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NEA urges Congress and Trump administration to avoid shutdown with bipartisan funding deal
National Education Association President Becky Pringle has called on former President Donald Trump and Congressional leaders to reach a bipartisan agreement to fund the federal government.
AFT president criticizes Trump administration over government shutdown’s impact on workers
AFT President Randi Weingarten responded to the recent government shutdown, criticizing President Trump and Congressional Republicans for decisions that she says have harmed workers and disrupted healthcare services.
Partnership defends Idaho school choice tax credit against legal challenge
The Partnership for Educational Choice, a collaboration between the Institute for Justice and EdChoice, has taken legal action to defend Idaho’s new educational choice tax credit program.
Department awards record grants as demand grows for public charter schools
The U.S. Department of Education has announced the recipients of the 2025 Charter Schools Program (CSP) grants, reflecting a significant increase in interest for public charter schools.
Kentucky Supreme Court reviews case on charter school funding
The Kentucky Supreme Court is set to hear a case that could determine the future of public charter school funding in the state.
Teachers report using personal funds for student food amid end of pandemic aid
A recent national survey by the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) indicates that many educators expect to use their own money to purchase food for students, as well as classroom supplies, during the 2025-2026 school year.
NEA receives Microsoft grant for expanding educator training on artificial intelligence
The National Education Association (NEA) announced it has received a $325,000 grant from Microsoft Elevate to further its work in supporting educators as they address the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence (AI) in education.
House appropriations bill proposes $500M for Charter Schools Program in FY26
The House Committee on Appropriations has advanced the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for fiscal year 2026.
AFT urges Congress to reject proposed 2026 education funding cuts
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has formally called on the U.S. House Appropriations Committee to reject the proposed fiscal year 2026 funding bill for the departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education.
Michigan State University recognizes new union for tenure system faculty
The Union of Tenure System Faculty (UTSF) at Michigan State University (MSU) has gained official recognition from the university, marking a significant development after years of organizing and legal challenges.
Defending Education supports ending affirmative action in apprenticeship programs
Defending Education (DE), a national grassroots organization, has signed a letter supporting the removal of discrimination and affirmative action plans in apprenticeship programs.
National PTA launches back-to-school week with grants for local programs
National PTA has launched its annual Back-to-School Week, aiming to connect families, schools, and communities as the new academic year begins.
Indiana University accused of racial discrimination in scholarship program
Defending Education (DE) has filed a formal complaint against Indiana University (IU), alleging racial discrimination in its federal funding-supported programs.
Defending Education files racial discrimination complaint against UC Berkeley
On April 9, 2025, Defending Education (DE), an organization opposing racial discrimination in schools, lodged a complaint against the University of California, Berkeley, citing alleged racial discrimination linked to a scholarship program.
Defending Education files complaint against University of Wisconsin over racial discrimination claims
The organization Defending Education has filed a complaint against the University of Wisconsin-Madison, alleging racial discrimination in violation of federal laws.
Complaint filed against SIUC for racial and sex-based discrimination in scholarships
On April 9, 2025, Defending Education (DE) filed a complaint against Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) with allegations of racial and sex-based discrimination in scholarships and other financial benefits.
House committee proposes $60M increase for Charter Schools Program
The House Appropriations Committee has approved a funding increase for the Charter Schools Program (CSP) in its fiscal year 2026 bill, raising the allocation to $500 million.
Second Lady Usha Vance visits Cherokee Classical Academy as part of focus on charter education
Second Lady Usha Vance visited Cherokee Classical Academy (CCA) in Cherokee County, Georgia last week.
AFT urges members nationwide to join boycott against retailer over rollback on DEI commitments
On Labor Day in Chicago, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) announced its participation in a nationwide boycott against Target.
BASIS Tucson North educators ratify first union contract at Arizona charter school
BASIS Tucson North educators have ratified their first collective bargaining agreement, becoming the only unionized charter school in Arizona, according to AFT Local 6627, Arizona Alliance of Charter Teachers and Staff (AZ-ACTS).