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Anna Clarissa Jones named 2025 Mississippi Parent of the Year by MDE
The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) has named Anna Clarissa Jones as the 2025 Mississippi Parent of the Year.
PennDOT Secretary to host virtual discussion on REAL ID enforcement
PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll plans to host a virtual media update on the REAL ID program.
Trump administration ends liquidation extension for Illinois school funds
The Trump administration has decided to withdraw funds for Illinois schools, reversing a previous approval from the U.S. Department of Education.
Child care providers face obstacles in obtaining relief after Eaton Fire
Since January, Felisa Wright has faced significant challenges after losing her home and child care business to the Eaton Fire.
MDE seeks reversal for at-risk $40 million school funding
As recently stated, more than $40 million in educational funding, intended to support students and schools, is at risk unless the U.S. Department of Education reverses a decision made on March 28.
Kansas State Board of Education to convene in Topeka on April 8-9
The Kansas State Board of Education has scheduled a meeting for April 8-9.
Iowa high school graduation rate returns to 88.3%, nearing prepandemic levels
Iowa's high school graduation rate for the class of 2024 has increased to 88.3%, rising by 0.8 percentage points since the previous year, as reported by the Iowa Department of Education.
JFF suggests education and workforce reforms in fiscal year 2026 budget
Jobs for the Future (JFF) has shared policy and funding recommendations with the Trump administration for its fiscal year 2026 budget request to Congress.
New Hampshire launches survey to assess literacy education needs statewide
Today, the New Hampshire Department of Education (NHED) announced the launch of the New Hampshire Literacy Landscape Survey.
Moskowitz and Meyer discuss improving rural education at New York convening
The recent panel discussion at the Let’s Get Ready!
New York State enhances Holocaust and genocide education with special learning event
The New York State Education Department recently convened a professional learning event aiming to enhance Holocaust and genocide education across the state.
KSDEweekly highlights podcast relaunch and legislative activities in new edition
The Kansas State Department of Education has released the latest edition of its KSDEweekly on March 27.
Maryland officials react to federal pandemic funds reimbursement withdrawal
The president of the State Board of Education, Dr. Joshua Michael, and the State Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Carey M. Wright, have expressed their concern over the recent move by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) to rescind pandemic...
Global sport industry conference highlights leadership and opportunities in its 10th year
Alina Hudak, the newly appointed president and CEO of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee, addressed attendees at the 10th annual Global Sport Industry Conference, reflecting on her unique leadership journey.
Audit finds UPMC contract delays cost taxpayers over $350,000 in 2022
On March 31, 2025, Deputy Auditor General for Audits Gordon Denlinger, representing Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor, released the findings of a performance audit concerning UPMC's contract under the Community HealthChoices program with the...
Nebraska teachers selected as finalists for the prestigious national teaching award
Four Nebraska teachers have been announced as state finalists for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).
Michigan leaders respond to U.S. Department of Education's funding withdrawal
State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice and State Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh have issued statements regarding the recent decision by the U.S. Department of Education to rescind previously approved federal funding.
Maryland names finalists for 2025 STEM teaching excellence awards
On March 31, 2025, the Maryland State Department of Education announced six finalists for the prestigious Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).
Audit findings on UPMC contract with DHS to be released by deputy auditor general
Gordon Denlinger, Deputy Auditor General for Audits, is set to present the findings from an audit focusing on the UPMC Health Plan.
Early childhood education grapples with financial and staffing challenges
The current state of the early care and education workforce is facing significant challenges, according to a survey conducted by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).