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Shapiro administration proposes $5M for vocational support for people with disabilities
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) joined over 550 students and educators at the 2025 Autism Awareness & Acceptance Walk and Resource Fair held at the Hiram G. Andrews Center.
Educator turnover rates decline, nearing pre-pandemic levels
Recent data from the American School District Panel (ASDP) indicates a decline in educator turnover rates towards pre-pandemic levels, reflecting a gradual return to normal conditions in the education sector.
Illinois updates school vaccination dashboard with new data for 2024-25 school year
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has updated its Illinois School Vaccination Coverage Dashboard to include the latest data from the 2024-25 school year.
Clover Park School District adopts new math teaching approaches for engaged learning
Clover Park School District is shifting its approach to teaching algebra, focusing on applied and real-world scenarios to engage students.
Nevada Department of Education receives grant to tackle chronic absenteeism
The Nevada Department of Education has secured a federal grant aimed at tackling high chronic absenteeism rates across various local education agencies.
Oklahoma offers substantial bonuses to attract Special Education teachers
The Oklahoma State Department of Education, led by Superintendent Ryan Walters, has launched a significant new initiative to attract Special Education teachers by offering substantial signing bonuses.
PennDOT Secretary Carroll to hold virtual update on REAL ID
PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll is set to provide a virtual update on REAL ID.
Kyle Kruse named deputy commissioner of financial services at Missouri DESE
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has announced that Dr. Kyle Kruse will take on the role of deputy commissioner of the Division of Financial and Administrative Services. Dr. Kruse is set to begin his duties on...
Rhode Island opens Pre-K lottery for 2025-26 school year
Governor Dan McKee announced the opening of the Rhode Island Pre-Kindergarten (RI Pre-K) program lottery for the 2025-26 school year.
PennDOT Secretary Carroll updates on REAL ID enforcement deadline
PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll provided a virtual media update concerning REAL ID.
Rogers and Peters named finalists for 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year award
Susan Rogers and Jason Peters were named Region 4 finalists for the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year award at a ceremony in Wichita on April 12.
Two teachers named Region 1 finalists for Kansas Teacher of the Year
Tracie Betz, an early childhood special education preschool teacher from Quinter Elementary School, and Tranda Strnad, an art teacher at Republic County High School, have been named as Region 1 finalists for the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year award.
Pennsylvanians urged to prepare for REAL ID enforcement starting May 7
With the federal REAL ID enforcement set to begin in less than a month, Pennsylvania's government is urging residents to get ready.
Colorado State Board of Education reviews science standards, seeks public feedback on revisions
The Colorado State Board of Education convened in April to review updates on the science standards revisions, with a focus on enhancing climate literacy within the academic standards for science.
Open application for student position on State Board of Education
The Governor’s Office is currently in search of a student to serve as a member on the State Board of Education.
ISBE sets agenda for Springfield meeting on April 16
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is set to convene for its regular business meeting on April 16 at 9 a.m. in Springfield.
Nevada seeks public input on amendment to ESSA state plan
The Nevada Department of Education is requesting feedback from the public on a proposed change to the state’s Consolidated State Plan, crafted under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Kyrene School District risks $1.5M loss over DEI policy decision
The Kyrene School District in Phoenix faces the loss of more than $1.5 million in federal funding after its governing board voted to incorporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) language into its policies.
Rachel Candaso named 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Teacher of the Year
Rachel Candaso, a middle school teacher from Pitt County and AVID coordinator, has been named the 2025 Burroughs Wellcome Fund North Carolina Teacher of the Year.
Shapiro administration urges Pennsylvanians to register as organ donors during Donate Life Month
More than 6,000 individuals in Pennsylvania are currently on waiting lists for organ transplants.