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Oklahoma Superintendent advocates for school choice and parental rights in education
Superintendent Ryan Walters of Oklahoma has emphasized the significance of parental involvement in education.
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.
Experts suggest plant-based diet to reduce risk of cancer and heart disease
In the United States, cancer and heart disease stand as the leading causes of death, touching the lives of many with their far-reaching impact.
New Hampshire hosts first Day of AI Education Summit
On Tuesday, educational leaders from across New Hampshire gathered for the state's inaugural Day of AI Education Summit.
Rhode Island's SurveyWorks surpasses 100k responses; seeks more feedback before April deadline
Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) have announced that the SurveyWorks initiative has received over 100,000 responses.
Shapiro administration highlights improved safety at PA long-term care facilities
Officials from the Shapiro Administration, including representatives from the Departments of Health and Aging, visited Country Meadows of York-West to emphasize the positive impact of state investments on long-term care facilities.
Shapiro administration highlights investments in long-term care improvements
Pennsylvania's Department of Health Secretary, Dr. Debra Bogen, along with representatives from the Department of Aging, will visit Country Meadows of York-West to discuss Governor Josh Shapiro's proposed budget for 2025-26.
South Carolina awards $5M to schools for strategic teacher compensation
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced the allocation of $5 million to 37 schools across 29 districts as part of the Strategic Compensation Pilot Grants.
Missouri recognizes nine school districts with Purple Star designation
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Missouri Purple Star designation.
Iowa State Board of Education schedules March meeting with remote access options
The Iowa State Board of Education is set to convene for its regular meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Vermont responds to new federal education policies amid changing guidelines
The Vermont Agency of Education is dedicated to keeping the public informed about federal policy changes affecting schools and students.
Secretary Redding highlights progress on National Ag Day at historic dairy farm
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding visited the Nissley family's 10th-generation dairy farm in Middletown to mark National Ag Day.
Connecticut confirms new state board of education members
Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker expressed her approval following the Connecticut General Assembly's confirmation of Governor Ned Lamont’s nominees to the State Board of Education on March 5, 2025.
Illinois attracts over 17k potential teachers through new recruitment campaign
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) announced that its $6 million teacher recruitment campaign, "The Answer is Teaching," has drawn interest from over 17,000 individuals since its launch on July 1, 2024.
Goochland teacher receives honor as regional teacher of year
Rachel Tate, a history teacher at Goochland High School in Goochland County Public Schools, has been honored as the 2026 Virginia Regional Teacher of the Year for Superintendent Region 1 by the Virginia Department of Education.
Ryan Walters reaffirms commitment to parent empowerment in Oklahoma's education
Today, Superintendent Ryan Walters reiterated his commitment to enhancing Oklahoma's education system by empowering parents, reinstating traditional values in schools, and holding teacher unions accountable.
Board of Regents announces decisions on professional discipline cases
The Board of Regents has disclosed the outcomes of disciplinary proceedings involving 31 professional discipline cases and two restoration petitions.