Md. wins standoff over federal school funds
A legal settlement ensures that Maryland’s most vulnerable students will keep their resources after a fight over DEI practices.
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Trump boosts HBCU funding; other cuts leave questions
Trump boosts HBCUs with new funding, but critics warn cuts to other colleges and public education programs could undercut equity.
States asked to strip ‘gender ideology’ from sex ed
HHS orders 46 states to cut “gender ideology” from sex ed, threatening $81 million and raising historic federal overreach concerns.
Gun recovered on 1st day of classes in Chicago
Chicago schools blocked a gun from entering Whitney Young, but shrinking budgets raise bigger questions about safety and stability.
Meanwhile, public schools beg for paper towels
When teachers must buy soap but vouchers cover dress-up clothes, Florida’s school funding system shows troubling gaps in basic support.
White House unfreezes education funds
The White House will release $5.5 billion for schools after facing growing pressure to do so due to ongoing school disruptions and concerns.
Md. invests in schools’ renewable energy future
Md. will invest millions in an effort to enhance energy efficiency, electrification, and renewable energy projects for public schools.
IL may get funds for migrant students after all
Illinois's state supt. has a plan for making up funds denied by the General Assembly to newly arriving migrant students.
Calif. judge denies virtual charter schools relief
A California judge denied any relief to online charters for reduced funding during the pandemic. No contract exists for funding, he ruled.
Proposition 208 picks up steam in Ariz.
A ballot initiative would tell the state's lawmakers how to tax high earners and send the extra money to the schools. What happens next?