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Arizona superintendent addresses schools on importance of free speech for constitution day
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne addressed schools across the state this week, releasing a video message in recognition of Constitution Day.
South Carolina Department of Education partners on state-focused Revolutionary War classroom resources
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has launched a partnership with the American Battlefield Trust to introduce new Revolutionary War educational materials in classrooms across the state.
Kansas State Department of Education releases Sept. 11 edition of KSDEweekly
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has released the Sept. 11 edition of KSDEweekly.
Louisiana students advance to national Ronald Reagan oratory contest after state wins
Two Louisiana students have been selected to compete in the national Ronald Reagan Oratory Competition after winning top honors at a state-level event held during Celebrate Freedom Week.
Florida ranked first again by Lightcast for skilled workforce attraction
Florida has been named the top state for attracting and developing a skilled workforce for the third consecutive year, according to the 2024 Talent Attraction Scorecard released by Lightcast.
Colorado Department of Education named qualified apprenticeship intermediary during Workforce Development Month
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has been formally recognized as a Qualified Apprenticeship Intermediary by Apprenticeship Colorado, part of the Office of the Future of Work at the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE).
Horne urges Phoenix Union to reinstate armed officers after school knife fight
On Monday, a knife fight occurred at Carl Hayden High School, prompting Arizona Department of Education Superintendent Tom Horne to urge the Phoenix Union governing board to reconsider its stance on campus security.
Narragansett High School English teacher named Rhode Island’s 2026 Teacher of the Year
Sarah Dully, an English teacher at Narragansett High School, has been named Rhode Island’s 2026 Teacher of the Year.
Governors’ playbook aims to align education pathways with workforce needs
America’s governors are taking steps to improve the connection between education and workforce needs, according to a new resource released by the National Governors Association Center for Best Practices (NGA Center) in partnership with All4Ed.
Governor Shapiro joins officials for Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab opening in Philadelphia
Governor Josh Shapiro participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Smilow Woodland TGR Learning Lab at Cobbs Creek Golf Course in Philadelphia.
Ohio releases school report cards showing gains in math achievement and career readiness
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (DEW) has released the 2025 Ohio School Report Cards, showing continued progress in student achievement and readiness for life after graduation.
Iowa sees sharp rise in high schoolers completing work-based learning experiences
The Iowa Department of Education has reported a notable rise in the number of high school seniors participating in work-based learning experiences.
Nevada Department of Education reports rise in high-performing schools for 2024-25
The Nevada Department of Education has released its star ratings for the 2024-25 school year under the Nevada School Performance Framework (NSPF).
Mullen High School's Sarah Hardin named 2026 Nebraska Teacher of the Year
Sarah Hardin, a high school science teacher at Mullen Public Schools, has been named the 2026 Nebraska Teacher of the Year.
Arizona launches apprenticeship program to address teacher shortage
The Arizona Department of Education has announced the launch of the Arizona Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program (AZ TRAP), designed to address the state's ongoing teacher shortage.
Adult educators recognized as key contributors to North Dakota workforce development
State officials in North Dakota are emphasizing the importance of adult education programs as part of efforts to strengthen the state’s workforce.
Elisamaria Heredia named as last finalist for Colorado Teacher of the Year
Elisamaria Heredia, a teacher for multilingual learners at Alamosa Elementary School 3-5 in the Alamosa School District, has been named the eighth and final finalist for Colorado’s 2026 Teacher of the Year.
Missouri education department seeks public input for updated statewide strategic plan
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and the State Board of Education are asking for public input as they work to update the statewide education strategic plan.
Rhode Island Department of Education extends deadline for student video contest on attendance
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has extended the deadline for the 2025 Attendance Matters RI Student Video Contest to December 31, 2025.
Colorado State Board remands Montrose charter school decision; addresses teacher prep programs
At its September meeting, the Colorado State Board of Education addressed several key topics, including a charter school application appeal from Montrose County.