News from 2025
Nebraska sees positive trends in teacher recruitment and retention
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has released the 2024-25 Teacher Vacancy Survey Report, indicating positive trends in teacher recruitment and retention across the state.
New Mexico Senate passes Special Education Act; bill moves to House
The New Mexico Senate has approved the Special Education Act, which aims to establish a dedicated Office of Special Education and develop a state-specific framework for addressing the challenges faced by students with disabilities in New Mexico.
Healey-Driscoll Administration awards $1 million for STEM career pathways
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has announced the allocation of $1 million in Innovation Career Pathway grants to 29 school districts across Massachusetts.
Healey-Driscoll administration proposes new teacher licensure tests
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has put forward a proposal to establish alternative assessments for educator licensure in Massachusetts.
Horne urges schools to adopt stricter absenteeism policies
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has called for significant measures to address the high rate of chronic absenteeism among public school students in Arizona.
Northampton County student wins 2025 'Poetry Out Loud' state championship
The Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) has announced that Isavel Mendoza, a senior at Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts in Northampton County, is the 2025 Poetry Out Loud (POL) state champion.
Illinois reports record highs in Advanced Placement participation and performance
The Illinois State Board of Education has released new data from the College Board, indicating that the Class of 2024 in Illinois has set new records in Advanced Placement (AP) participation and performance.
Maryland high school graduation rate reaches seven-year peak
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) announced that the state's high school graduation rate reached its highest level since 2017.
Michigan announces regional teachers of the year for 2025-26
Ten educators from Michigan have been named as the 2025-26 Regional Teachers of the Year.
Georgia names 2025 Advanced Placement Honor Schools
State School Superintendent Richard Woods has announced the 2025 Advanced Placement (AP) Honor Schools in Georgia.
Iowa awards nearly $4 million to expand career academies
Gov. Kim Reynolds and the Iowa Department of Education have awarded nearly $4 million in grants to four community colleges in Iowa.
Six educators receive 2025 Iowa stem teacher awards
The Iowa Department of Education and the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council have recognized six teachers as recipients of the 2025 Iowa STEM Teacher Award.
Virginia expands literacy efforts with three new network supports
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) is expanding its literacy efforts with the introduction of three new network supports.
Durham teacher wins NCCAT 2025 NC CTE Teacher of the Year award
The North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching (NCCAT) has announced Tyler D’Angelo, an agriculture teacher at CE Jordan High School in Durham Public Schools, as the NCCAT 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Career & Technical Education...
Nebraska honors world language scholars in 2025
The Nebraska Department of Education awarded 70 students with the Distinguished World Language Scholar Award during World Language Week 2025.
Rhode Island officials guide schools on LGBTQ+ rights amid federal policy changes
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha and Rhode Island Department of Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green have issued guidance to schools on maintaining the rights of LGBTQ+ students and continuing diversity programs.
Connecticut forms technical assistance team for Bridgeport schools
In response to the challenges faced by Bridgeport Public Schools, Education Commissioner Charlene M. Russell-Tucker has announced the formation of a Technical Assistance Team.
Texas Education Agency releases annual report highlighting educational progress and challenges
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released its 2024 Annual Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the progress and challenges in Texas public education.
California promotes organic food in schools through new initiative
On February 24, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond led a webinar to advance the "Mission Possible: Go Organic" initiative.
Utah secondary school principals receive top honors for 2025
The Utah Association of Secondary School Principals (UASSP) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Secondary School Principals of the Year awards.