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US Durum Products invests $8 million to expand manufacturing in Harrisburg
Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis have announced that US Durum Products LTD, the leading couscous manufacturer in the country, will invest over $8 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Harrisburg, Dauphin County.
Maryland education leaders respond to US Department of Education restructuring
State Board of Education President Dr. Joshua Michael and State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carey M. Wright have responded to the U.S. Department of Education's recent decision to distribute its key functions across four separate federal agencies.
Three educators honored with 2025 Rhode Island STEAM Educator Award
In Providence, three Rhode Island teachers were recognized with the 2025 Rhode Island STEAM Educator Award in ceremonies held by Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green and representatives from the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE), the...
Nevada names two classified school employees as RISE Award winners
Two classified school employees in Nevada have been recognized with the state’s Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award.
Rhode Island education commissioner criticizes transfer of key US Department of Education offices
Rhode Island Commissioner of Elementary and Secondary Education Angélica Infante-Green has expressed concern over the U.S. Department of Education’s plan to transfer several key offices, including the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education,...
Agriculture secretaries to honor Pennsylvania farmworkers of the year
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker are scheduled to present the 2025 Farmworker of the Year awards at an event in Aspers, Adams County.
Governor Shapiro signs $50.1 billion Pennsylvania budget with tax cuts and investments
Governor Josh Shapiro has signed the FY2025-26 budget into law, setting a $50.1 billion plan for Pennsylvania.
New York State Board of Regents announces disciplinary actions in multiple professions
The New York State Board of Regents has announced disciplinary actions against professionals in several fields, including dentistry, nursing, massage therapy, public accountancy, social work, and others.
Blake High School teacher Nicole Murray-Lewis elected to state education board
Nicole Murray-Lewis, a social studies teacher at James H. Blake High School in Montgomery County Public Schools, has been elected as the teacher member of the State Board of Education.
Baesler says federal restructuring will not affect North Dakota school services or funding
State Superintendent Kirsten Baesler addressed the recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Education regarding an internal restructuring and new federal interagency agreements.
Lieutenant Governor Davis discusses decline in gun violence at Safer Together Forum
Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis participated in The Trace's Safer Together Forum to discuss Pennsylvania's efforts to address gun violence.
Superintendent Reykdal criticizes transfer of education programs from Department of Education
Today, the U.S. Department of Education announced that several of its offices will have their responsibilities transferred to other federal agencies.
Florida launches drone-based pilot program for school campus security
Three Florida school districts—Broward, Leon, and Volusia—will take part in a new pilot program that aims to improve campus safety through the use of drones.
Governor Shapiro highlights new state tax credit aimed at supporting working Pennsylvanians
Governor Josh Shapiro, Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, and Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Secretary Pat Browne visited the Widener University Commonwealth Law School tax preparation clinic in Dauphin County to discuss the new Working...
Kansas State Department of Education releases Nov. 13 KSDEweekly with updates on school accountability
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has released the Nov. 13 edition of its KSDEweekly publication.
Iowa State Board of Education schedules regular meeting for November 19
The Iowa State Board of Education will conduct its regular meeting on Wednesday, November 19.
Governor Shapiro and officials highlight new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit
Governor Josh Shapiro, along with Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Department of Revenue Secretary Pat Browne, legislative leaders, and community partners, will gather to discuss the new Working Pennsylvanians Tax Credit included in the recently...
District Accounting Systems and Best Practices Study Committee schedules November 14 meeting
The District Accounting Systems and Best Practices Study Committee has scheduled a meeting for November 14, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The committee is expected to discuss matters related to district accounting systems and best practices during this session
Vermont Agency of Education announces trainings for grants, art exhibition integration, threat assessment
The Vermont Agency of Education has announced several upcoming opportunities and resources for educators and school administrators across the state.
Mississippi reports increase in third-grade reading assessment pass rate
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) reported that 85% of third-grade students passed the state's reading assessment after the final retest for the 2024-25 school year.