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Nebraska students named among 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars
Three high school students from Nebraska have been named as 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars, joining a group of 161 seniors recognized nationwide for their achievements in academics, the arts, and career and technical education. U.S. Secretary of...
Shapiro Administration highlights efforts during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Leadership from the Shapiro Administration, along with suicide prevention advocacy groups and individuals affected by suicide, marked September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month in Pennsylvania.
Mississippi sees record high qualifying scores on Advanced Placement exams
During the 2024-25 school year, Mississippi public schools saw a record number of Advanced Placement (AP) exams with qualifying scores.
Governor Shapiro to sign executive order protecting vaccine access in Pennsylvania
Governor Josh Shapiro is set to sign an Executive Order at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia aimed at strengthening protections for Pennsylvanians' access to vaccines.
Center for Plant Excellence aims to strengthen workforce skills in Pennsylvania’s agriculture sector
Pennsylvania's agriculture sector is focusing on workforce development and innovation through the newly established Center for Plant Excellence.
Three Mississippi students receive national recognition as U.S. Presidential Scholars
Three Mississippi high school students have been named 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars.
Shapiro Administration officials plan event on suicide prevention awareness in Harrisburg
Officials from the Shapiro Administration, along with community organizations, will gather at the State Capitol Main Rotunda in Harrisburg on September 30 to recognize Suicide Prevention Month.
Kansas State Department of Education releases latest KSDEweekly newsletter
The Kansas State Department of Education has released the September 25 edition of KSDEweekly.
Shapiro administration distributes free naloxone on save a life day 2025
Department of Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen and Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs Secretary Dr. Latika Davis-Jones visited the Perry County State Health Center to distribute naloxone as part of "Save a Life Day 2025."
Pennsylvania agriculture secretary to visit Delaware Valley University for workforce development event
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding is scheduled to visit Delaware Valley University on September 29 to discuss the Shapiro Administration’s support for career development in horticulture and plant science.
Council of Chief State School Officers congratulates Kirsten Baesler on federal education appointment
Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) Chief Executive Officer Carissa Moffat Miller issued a statement following the confirmation of Kirsten Baesler as Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education at the U.S. Department of...
Texas Education Agency launches hotline for homeless student support
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has introduced a new hotline aimed at supporting students experiencing homelessness.
Shapiro Administration to rededicate "The Pennsylvania Worker" sculpture honoring state’s workforce
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry will hold a ceremony to rededicate The Pennsylvania Worker, a bronze sculpture that pays tribute to generations of workers in the state.
Kirsten Baesler confirmed as assistant secretary of education by U.S. Senate
Kirsten Baesler, North Dakota’s state superintendent of public instruction, has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as assistant secretary for elementary and secondary education in the U.S. Department of Education.
Annenberg Institute report highlights Rhode Island’s investments in teacher development
A recent report from the Annenberg Institute at Brown University has recognized the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) for its commitment to supporting educators through professional learning and high-quality instructional materials.
Horne highlights Arizona’s Holocaust education law on second anniversary of Israel attack
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne has marked the two-year anniversary of the attack on Israel by highlighting the importance of Holocaust education in Arizona schools. “Today marks two years since the cowardly attack on Israel...
Nebraska VR partners recognized for efforts in disability employment and workplace inclusion
Five organizations and individuals in Nebraska have been recognized for their efforts to promote disability employment and inclusive workplaces through the 2025 SRC Disability Employment and Inclusion Awards.
Nebraska Department of Education recognizes seven schools as 2025 Blue Ribbon Schools
Seven schools in Nebraska have been recognized as Blue Ribbon Schools by the Nebraska Department of Education.
Maryland graduates recognized as 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars
Kelly D. Liu, a graduate of Marriotts Ridge High School in Howard County, and Luc Beck, a Bethesda resident who attended Sidwell Friends School, have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars by the U.S. Department of Education.
Kansas State Department of Education releases latest KSDEweekly newsletter
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has released the Oct. 2 edition of its KSDEweekly newsletter.