News from 2025
Víctor Gómez named 2025 Illinois Teacher of the Year by ISBE
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has announced Víctor Gómez as the 2025 Illinois Teacher of the Year.
South Carolina seeks extension for FY21 learning center funds
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced a request for an extension of the availability period for fiscal year 2021 funding allocated to the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program.
Trump administration's new executive order challenges school discipline measures
The Trump administration has signed an executive order intended to revise how schools deal with discipline, aiming to counter an Obama-era policy on school discipline disparities.
U.S. Department of Education investigates Washington State's gender-inclusive schools law
The U.S. Department of Education has initiated an investigation into Washington State's enforcement of its gender-inclusive schools law.
AFT president comments on Supreme Court religious charter school case
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) President Randi Weingarten expressed concerns in a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's hearing of two cases from Oklahoma.
Charter schools' public nature debated in U.S. Supreme Court case
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court engaged in oral discussions in the significant case of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond.
Educators explore evidence behind persistent popularity of certain reading methods
The ongoing debate about methods for teaching reading continues to stir discussions among educators and researchers.
Colorado reports record high applications for 2026 Teacher of the Year program
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has announced a significant increase in applications for the 2026 Teacher of the Year program.
DeSantis announces school program under Hope Florida initiative
Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis have announced an initiative by the Florida Department of Education, piloting a program within selected school districts.
AFT President criticizes Trump for cutting school mental health grants
AFT President Randi Weingarten has publicly addressed the recent decision by the Trump administration to cancel $1 billion in mental health grants.
HP AI Spotlight School designation for Ypsilanti High aims at enhancing education
Ypsilanti Community Schools in Michigan is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence into its educational programs.
Arizona teacher on compensation: ‘All teachers are underpaid’ and 'need to unite across the entire state'
David Constance, a science teacher at Marcos de Niza High School, has expressed concerns over the state of teacher compensation in Arizona.
Governor Shapiro to announce new consumer protection measures in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro is set to introduce new measures to better safeguard Pennsylvania consumers against fraud and unfair practices.
South Carolina passes Educator Assistance Act to support teachers
State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver has expressed her support following the passage of the Educator Assistance Act (H.3196) by the House.
Winners of 2024-2025 National PTA Reflections art program announced
National PTA has announced the winners of its 2024-2025 Reflections student art program.
Federal Charter Schools Program celebrates 30 years of funding educational growth
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Charter Schools Program's inaugural grant to advance the development and potential of charter schools.
PennDOT Secretary Carroll conducts virtual briefing on REAL ID
Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary, Mike Carroll, recently conducted a virtual media briefing on REAL ID.
Oklahoma Dept. of Education supports end of DEI-oriented federal mental health grants
The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE), with Superintendent Ryan Walters at the helm, has expressed approval for the Trump administration's recent decision to end $1 billion in federal grants aimed at school-based mental health services.
Latest edition of KSDEweekly discusses education challenges and upcoming events
The Kansas State Department of Education has released the May 1 edition of KSDEweekly.
Governor Shapiro proposes $55 million for childcare workforce recruitment and retention
The Governor's Advisory Commission on Women and the Governor's Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs are set to convene with state legislators, local leaders, and childcare advocates to discuss a proposed $55 million investment by Governor Josh...