News from 2025
Culinary contest winner credits high school CTE program for career success
Alex Heugel, a graduate of St. Joseph High School and recent winner of the culinary competition "America’s Test Kitchen: Next Generation," attributes his career success to Michigan's career and technical education (CTE) program.
Governor Shapiro advocates for increased funding for Pennsylvania's mass transit
Governor Josh Shapiro and PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll recently visited Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hecktown Oaks in Northampton County.
Vermont Agency announces education updates including book awards and licensing system changes
The Vermont Agency of Education has announced a series of initiatives and updates in its latest weekly field memo.
Defending Education seeks en banc review in Croton-Harmon school district lawsuit
Defending Education, a membership association advocating for the rights of K-12 students, has filed an en banc petition in its lawsuit against the Croton-Harmon Union Free School District.
Reading reform laws spark debate over content and implementation
In recent years, legislation focused on reading instruction has been enacted across the United States.
Trump administration proposes significant cuts in K-12 education funding
President Trump's recent federal budget proposal has sparked concern over significant cuts to K–12 education programs.
KSDEweekly's latest edition covers education board vote and online safety tips
The latest edition of KSDEweekly, dated June 5, is now accessible for readers.
Illinois State Board of Education announces agenda for June business meeting
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has released the agenda for its regular business meeting scheduled for June 11, 2025, in Springfield.
Rhode Island reports steady high school graduation rates amid attendance impact analysis
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has announced that the 2023-24 four-year cohort graduation rate for students who began high school in the 2020-21 academic year stands at 84.1%.
Shapiro Administration hosts hands-on agriculture career day for students
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Acting Education Secretary Dr. Carrie Rowe are set to join K-8 students for a tour of Farm City Day at the PA Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg.
U.S. Department of Education announces new appointees under Trump-Vance administration
The U.S. Department of Education has announced new appointees who will help implement the educational policies of President Trump and Secretary McMahon.
AFT president criticizes Trump administration's response to LA immigration protests
AFT President Randi Weingarten has expressed her views following the Trump administration's actions in Los Angeles, where activists were arrested and the National Guard was deployed to address immigration protests.
Montessori schools face uncertainty amid changing educational landscape
In recent years, the Montessori education model has experienced significant shifts in popularity.
Amazon invests $20 billion in Pennsylvania AI infrastructure
Governor Josh Shapiro has announced Amazon's plans to invest a minimum of $20 billion in Pennsylvania, focusing on the development of cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) innovation campuses.
Gwinnett County schools develop AI readiness framework for students
Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) is working to ensure that students are prepared for a future where artificial intelligence (AI) is prevalent in various professional fields.
New York State Education Department addresses unauthorized online educational materials
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) has issued a statement addressing the online circulation of materials, including test study guides and curriculum content, which reference the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Michigan searches for new state superintendent following Dr. Rice's retirement
Michigan is in the process of selecting a new state superintendent of instruction, with plans for the appointee to assume office on October 4.
Texas Education Agency releases Spring 2025 STAAR EOC assessment results
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the results of the Spring 2025 STAAR® End-of-Course (EOC) assessments.
Pennsylvania officials warn against SNAP funding cuts impact
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding highlighted the significance of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for Pennsylvania's agricultural sector during an event at People's Provisions, a Perry County grocery store.
Teachers adopt projects over essays to counter student use of AI
Educators are addressing the challenge of AI-assisted cheating by transitioning to project-based learning.