Alabama is facing a tough road ahead when it comes to funding education. The state's education budget is under pressure from rising health insurance costs and other financial demands. The Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA) CEO, David Bronner, recently warned that the Legislature will have to make s
In the heart of rural America, nurse practitioners often stand as the sole healthcare providers, bridging critical gaps in medical care. Their expertise, honed through rigorous education and experience, is vital in underserved communities. Yet, a recent proposal by the Department of Education threat
In Maine, about 50, 000 high school students are part of sports teams, which is a fraction of the total 172, 000 students. Lately, there's been a lot of debate about transgender students playing in girls' sports. This issue has caught the eye of national figures and state lawmakers. Some people arg
In Eagle River, Alaska, a debate is brewing about what truly represents conservative values. At the heart of this discussion are strong schools, safe communities, and fiscal discipline. These are not just buzzwords; they are the foundation of a thriving society. However, recent political actions hav
Tribal leaders are upset. They say the Education Department didn't talk to them before moving Native American education programs to other agencies. This move affects schools and colleges that serve Native students. The Education Department says it will hand over programs to the Department of Labor a
Rochelle Township High School has some good news to share. They got a "commendable" rating under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for the past year. This rating is one step below the highest rating, "exemplary. " The school's score was 86. 73, which is better than the previous two years. In 202
Niagara University just got a huge gift. Someone gave them $5 million to help students who want to become lawyers. This money is for a special program that prepares students for law school. It's a big deal because not many schools get this kind of support. The program is called the Pre-Law Program.
Oregon's lawmakers claim they've finally met the school funding targets set by the Quality Education Commission. This is the first time in 25 years they've said this. But not everyone is convinced. The commission said the state needed $13. 5 billion to fully fund schools. Lawmakers approved $11. 36
During the government shutdown, many military families face uncertainty about their education and career plans. Stepful, a top EdTech company, is stepping in to help. They are keeping their healthcare training programs free for military families, even though federal funding is paused. Military spou
A parent is in a bit of a pickle. They have three adult kids, all in their 20s, with different goals and needs. The oldest has a steady job, the youngest just graduated and is finding their way, and the middle one is heading to law school. The parent wants to support them all fairly, especially sinc
