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Mississippi releases mixed MAAP scores as officials plan changes to boost proficiency
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has released the 2024-25 results for the Mississippi Academic Assessment Program (MAAP), revealing varied performance across grade levels and subject areas.
Oregon awards $55 million in federal grants to boost student literacy
Thirty school districts in Oregon have been named recipients of the 2025-29 Comprehensive Literacy State Development (CLSD) federal grant, following a competitive selection process.
Colorado State Board approves new science standards including climate concepts
The Colorado State Board of Education met in August to review the results of the spring 2025 statewide assessments.
Most Washington schools set restrictions on student phone use for upcoming academic year
Most public schools in Washington state will have policies in place this school year to limit student access to cell phones and smart devices during instructional time, according to a recent survey by the Office of Superintendent of Public...
Wyoming launches military history curriculum with museum and university partners
State Superintendent Megan Degenfelder and the Wyoming Department of Education have announced the launch of a new military history curriculum in partnership with the National Museum of Military Vehicles, the University of Wyoming Malcolm Wallop...
Board of Regents mourns passing of former Chancellor Carlos Carballada
We are deeply saddened by the passing of former Board of Regents Chancellor Carlos Carballada, who served the Board with distinction for two decades.
North Dakota outlines support and features as it transitions to Infinite Campus
After North Dakota’s shift to Infinite Campus, local education agencies (LEAs) are seeking clarity on post-implementation support and system functionality.
Colorado assessment data shows improvement but highlights persistent achievement gaps
Achievement results from Colorado's statewide assessments show steady improvement for many student groups, according to data released by the Colorado Department of Education (CDE).
Vermont Agency of Education announces school safety conference and updates on key education initiatives
The Vermont Agency of Education has released its latest updates and announcements for educators, families, and school staff across the state.
Maryland schools open doors as nearly 890,000 students return statewide
Nearly 890,000 students across Maryland are returning to school as the 2025-26 academic year begins.
Connecticut restores bus service for Bridgeport Public Schools after new state-led agreement
Bus transportation for Bridgeport Public Schools students will resume this fall following a new agreement facilitated by the Connecticut State Department of Education (CSDE).
North Carolina launches joint strategic plan aiming for top national ranking by 2030
The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) and the State Board of Education (SBE) have launched a new strategic plan called "Achieving Educational Excellence," aiming to make North Carolina’s public schools the best in the country...
Rhode Island launches new partnership to support student mental health in schools
As part of efforts to address the youth mental health crisis and improve student attendance, Rhode Island officials have announced a new partnership focused on supporting students’ well-being.
Iowa reports gains in reading and science but high school math lags behind
The Iowa Department of Education has released the spring 2025 results from the Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP), showing improvements in English language arts (ELA) and science proficiency among students in grades 3-11.
Nebraska awards $1 million in grants for teacher apprenticeship expansion
The Nebraska Department of Education has awarded about $1 million in funding to Chadron State College and the University of Nebraska–Lincoln as part of the third round of the state’s “Grow Your Own” Teacher Apprenticeship Competitive Sub-Grant...
DeSantis announces lawsuit against textbook publishers over alleged overcharging
Governor Ron DeSantis has announced legal action against textbook publishers McGraw Hill and Savvas Learning, alleging that they overcharged Florida school districts for instructional materials.
State-by-state gaps widen sharply in K-12 education spending since Great Recession
Over the past several decades, the gap in K-12 education spending between states has widened, according to a recent analysis of state-level data.
Iowa Department of Education opens nominations for 2026 STEM Teacher Award
The Iowa Department of Education's Governor’s STEM Advisory Council has announced the start of the nomination process for the 2026 Iowa STEM Teacher Award, in partnership with Google.
North Dakota seeks applicants for health content standards revision committee
The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (NDDPI) will start revising the state's Health Content Standards in October 2025.
Horne criticizes prosecution's handling of armed intruder case at Tucson school
Daniel Hollander was arrested in January after entering an east Tucson school armed with a gun and knife.