Education News

Innovation Mar 25 Elkhart County’s Premier Arts Academy Sees Success with Integrated Arts and Project-Based Learning Premier Arts Academy is making waves with its innovative approach to education, integrating arts and music with project-based learning to improve student outcomes. Education policy Mar 25 States Seek Flexibility in Standardized Testing and Accountability The Trump administration is inviting states to redefine their approaches to standardized testing and school accountability, sparking both interest and concern among educators and advocates. Education policy Mar 25 Federal Student Loans to Move Under Treasury Department The U.S. Department of Education and the Treasury Department have announced a plan to transfer the management of federal student loans from the Education Department to the Treasury Department. Innovation Mar 25 Claiborne County Schools Introduce Academy Model for Personalized Learning Claiborne County Schools are shifting to an academy model for personalized learning, offering career pathways and real-world experiences. Education policy Mar 25 DC Public Schools Found to Discriminate Against Students with Disabilities The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights has found that DC Public Schools discriminates against students with disabilities. Innovation Mar 25 Classical Charter Schools Achieve Excellence in the South Bronx The South Bronx Classical Charter Schools have achieved remarkable success with their innovative approach to education, focusing on high expectations, parental involvement, and a unique curriculum. Education policy Mar 25 Public Comment Open for FFY 2026 IDEA Part C Grant Application The Office of the State Superintendent of Education has opened public comment on the Federal Fiscal Year 2026 Individuals with Disabilities Education Act Part C grant application. Education policy Mar 25 US Education Department Warns Accreditors Over DEI Standards The US Education Department warns accreditors to rescind DEI standards due to potential conflicts with Title VI, impacting educational institutions' accreditation and federal funding. Innovation Mar 25 Revolutionizing Literacy: Science of Reading Act Gains Momentum A new era in education is unfolding with the rise of outcomes-based edtech contracts and the advancement of the Science of Reading Act. Education policy Mar 25 Hartford Schools Face $52.5M Deficit, Seek State Aid The Hartford Public Schools are facing a significant budget challenge, with a projected $52.5 million deficit for the 2027 fiscal year.