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District Accounting Systems and Best Practices Study Committee schedules November 14 meeting
The District Accounting Systems and Best Practices Study Committee has scheduled a meeting for November 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The committee is expected to discuss matters related to district accounting systems and best practices during this session
Mississippi reports increase in third-grade reading assessment pass rate
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) reported that 85% of third-grade students passed the state's reading assessment after the final retest for the 2024-25 school year.
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Chester County educators and officers honored for response during elementary school incident
Three educators and four School Resource Officers (SROs) from Chester County were recognized this week by State Superintendent of Education Ellen Weaver for their actions during an incident at Chester Park Elementary School of Inquiry on October...
Florida State Board approves new History of Communism curriculum standards
The State Board of Education has approved new History of Communism standards, which will be implemented in Florida schools starting with the 2026-2027 academic year.
Chris Reykdal named president of Council of Chief State School Officers board
Washington Superintendent Chris Reykdal has been named president of the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) Board of Directors for the 2025-26 term.
Texas Education Agency issues final FIRST accountability ratings for 2024-2025
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the final 2024-2025 financial accountability ratings for public school systems under the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST).
Chris Reykdal begins term as president of Council of Chief State School Officers
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal will begin his term as President of the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) on November 14, 2025.
Florida becomes first state to adopt Phoenix Declaration as guiding education principles
The Florida State Board of Education has unanimously approved The Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education as the foundational set of principles for the state's education system.
Kirsten Baesler announces retirement as North Dakota superintendent after 13 years
Kirsten Baesler, North Dakota State School Superintendent, announced her retirement effective November 24, 2025.
Arizona Department of Education names six Blue Ribbon Schools for academic excellence
Six Arizona schools have been recognized as Blue Ribbon Schools, according to an announcement from the Arizona Department of Education.
Rutgers receives $3.75 million federal grant for training future leaders in special education
Rutgers University has received a five-year, $3.75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to develop future leaders in special education administration.
Louisiana K-3 reading proficiency reaches record high with latest assessment
Fifty percent of Louisiana students in kindergarten through third grade are now reading at or above grade level, according to data released by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE).
Rhode Island launches new online dashboard tracking student attendance statewide
Governor Dan McKee and Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green have announced the launch of Rhode Island’s updated Attendance Leaderboard and a new Attendance Calendar Heat Map for the 2025-26 school year.
Educators’ role highlighted in global resistance against authoritarianism
Educators play a significant role in supporting democratic institutions and norms, according to Adam Fefer, senior researcher at the Horizons Project, and Maria Stephan, co-leader of the Horizons Project.
Over 450 Florida schools honored as Purple Star Schools for supporting military families
More than 450 schools in Florida have received the Purple Star School of Distinction designation, according to an announcement by Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas.
Nebraska partners with Johns Hopkins-led national center to advance education for high-ability students
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has been named as one of three state partners in a new national research initiative focused on advanced education.
Madison elementary teacher receives $25K Milken Educator Award for classroom leadership
Kayla Saxton, a third-grade teacher at Mannsdale Upper Elementary School in Madison, Mississippi, was recognized with the Milken Educator Award during a schoolwide assembly.
Governor Shapiro announces emergency relief for SNAP recipients amid halted federal benefits
Governor Josh Shapiro visited the Weinberg Northeast Regional Food Bank in Luzerne County to work with volunteers and discuss ongoing state efforts to support food assistance for Pennsylvanians affected by the halt of federal Supplemental...
Mississippi Department of Education launches new Blue Ribbon program after federal initiative ends
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has launched the Mississippi Blue Ribbon School program to recognize the state’s highest-performing schools.
Secretary Al Schmidt reports secure municipal election day in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's Secretary of the Commonwealth, Al Schmidt, reported that the state’s municipal election day proceeded safely and securely.