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National PTA provides $45K in grants nationwide to fight child food insecurity
National PTA announced it will allocate $45,000 to PTAs across the United States to help address food insecurity among children and families.
Defending Ed files second Title IX complaint against University of Wisconsin-Madison
Defending Ed has filed a civil rights complaint against the University of Wisconsin-Madison, alleging violations of Title IX.
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National Alliance plans appeal after court ruling on West Virginia charter schools
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools has announced its intention to appeal a recent decision by the Eighth Judicial Circuit Court in Kanawha County, West Virginia, which questioned the constitutionality of public charter schools in the...
EdChoice Legal Advocates moves in court to defend Tennessee education savings account program
EdChoice Legal Advocates has taken legal action to defend Tennessee’s new Education Savings Account (ESA) program following a lawsuit from groups seeking to halt the initiative.
NEA marks half-century since passage of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
The National Education Association (NEA) is marking the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a federal law that ensures students with disabilities have access to free and appropriate public education. “Fifty...
Charter school enrollment grows by 15% over six years amid declining student population
Charter schools across the United States have continued to see steady growth in student enrollment over the past six years, despite a decline in the overall school-age population.
NEA criticizes Trump administration plan to dismantle Department of Education
The Trump administration has announced plans to reassign several functions of the Department of Education to other federal agencies.
California increases funding for national board certified teacher incentives in new state budget
California Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration has increased funding for the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification Incentive Program in the 2025–26 state budget.
AFT criticizes Trump plan to dismantle Education Department
AFT President Randi Weingarten has responded to President Donald Trump’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education by transferring its functions to other federal agencies.
Niannian Education on Giggle Academy teaching English in temples in rural Vietnam: ‘One class a day — worldwide’
Niannian Education, an active account on the social media platform X within the education-technology community, announced that Giggle Academy's "one class a day" initiative now includes an English class based in a temple in Vietnam.
Charter schools support Native student culture and education
Charter schools that serve Native American and Alaskan Native students are playing a role in preserving language, culture, and tribal sovereignty.
AFT and AAUP leaders denounce Texas A&M regents’ vote on teaching restrictions
AFT President Randi Weingarten and American Association of University Professors (AAUP) President Todd Wolfson have criticized the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents following a recent vote that restricts what instructors can teach about...
AFT and AAUP leaders denounce Texas A&M regents’ vote on teaching restrictions
AFT President Randi Weingarten and American Association of University Professors (AAUP) President Todd Wolfson have criticized the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents following a recent vote that restricts what instructors can teach about...
NEA highlights educator contributions during American Education Week
Communities across the United States will participate in American Education Week from November 17 to 21, joining the National Education Association (NEA) in recognizing students, educators, and parents.
AFT president criticizes lack of ACA tax credit restoration after government shutdown ends
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) President Randi Weingarten has responded to the recent House vote that ended the federal government shutdown initiated by President Trump and congressional Republicans.
National Alliance responds as Congress reopens government and restores charter school program funding
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools has responded to the reopening of the federal government, following Congress’ approval of a continuing resolution.
NEA president calls on Trump and GOP leaders after Senate advances shutdown-ending bill
After a prolonged federal government shutdown, the U.S. Senate has voted to advance a short-term funding measure, potentially ending what has become the longest shutdown in American history.
AFT president responds as Senate moves toward ending government shutdown
The president of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), Randi Weingarten, has issued a statement following a significant Senate vote aimed at ending the federal government shutdown.
Binance founder CZ: 'Giggle Academy now teaches 70,000 kids for free’
Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, founder of Binance, announced that his educational platform, Giggle Academy, now provides free education to 70,000 children.
AFT leaders criticize Supreme Court decision on transgender passport policy
A group of leaders from the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), including President Randi Weingarten and Executive Vice President Evelyn DeJesus, have issued a statement responding to a recent Supreme Court emergency order.