News from 2025
Mississippi Department of Education announces finalists for 2025 educator awards
The Mississippi Department of Education has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Mississippi Administrator of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards.
NEA president criticizes Trump's plan to dismantle Department of Education
National Education Association (NEA) President Becky Pringle has issued a statement in response to former President Donald Trump's reported Executive Order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education.
Arizona education superintendent clarifies roles in Primavera Online School issue
Tom Horne, Superintendent of Public Instruction, clarified the division of authority regarding charter schools in Arizona.
Educators lead integration of artificial intelligence into modern classrooms
Technology is transforming classrooms, with artificial intelligence (AI) playing a significant role in reshaping education.
Nevada Department announces events for Financial Literacy Month
The Nevada Department of Education, in collaboration with the Nevada State Financial Literacy Advisory Council, has unveiled a series of events for Financial Literacy Month this April.
Deon Butler shares literacy journey at Michigan symposium
Educators and administrators were recently inspired by Deon Butler, a literacy advocate and former Detroit Lions player, during the "2025 Diversity in Literature Symposium: The How and Why of Literacy Webinar."
Challenges persist as military families gain access to expanded school choice
In January, the White House directed the Department of Defense to develop a plan to provide military families with funds for public charters and private religious schools.
Mississippi Board approves new Schools of Innovation for 2025-26
The Mississippi State Board of Education has approved plans for three high schools to become Schools of Innovation in the 2025-26 academic year.
Blacklick Creek treatment facility opens to tackle abandoned mine drainage
Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Jessica Shirley, the Acting Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), attended the grand opening of the Blacklick Treatment Facility.
Trump administration's plan threatens federal support for Michigan libraries
An executive order from the Trump Administration aims to eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services, a move that could impact library services in Michigan and across the United States.
Shapiro Administration marks ACA anniversary with call for federal tax credit renewal
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department, the Department of Human Services, and Pennie, the state's health insurance marketplace, commemorated the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Trump signs order to dismantle U.S. Department of Education
President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, a move that State Superintendent Chris Reykdal criticized in a statement released today.
Teachers express concern over Trump's plan to eliminate federal role in education
AFT members across the United States are voicing their concerns over former President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at eliminating the federal role in education.
Trump's executive order shifts educational power back to states
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon has expressed her support for President Trump's recent Executive Order aimed at returning control over education to state and local authorities.
Science of Reading Movement advocates rally against education research funding cuts
Guest authors Kata Solow and Callie Lowenstein, both former classroom teachers, are advocating for the Science of Reading Movement.
Trump signs order targeting U.S. Department of Education
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at dismantling key functions of the U.S. Department of Education.
Michigan leaders oppose Trump's plan to abolish U.S. Department of Education
The recent executive order issued by President Donald Trump to abolish the U.S. Department of Education has sparked concern among Michigan education leaders.
New York State School for the Deaf celebrates 150th anniversary
The New York State School for the Deaf (NYSSD) marked its 150th anniversary with a celebration recognizing its long-standing commitment to educating Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students.
Mississippi board suggests moving math & science school to state university
The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) has unanimously voted to recommend that the Mississippi Legislature consider relocating the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) to Mississippi State University (MSU) starting in the...
President Trump signs executive order impacting U.S. Department of Education
Representatives from various education sectors and government levels convened at the White House for a ceremony marking the signing of a significant executive order by President Trump.