News from 2025
Mexican teachers boost bilingual education in Texas school district
Wendy Lopez Elizondo embarked on a significant professional journey last year, traveling over 800 miles from Mexico to teach at Crain Elementary School in Victoria, Texas.
KSDEweekly highlights educational resources and student achievements
The latest edition of KSDEweekly, dated May 29, is now accessible for readers.
Lt. Gov. Davis promotes investment in rural Pennsylvania's historic downtowns
Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visited Corry in eastern Erie County to emphasize the Shapiro-Davis Administration's focus on investing in rural Pennsylvania.
Kansas education updates: KEDS transition and ASQ support highlighted
The May 22 edition of KSDEweekly is now accessible.
Vermont set to launch new educator licensing system in July
The Agency of Education (AOE) is set to launch a new licensing system for educators this summer.
Teachers face burnout but maintain job satisfaction despite challenges
When Molly Lane worked as a school social worker, casual hallway conversations with colleagues often turned into impromptu therapy sessions.
Missouri launches task force to modernize K-12 school funding
Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) have initiated the Missouri School Funding Modernization Task Force in Jefferson City.
Shapiro administration proposes investments in Pennsylvania's child care workforce
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh is set to visit the Children's Home of Pittsburgh & Lemieux Family Center.
Michigan schools eligible for new grants to boost literacy programs
Michigan is advancing its efforts to improve literacy with the introduction of two new grants for local school districts.
Kansas State Board of Education to meet in Topeka on June 10-11
The Kansas State Board of Education is scheduled to convene for its monthly meeting on June 10-11 in Topeka.
Texas Education Agency extends oversight of Houston ISD through 2027
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced an extension of its intervention in the Houston Independent School District (HISD), prolonging the authority of the Board of Managers until June 1, 2027.
Shapiro advocates for increased funding in Pennsylvania public transit
Governor Josh Shapiro and PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll visited Rabbittransit in Dauphin County to emphasize the need for increased investment in public transit across Pennsylvania.
Mississippi names new Military Star Schools for upcoming term
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has announced the addition of 18 new schools to its Military Star Schools program for the period of 2025-27.
Maryland students named semifinalists in U.S. Presidential Scholars Program
Ten Maryland public high school students have been named semifinalists in the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Officials highlight SNAP's role amid proposed federal cuts
Pennsylvania officials and leaders from local food organizations gathered to emphasize the crucial role of the Supplemental Nutrition Access Program (SNAP) in supporting the state's economy and fighting hunger.
Mississippi adds 21 new Military Star Schools for 2025-27
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has announced the addition of 21 new schools to its Military Star Schools program for the period 2025-27.
Educational leaders adapt amid AI challenges with liberatory design framework
On a Wednesday afternoon, a school district director expressed concerns about being late to the first community of practice session due to a board presentation.
Shapiro highlights mass transit investment at Capital Area Transit
Governor Josh Shapiro and PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll are set to visit Capital Area Transit in Harrisburg to discuss the importance of investing in mass transit systems.
Mississippi adds 20 new Military Star Schools for 2025-27
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has announced the addition of 20 new schools to its Military Star Schools program for the period 2025-27.
Colorado Department of Education opens registration for 2025-26 learning cohorts
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has opened registration for its professional learning cohorts for the 2025-26 school year.