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Rhode Island student video contest promotes awareness about chronic absenteeism
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has issued a reminder that the deadline for the Attendance Matters RI Student Video Contest is December 31, 2025.
Exhibition at National Civil Rights Museum explores legacy of Bayard Rustin
A new exhibition at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, titled “The Life of Bayard Rustin: Speaking Truth to Power,” highlights the significant role Bayard Rustin played in the Civil Rights Movement and his contributions to...
North Dakota advances to ‘B’ grade for K-12 financial literacy education
North Dakota has improved its grade on a national financial literacy report card, moving from a “C” in 2023 to a “B” this year.
Iowa State Board of Education schedules December meeting with remote access options
The Iowa State Board of Education is set to hold its regular meeting on Thursday, December 4.
New York State Education Department releases toolkit to support literacy among multilingual learners
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) has introduced a new toolkit aimed at improving literacy instruction for English Language Learners (ELLs) and Multilingual Learners (MLs) across the state.
Horne alleges attorney general declined ESA fraud cases totaling over $158K
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has accused Attorney General Kris Mayes of declining to pursue several cases of suspected fraud in the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program.
Pennsylvania launches $25 million program to boost child care workforce
Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis visited Riverview Children's Center in Allegheny County to emphasize new investments in child care as part of Pennsylvania's 2025-26 budget.
Governor Shapiro highlights budget measures to address Pennsylvania’s child care workforce crisis
Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis are set to visit Riverview Children's Center in Verona, Pennsylvania, to discuss the impact of the recently enacted 2025-26 state budget on child care accessibility and affordability.
Rhode Island awards over $457K to support homeless students across 12 districts
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) has awarded more than $457,000 to twelve local education agencies (LEAs) across the state to support students experiencing homelessness.
Kansas State Department of Education releases November 20 edition of KSDEweekly newsletter
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has released the latest edition of its weekly newsletter, KSDEweekly, dated November 20.
Governor Shapiro announces new state tax credit aimed at working Pennsylvanians
Governor Josh Shapiro visited the Fayette County Community Action Agency to discuss the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit (WPTC), which was established in the 2025-26 state budget.
Governor Shapiro directs $219.9 million in emergency capital funds for SEPTA safety upgrades
Governor Josh Shapiro has instructed the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) to allocate $219.9 million in additional capital funding to the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA).
Governor Shapiro signs CROWN Act banning hair-based discrimination in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro has signed House Bill 439, known as the CROWN Act, into law.
Shapiro administration urges safe driving during holiday travel season
State agencies in Pennsylvania are urging drivers to prioritize safety during the holiday travel season.
Governor Shapiro to highlight new tax credit aimed at working Pennsylvanians
Governor Josh Shapiro is set to visit Fayette County on November 25, 2025, to discuss the newly established Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit.
Governor Shapiro and transportation secretary to announce new state action for SEPTA safety
Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll are scheduled to make an announcement regarding new state measures to help fund safety improvements for SEPTA.
Nebraska reports higher science scores and updates school accountability classifications
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has released the latest results from the Nebraska Student-Centered Assessment System (NSCAS) and the Accountability for a Quality Education System Today and Tomorrow (AQuESTT) classifications.
Vermont Agency of Education shares updates on assessments, grants, training opportunities
The Vermont Agency of Education has announced several updates and opportunities for educators, administrators, and school staff across the state.
Wyoming launches dashboard tracking high school dual college enrollment trends
The Wyoming Community College Commission has introduced a new dashboard that tracks dual and concurrent college enrollment among high school students in the state.
State agencies coordinate campaign for holiday travel safety
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, the Pennsylvania State Police, and the Pennsylvania Insurance Department are working together to promote safe driving during the holiday travel season.