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NEA responds to Trump administration's budget bill passage
Today, the United States Congress passed a budget bill proposed by the Trump administration.
NEA honors Dr. Josh Cowen with Friend of Education Award
The National Education Association (NEA) has awarded Dr. Josh Cowen with its highest honor, the Friend of Education Award.
National PTA voices concerns over FY25 budget bill impacting public education
The budget reconciliation bill for fiscal year 2025 has passed through Congress, receiving a final vote in the U.S. House of Representatives.
UPenn changes athletics policy following resolution agreement with Secretary McMahon
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Shapiro Administration addresses Lyme disease prevention at Little Buffalo State Park
The Shapiro Administration is set to address Lyme disease and tick bite prevention at Little Buffalo State Park.
SNAP benefits play critical role in supporting Pennsylvania's economy
Every month, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) contributes over $365 million in cash benefits to Pennsylvania.
Supreme Court decision fuels ongoing debate over LGBTQ+ books in schools
A recent Supreme Court ruling has sparked renewed debate over parental rights and the presence of LGBTQ+ themed books in school curricula.
Rhode Island launches apprenticeship program for aspiring school principals
Rhode Island has announced the launch of a new registered apprenticeship program aimed at aspiring school principals.
Iowa awards $2 million in grants for therapeutic classrooms across eight school districts
The Iowa Department of Education has allocated over $2 million in grants to eight school districts.
New York launches summer school arts program at SUNY Fredonia
The New York State Education Department has announced the commencement of the 2025 New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA) at SUNY Fredonia, starting on July 6.
North Dakota's BRIDGE initiative updates on Infinite Campus implementation
North Dakota's BRIDGE initiative is in the process of modernizing the management and utilization of K-12 education data across the state.
Educators share insights on teaching Jewish history in schools
The authors conducted interviews with 40 middle and high school English language arts and social studies teachers from January to March 2025.
Michigan schools face delay in receiving federal Title funding
The Michigan Department of Education has expressed concern over the recent notification from the U.S. Department of Education that states will not receive federal Title funding.
Vermont faces uncertainty as federal education funds are withheld
The Vermont Agency of Education has been informed by the U.S. Department of Education that federal funding allocations amounting to $26 million for the fiscal year 2025 will not be available to Vermont public schools on July 1.
Shapiro administration promotes tick bite prevention in Perry County
Representatives from the Pennsylvania Departments of Health, Conservation and Natural Resources, and Environmental Protection gathered at Little Buffalo State Park in Perry County to emphasize precautions against Lyme disease and tick bites.
State superintendent urges swift action on delayed Michigan school aid budget
Now that the state legislature has missed the statutory deadline to pass the school aid budget, lawmakers should work swiftly but deliberately to finalize a spending plan for the good of schoolchildren, State Superintendent Michael F. Rice said.
Arizona education funding delayed due to federal grant review
The U.S. Department of Education did not issue grant award notifications for some programs on July 1.
Coalition seeks injunction against Trump administration's education department changes
A coalition of plaintiffs, including the NAACP and other educational organizations, has filed for a preliminary injunction against actions by the Trump administration aimed at dismantling the Department of Education.
Federal education funding under review threatens key programs across states
The U.S. Department of Education has informed state education chiefs that funding for several federal programs may be rescinded, according to a statement from Washington State Superintendent Chris Reykdal.
National Alliance announces Charter Schools Hall of Fame inductees for 2025
The National Alliance for Public Charter Schools has announced the 2025 inductees into the Charter Schools Hall of Fame.