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March 25

Education policy Mar 25 Oregon Institutions Reconsider Honoring Cesar Chavez Amid Abuse Allegations Oregon is reexamining its tributes to Cesar Chavez after allegations of sexual abuse surfaced, prompting discussions on renaming streets and schools. Education policy Mar 25 California Introduces Mandatory Personal Finance Course for High School Students California's new mandatory personal finance course for high school students is a groundbreaking step towards financial literacy and empowerment. Education policy Mar 25 Utah State Board of Education Seeks Public Feedback on American Constitutional Government and Citizenship Standards The Utah State Board of Education is seeking public feedback on the Draft P-12 American Constitutional Government and Citizenship Standards, which aim to provide a comprehensive framework for teaching American… 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.

March 24

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. 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. 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. 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…