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Texas Education Agency issues final FIRST accountability ratings for 2024-2025
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has released the final 2024-2025 financial accountability ratings for public school systems under the School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST).
Chris Reykdal begins term as president of Council of Chief State School Officers
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal will begin his term as President of the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) on November 14, 2025.
North Dakota schools advance with Infinite Campus rollout; resources available for training
A recording of the Infinite Campus Learning Experience Preview webinar is now available on the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction’s (NDDPI) BRIDGE site.
Florida becomes first state to adopt Phoenix Declaration as guiding education principles
The Florida State Board of Education has unanimously approved The Phoenix Declaration: An American Vision for Education as the foundational set of principles for the state's education system.
Kirsten Baesler announces retirement as North Dakota superintendent after 13 years
Kirsten Baesler, North Dakota State School Superintendent, announced her retirement effective November 24, 2025.
Arizona Department of Education names six Blue Ribbon Schools for academic excellence
Six Arizona schools have been recognized as Blue Ribbon Schools, according to an announcement from the Arizona Department of Education.
Rutgers receives $3.75 million federal grant for training future leaders in special education
Rutgers University has received a five-year, $3.75 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education to develop future leaders in special education administration.
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.
Louisiana K-3 reading proficiency reaches record high with latest assessment
Fifty percent of Louisiana students in kindergarten through third grade are now reading at or above grade level, according to data released by the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE).
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.
Rhode Island launches new online dashboard tracking student attendance statewide
Governor Dan McKee and Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green have announced the launch of Rhode Island’s updated Attendance Leaderboard and a new Attendance Calendar Heat Map for the 2025-26 school year.
Educators’ role highlighted in global resistance against authoritarianism
Educators play a significant role in supporting democratic institutions and norms, according to Adam Fefer, senior researcher at the Horizons Project, and Maria Stephan, co-leader of the Horizons Project.
More states implement tri-share child care model despite ongoing debate over effectiveness
Michigan’s Tri-Share program has now served more than 1,000 children, marking a milestone for the initiative that splits child care costs equally among working families, their employers, and the state.
Over 450 Florida schools honored as Purple Star Schools for supporting military families
More than 450 schools in Florida have received the Purple Star School of Distinction designation, according to an announcement by Commissioner of Education Anastasios Kamoutsas.
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.
Shapiro Administration to announce 2026 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year finalists
Governor Josh Shapiro and the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) will announce the 2026 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year at an event held at the Hershey Lodge during PDE's annual SAS Institute.
Nebraska partners with Johns Hopkins-led national center to advance education for high-ability students
The Nebraska Department of Education (NDE) has been named as one of three state partners in a new national research initiative focused on advanced education.
Governor Shapiro to host annual Capitol Christmas tree lighting ceremony
Governor Josh Shapiro, First Lady Lori Shapiro, and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis will begin the holiday season by hosting the 2025 Annual Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Teacher advocates call for policy changes amid rising school gun violence
America’s schools continue to face the challenge of gun violence, with teachers and students often left to deal with its aftermath long after public attention fades.