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Shapiro administration invests $2.4 million in workforce development program
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker visited the Boys & Girls Club of Western Pennsylvania's Teen Center in McKeesport to discuss the Shapiro Administration's $2.4 million investment in the Schools-to-Work Program...
State superintendent announces 2025 ND County Teachers of the Year
State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler has recognized 46 educators in North Dakota as Teachers of the Year in their respective counties.
Vermont educational agency announces upcoming workshops and training opportunities
The Vermont Agency of Education has released its latest field memo detailing several educational events and opportunities for educators across the state.
Applications open for $3.5 million community learning center grants
State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler announced that applications are now open for approximately $3.5 million in 21st Century Community Learning Centers grants for the 2025-26 school year.
Tickets available for "Menu for Success" Student Food Truck Roundup in East Providence
Tickets are now available for the upcoming "Menu for Success" Student Food Truck Roundup, an event set to take place on May 3, 2025, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Crescent Park in East Providence.
State funds boost Lancaster County creek restoration efforts
Pennsylvania's Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley, along with the Lancaster Clean Water Partners, marked a significant investment in stream and floodplain restoration projects on Little Conestoga Creek.
DCNR unveils 30th solar array to reduce costs and emissions at Pennsylvania parks
The unveiling of the 30th solar array by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) at Gifford Pinchot State Park signifies an ongoing effort to enhance climate leadership while reducing costs and emissions on state-managed lands.
PennDOT Secretary Carroll updates public on REAL ID enforcement
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Mike Carroll provided a virtual media update on REAL ID.
Experience in South Africa reshapes teacher's approach in New Jersey classroom
For Terrell Gilkey, education represents more than just a career; it's a means to make a difference.
Leaders call for remembrance on Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day
As communities around the world observe Yom HaShoah, Chancellor Lester W. Young Jr., the Board of Regents, and Commissioner Betty A. Rosa issued a reflective statement on Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Over 500 professionals attend conference on justice and behavioral health in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) initiated the 2025 Criminal Justice Advisory Board (CJAB) Conference in State College.
Pennsylvania DEP celebrates investments in Little Conestoga Creek restoration
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Lancaster Clean Water Partners are organizing a site visit to the Little Conestoga Creek Blue Green Connector Project.
The Reading League selects second cohort for Educators of Color Conference Community
The Reading League (TRL) has announced the selection of 39 educators for the second cohort of its Educators of Color Conference Community (ECCC).
Governor Shapiro hosts Easter event to mark reopening after arson incident
Governor Josh Shapiro and First Lady Lori Shapiro recently hosted the 2025 annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Governor's Residence, inviting pre-K students, teachers, and advocates.
Missouri launches initiative to enhance career and technical education systems
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education's (DESE) Office of College and Career Readiness, in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (DHEWD), launched the Governor’s Workforce...
Nine Mississippi students named semifinalists for U.S. Presidential Scholars program
The Mississippi Department of Education announced the selection of nine high school seniors from the state as semifinalists for the 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.
Oklahoma to withhold funds from districts not signing Title VI assurance
Today, Ryan Walters, the State Superintendent of Oklahoma, declared that the Oklahoma State Department of Education will start withholding federal education funds from April 25 for school districts not signing the federal Title VI assurance.
Nebraska leaders create new education technology chapter CoSNE
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has announced the establishment of a new state chapter of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), named CoSN Nebraska (CoSNE).
Shapiro administration to announce opening of 2025 Growing Greener Grant Program
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley plans to announce the opening of the 2025 round of Growing Greener Grants on April 22, 2025.
Google for Education to sponsor National Teacher of the Year program in 2025
The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) has announced that Google for Education will be the lead sponsor for the 2025 National Teacher of the Year (NTOY) Program.