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Shapiro announces distribution of property tax/rent rebates starting July 1
Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne are set to announce the distribution of property tax and rent rebates under the Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) program.
Governor Kehoe signs $8.6 billion education budget for fiscal year 2026
Governor Mike Kehoe has signed the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's (DESE) $8.6 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2026.
Arizona Department of Education addresses education funding shortfall for 2025
Department of Finance personnel initiated efforts to address a funding shortfall in education as soon as the state budget was enacted last week.
Pennsylvania DEP launches SPEED program to streamline construction permits
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has announced the commencement of applications for the Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) program.
Vermont announces PE educator trainings based on new SHAPE America standards
The Vermont Agency of Education has announced a series of regional training sessions for Physical Education educators in the state.
Shapiro announces $258M in property tax rebates for seniors and disabled
Governor Josh Shapiro and Secretary of Revenue Pat Browne announced the distribution of property tax and rent rebates starting July 1, 2025.
Kansas State Board of Education to hold monthly meeting on July 8-9
The Kansas State Board of Education has scheduled its monthly meeting for July 8-9.
Governor Abbott announces launch of enhanced tri-agency workforce website
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the launch of an improved tri-agency website aimed at enhancing Texas' education-to-workforce pipeline.
DEP launches SPEED program to expedite permit processes
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is set to unveil its new Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED) Program.
Pennsylvania officials warn against potential SNAP funding cuts
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, alongside Karns Foods CEO Scott Karns, Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association Communications Director John Zimmerman, and local farmers, addressed the potential impact of proposed federal cuts to the...
Vermont announces trainings for new educator licensing system
The Vermont Agency of Education, in collaboration with Level Data, is set to conduct training sessions on the new Educator Licensing System, VLSE, on July 15.
KSDEweekly covers Kansas education updates and community stories
The latest edition of KSDEweekly, dated June 26, is now accessible for readers.
Texas Education Agency announces charter school decisions for upcoming academic year
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has announced its decisions regarding the Generation 30 charter school applicants, who are expected to begin serving students in the 2026-2027 school year.
Shapiro and Pippy to open Lickdale Veterans' Outreach Center
Governor Josh Shapiro and Major General John Pippy are set to inaugurate the new Lickdale Veterans' Outreach Center in Jonestown, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania officials warn against proposed Medicaid cuts affecting rural healthcare
Proposed Medicaid cuts in the Congressional Republicans' budget bill could significantly impact Pennsylvania's health care system, according to Shapiro Administration officials.
Lickdale Veterans' Outreach Center opens as first one-stop-shop for veteran services
Governor Josh Shapiro and Adjutant General John Pippy have inaugurated the Lickdale Veterans’ Outreach Center in Pennsylvania.
Walters and Polk lead discussions at InspireOK conference
Ryan Walters and Dr. Jamie Polk took center stage at the InspireOK conference in Oklahoma City, addressing educators from across the state.
Melissa Evon awarded Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year 2025
Tonight, the Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) announced Melissa Evon from Elgin Public Schools as the recipient of the 2025 Oklahoma State Teacher of the Year award.
South Carolina's ESTF program hits student cap with future expansion planned
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced that the state's Education Scholarship Trust Fund (ESTF) program has reached its statutory limit of 10,000 students for the 2025-26 school year.
Shapiro Administration discusses Medicaid cuts' impact on rural healthcare
Officials from the Shapiro Administration are set to meet with rural health care leaders at Wayne Memorial Hospital to discuss the potential negative effects of proposed federal Medicaid cuts.