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Horne criticizes prosecution's handling of armed intruder case at Tucson school
Daniel Hollander was arrested in January after entering an east Tucson school armed with a gun and knife.
Washington superintendent criticizes new federal school privatization tax credit
Congress has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which includes a new school privatization tax credit.
Missouri names semi-finalists for 2026 Teacher of the Year award
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) has named 17 educators as semi-finalists for the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year award.
Federal court blocks Trump-era directives affecting public school curriculum
A federal court has ruled against the Trump administration’s attempt to require school districts across the United States to censor certain lessons, abandon student support programs, and certify compliance with an interpretation of civil rights...
Innovation Grants Committee to meet at South Carolina Department of Education August 18
The Innovation Grants Committee is scheduled to meet at the South Carolina Department of Education on August 18 at 10:00 a.m. The agenda for the meeting is available online
Iowa Department of Education to host annual STEM Day at state fair
The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council, part of the Iowa Department of Education, will host its annual STEM Day at the Iowa State Fair on Sunday, August 17.
Texas Education Agency publishes delayed A–F accountability ratings for schools
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the 2025 A–F Accountability Ratings, ending a two-year delay caused by lawsuits.
North Dakota details transition plan for adopting Infinite Campus student information system
As North Dakota moves forward with the implementation of Infinite Campus, a student information system (SIS), several questions have emerged from educators and administrators regarding the transition process.
Texas Education Agency releases updated A–F accountability ratings after two-year delay
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the 2025 A–F Accountability Ratings, ending a two-year delay caused by lawsuits.
Rhode Island Department of Education issues new guidelines on classroom artificial intelligence
Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) have released new guidance to help local education agencies across the state develop responsible and effective approaches for using...
Program supports Black girls’ interest in math through enrichment camps
In Philadelphia, a summer pilot program is working to address the underrepresentation of Black girls in math and science.
Concerns rise as White House pushes rapid expansion of AI-supporting data centers
As generative artificial intelligence continues to make its way into classrooms, a new federal initiative could bring more of the technology’s infrastructure closer to schools.
Kansas State Board approves updated assessment cut scores to align with student achievement
The Kansas State Board of Education has approved new cut scores for state assessments, aiming to better align test results with actual student performance.
U.S. Secretary Linda McMahon joins Florida officials for record-breaking FAFSA beta event
U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Fort Lauderdale to participate in the beta testing event for the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
Governor Shapiro highlights permitting reforms tied to Amazon's $20B tech investment
Governor Josh Shapiro and Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Jessica Shirley visited the Keystone Trade Center to discuss the state's progress in speeding up permitting processes.
Conservation leaders urge protection of native plants at Pennsylvania Capitol event
Environmental advocates, educators, and students assembled at the Pennsylvania State Capitol to emphasize the importance of native plants in preserving the state's ecosystems.
Treasurer Garrity returns Purple Heart Medal to family of Vietnam veteran
During a ceremony at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity returned a Purple Heart Medal to James Morgan, the son of Ray Alvin Morgan, a late U.S. Army veteran who was wounded in the Vietnam War.
Pennsylvania State Police give update on Susquehanna County incident
The Pennsylvania State Police provided an update regarding an incident that took place in Susquehanna County on the morning of August 7, 2025.
Mississippi Department of Education launches pilot AP courses in cybersecurity and business
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has announced the introduction of Advanced Placement (AP) courses in Cybersecurity, Networking, and Business with Personal Finance.
Potential impact looms over school-based health services after major medicaid spending cuts
School-based health and wellness services may face significant challenges following the passage of a federal budget bill that will reduce Medicaid spending by about $1 trillion.