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Education policy Mar 25 Wake County Schools Face Budget Cuts Amid State Uncertainty Wake County Schools are facing significant budget cuts, including a proposed $18 million reduction in special education funding.

Education policy Mar 24 Illinois School District Approves 7.8% Teacher Salary Increase River Forest School District 90 has approved a contract that includes an average 7.8% salary increase for teachers, aiming to address concerns over teacher compensation and labor policies. Innovation Mar 24 Revolutionizing Environmental Education: AI-Powered Flipped Classroom Module Revolutionizing environmental education with AI-powered flipped learning. Education policy Mar 24 Minnesota Proposes Civic Seal to Boost Media Literacy The proposed Minnesota Civic Seal aims to recognize high school graduates with strong civics knowledge, including media literacy, and encourage community involvement through projects. Innovation Mar 24 Diana Byer Revolutionizes Ballet Training with Online Cecchetti Methodology Diana Byer's Teaching Cecchetti brings traditional ballet methodology to a global audience through innovative online training. Education policy Mar 24 Michigan Lawmakers Push for Science of Reading Training to Improve Literacy Michigan lawmakers are taking action to address the state's literacy crisis with a focus on science of reading training for teachers and support for struggling students. Innovation Mar 24 California State University Revolutionizes Education with AI Deployment California State University is pioneering AI integration in education with ChatGPT Edu, aiming to enhance student learning and prepare them for an AI-driven future. Education policy Mar 24 Michigan Lawmakers Push for Science of Reading Training in Schools Michigan lawmakers are taking steps to address the state's literacy crisis by introducing legislation that would require science of reading training in schools. Education policy Mar 24 Federal Judge Extends Texas Education Savings Accounts Application Deadline A federal judge has extended the application deadline for the Texas Education Savings Accounts program to March 31, 2026. Education policy Mar 24 Education Department’s DEI Certification Requirement for Schools: Overview and Legal Challenges The Education Department's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) released a "Dear Colleague Letter" (DCL) on February 14, 2025, to clarify and reaffirm antidiscrimination requirements under Title VI for schools that…