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March 24

Education policy Mar 24 Indiana Schools to Receive Letter Grades Under New Accountability Model Indiana's new student-centered accountability model is set to revolutionize how schools are evaluated, focusing on individual student strengths and progress. Education policy Mar 24 Idaho Lawmakers Enact $131.3M in Spending Cuts, Exempt K-12 Education Idaho lawmakers have enacted spending cuts, prioritizing education funding and granting earned autonomy to high-performing schools. Education policy Mar 24 New ‘Meaningful Learning’ Priority Emphasizes Core Instruction and Family Engagement The U.S. Department of Education has announced a new 'Meaningful Learning' priority, effective March 16, 2026, which focuses on core instruction, interventions, career-connected learning, innovative assessments, and family engagement. Education policy Mar 24 Wisconsin Democrats Propose $1.3B Education Budget with Emphasis on Special Education Wisconsin Democrats have proposed a $1.3 billion education budget focusing on special education and general aid to address underfunding in the state's education system. Education policy Mar 24 Anne Arundel County Unveils Comprehensive Teacher Retention Plan Anne Arundel County introduces a comprehensive plan to retain teachers, focusing on competitive salaries, workforce housing, and targeted recruitment. Education policy Mar 24 Teacher Turnover Remains High, Affects Student Learning About 1 in 7 public school teachers in the US change schools or leave the profession each year, affecting student learning and educational equity. Education policy Mar 24 California Lawmakers Unveil Plan to Close Student Achievement Gaps California lawmakers have introduced a four-bill package aimed at closing the state's persistent student achievement gaps. Education policy Mar 24 Iowa House Passes Bills to Reform Public University Curricula The Iowa House has passed bills to reform public university curricula, sparking debate around academic freedom and critical thinking. Education policy Mar 24 NYC Schools to Implement AI Guidance Amid Concerns Over Critical Thinking New York City is taking steps to address the use of artificial intelligence in schools, with a focus on balancing the benefits of AI with the need to protect critical…

March 23

Education policy Mar 23 National Tutoring Participation Sees Significant Increase, Parents and States Invest in Education Tutoring participation has seen a significant increase, with 86% of parents supporting public funding for this educational support.