang, an Associate Professor of Special Education, is engaged in several research projects aimed at developing AI-based tools for improving the education of students with mathematical difficulties.
Governor Shapiro proposes increased support for fire departments in Pennsylvania budget
Governor Josh Shapiro visited the Erie Fire Department to express gratitude to first responders for their efforts and emphasize plans in his 2025-26 budget proposal focused on enhancing fire company resources and disaster prevention measures.
Florida Commissioner announces April books highlighting military families
Florida's Commissioner of Education, Manny Diaz, Jr., announced the selection of books for April as part of the Commissioner’s Book of the Month initiative.
Shapiro administration invests $2.4 million in high school career pathways
The Shapiro Administration has invested $2.4 million in the Schools-to-Work Program, aiming to broaden career paths for high school students throughout the Commonwealth.
Teacher Tapp survey finds most teachers respond to student swearing with private conversations
Teacher Tapp has announced that a survey found most teachers respond to students swearing in class, with private conversations being the most common approach.
Lt. Gov. highlights investments in northwestern Pennsylvania historic restorations
The Shapiro-Davis Administration has allocated more than $1 million in state funding to revitalize historic Main Streets and downtowns in Crawford, Erie, and Warren counties of northwestern Pennsylvania.
School contest to announce winners at Pennsylvania's Capitol Building
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, in collaboration with Auditor General DeFoor and Members 1st Federal Credit Union, is set to announce the winners of a student financial literacy competition.
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis to address investments in northwestern Pennsylvania
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis will join local leaders to discuss significant investments in northwestern Pennsylvania at a news conference on Friday, April 25, at 10 a.m. The event will take place at the Meadville Market House located at 910 Market St.,...
Maryland State Board of Education to discuss absenteeism, phone use, and Purple Star Schools
The Maryland State Board of Education will convene on Tuesday, April 29, in the Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building's Board Room at 9 a.m. During the meeting, progress reports from the Chronic Absenteeism Task Force will be presented.