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Oregon Department of Education reports gains in graduation rates for students with disabilities
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) has released its State Performance Plan/Annual Performance Report (SPP/APR) for Federal Fiscal Year 2023, detailing the state's progress in serving students with disabilities.
Jefferson Parish teacher receives $25K Milken Educator Award
Sarah Watkins, an eighth grade English language arts teacher at Stella Worley Middle School in Jefferson Parish, was surprised with a $25,000 Milken Educator Award during a school assembly.
Rhode Island Department of Education launches events for statewide STEAM Month celebration
The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) is marking STEAM Month this November with a series of events and initiatives aimed at promoting education in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Maryland releases updated school report card showing gains in top-rated schools
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) has released the results for the 2025 Maryland School Report Card, providing data on school performance at state, district, and individual school levels.
New York adopts K-12 requirements for personal finance and climate education
The New York State Board of Regents has approved new regulations requiring public schools to teach personal finance and climate education to students in grades K-12.
Shapiro Administration reports increase in school bus law violations during Operation Safe Stop
The Shapiro Administration has announced the results of Operation Safe Stop, an annual initiative focused on school bus safety in Pennsylvania.
Mississippi Department of Education recognizes four institutions for science of reading programs
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has announced that three universities and one college will receive special designations for their educator preparation programs in the 2025-26 school year.
Giggle Academy warns users it has never issued cryptocurrency or tokens
The Giggle Academy announced on X that it has never issued or endorsed any cryptocurrency, token, or smart contract address.
Grand Forks educator honored nationally for work supporting homeless students
Sara Berg, who previously served as the students in transition coordinator for Grand Forks Public Schools, has received a national award recognizing her efforts to support homeless students.
Rhode Island leaders promote civics education through bar association law-related programs
Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green of the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE), together with Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Patrick A. Guida, President of the Rhode Island Bar Association (RIBA), hosted an event at the Rhode Island...
North Dakota seeks input on new charter school rules after legislative mandate
State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler announced on Monday that the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction has released proposed rules for public charter schools, inviting members of the public to review and comment on them.
South Carolina releases annual report card showing gains across public schools
South Carolina schools have shown improvement in academic achievement and student progress, according to the 2025 South Carolina School Report Cards released by the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) and the South Carolina Education...
Shapiro Administration announces results of Operation Safe Stop to promote school bus safety
Representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania Department of Education, West Shore School District, and West Shore Regional Police gathered to announce the results of the 2025...
Pennsylvania launches risk-limiting audit for November 2025 municipal election
The Pennsylvania Department of State has started a statewide risk-limiting audit (RLA) for the municipal election held on November 4, 2025.
Pennsylvania authorities seize record 50 million doses of fentanyl in 2025
Attorney General Dave Sunday has announced that Pennsylvania law enforcement agencies have seized over 50 million doses of fentanyl in 2025, marking a significant increase in efforts to combat the trafficking of the synthetic opioid.
Pennsylvania promotes AI technology for early detection of high-risk breast cancer patients
Pennsylvania health officials visited Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center this week to highlight the introduction of artificial intelligence (AI) technology aimed at improving breast cancer screening in the state.
Pennsylvania officials highlight veterinary labs’ role in avian flu response
Pennsylvania’s efforts to protect its poultry industry from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) were highlighted during a recent tour of the Pennsylvania Veterinary Laboratory.
Case study explores innovation efforts at private K-12 school in China
A new dissertation from the RAND School of Public Policy examines how a private K-12 school in China, supported by a leading technology company, is responding to national calls for greater innovation in education.
Attorney General Sunday announces arrests in Carbon County drug trafficking case
Attorney General Dave Sunday has announced the arrest of seven individuals in connection with a drug trafficking operation based in Carbon County.
Attorney General Sunday and partners announce progress against fentanyl trafficking in southeastern Pennsylvania
Attorney General Dave Sunday, along with several law enforcement officials and local leaders, will address the public on October 29 regarding efforts to disrupt fentanyl trafficking in southeastern Pennsylvania.