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Wyoming seeks input on IDEA application and fund usage
The Wyoming Department of Education is inviting public comment on its Federal Fiscal Year 2025 Annual State Application under Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its proposed use of funds.
Rutgers alumna becomes global ambassador through Fulbright program
Clare Kelly, a Rutgers Graduate School of Education (GSE) alum and Fulbright Scholar, has embarked on a journey to become a global ambassador through her teaching experiences.
New York launches initiative supporting women of color in STEM
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) has introduced the My Sister's Keeper initiative, announced at a launch event held at Bronx Community College.
Nebraska education commissioner responds to federal department closure proposal
Nebraska's Department of Education Commissioner Brian Maher has addressed school and ESU administrators concerning recent developments with the Federal Department of Education.
Wyoming seeks public input on new education standards
The Wyoming Department of Education is inviting public input on Chapter 10 Rules and the proposed 2024 Wyoming Standards for World Languages & Cultures, Math Extended, and Science Extended.
Khan Academy extends free AI services to NH schools through next academic year
Khan Academy will continue offering its artificial intelligence platform, Khanmigo, to New Hampshire educators and students in grades 5-12 for another school year.
Mississippi board suggests moving math & science school to state university
The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) has unanimously voted to recommend that the Mississippi Legislature consider relocating the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) to Mississippi State University (MSU) starting in the...
New York State School for the Deaf celebrates 150th anniversary
The New York State School for the Deaf (NYSSD) marked its 150th anniversary with a celebration recognizing its long-standing commitment to educating Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing students.
Science of Reading Movement advocates rally against education research funding cuts
Guest authors Kata Solow and Callie Lowenstein, both former classroom teachers, are advocating for the Science of Reading Movement.
Trump's executive order shifts educational power back to states
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon has expressed her support for President Trump's recent Executive Order aimed at returning control over education to state and local authorities.
Trump signs order to dismantle U.S. Department of Education
President Trump has signed an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, a move that State Superintendent Chris Reykdal criticized in a statement released today.
Shapiro Administration marks ACA anniversary with call for federal tax credit renewal
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department, the Department of Human Services, and Pennie, the state's health insurance marketplace, commemorated the 15th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
Blacklick Creek treatment facility opens to tackle abandoned mine drainage
Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Jessica Shirley, the Acting Secretary of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), attended the grand opening of the Blacklick Treatment Facility.
Mississippi Board approves new Schools of Innovation for 2025-26
The Mississippi State Board of Education has approved plans for three high schools to become Schools of Innovation in the 2025-26 academic year.
Nevada Department announces events for Financial Literacy Month
The Nevada Department of Education, in collaboration with the Nevada State Financial Literacy Advisory Council, has unveiled a series of events for Financial Literacy Month this April.
Arizona education superintendent clarifies roles in Primavera Online School issue
Tom Horne, Superintendent of Public Instruction, clarified the division of authority regarding charter schools in Arizona.
Mississippi Department of Education announces finalists for 2025 educator awards
The Mississippi Department of Education has revealed the finalists for the 2025 Mississippi Administrator of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards.
Colorado opens application period for Teacher of the Year Award
The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has commenced the application process for the 2026 Colorado Teacher of the Year award.
Vermont education agency introduces federal updates page; seeks student board member
The Vermont Agency of Education (AOE) has introduced a new Federal Updates page aimed at keeping Vermonters informed about federal changes impacting districts and students.
Louisiana announces teacher award semifinalists; final decisions expected by July
The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) has announced the semifinalists for the Teacher and Principal of the Year awards, along with finalists for Early Childhood Teacher and Leader of the Year and New Teacher of the Year.