Maine's fight for transgender rights in sports has resulted in a significant victory. The state won't lose crucial school funding after all. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has backed down from its plan to freeze funds for a child nutrition program. This program feeds around 172, 000 kids in Maine. The dispute began when Maine refused to ban trans girls from ...
Milton is a town with a mix of financial puzzles. It's not a poor place, but it's facing some serious money problems. The median home price is a million dollars, and the average family brings in nearly 180, 000 dollars a year. Yet, the town is struggling with a double dose of financial trouble. There are mid-year cuts to the school budget and the possibility of highe...
The Wisconsin governor has a unique tool at his disposal: a powerful veto that can alter budget bills in significant ways. This tool was recently put to the test when the governor used it to secure a massive, 400-year increase in school funding. The state's highest court had to weigh in, and their decision has sparked a heated debate. The governor's move was bold. H...
Texas is on the brink of a major change in how it funds education. The state's House of Representatives has given the green light to a plan that lets parents use state money for private school tuition. This move is a big win for Governor Greg Abbott, who has been pushing for more school choice options. He believes families need financial help to escape...
Texas is buzzing with education talks. Lawmakers are looking to shake things up with a bunch of new bills. One big issue is money. Schools are feeling the pinch with budgets that haven't changed since 2019. Inflation is making things tough, and some districts are even talking about closing schools. Fort Worth ISD might shut down up to two dozen campuses. The plan? Bo...
Wisconsin's upcoming April election is shaping up to be a big deal for the state's education system. Two candidates have emerged from the primary election, each with their own vision for the future of education in Wisconsin. Jill Underly, the current leader of the Department of Public Instruction, is seeking re-election. She was first elected in 2021 with strong sup...
Schools in the U. S. might be in for a huge shakeup. Federal power over schools is about to be tested. The president has signed orders. They want to change the basics of teaching American History and science. They are into "American History" as in Jack's Great adventure. The White guy's point of view is only allowed. These changes include who you are is no longer rel...
Public school supporters are worried about a bill in the Kansas House that aims to reduce the state tax funding public schools by $800 million over five years. The plan is to drop the statewide property tax rate from 20 to 18. 5 mills starting next fiscal year and then keep the tax collections at the current level. The Kansas Department of Revenue estimates this woul...
As the new year begins, school leaders in Kootenai County are looking ahead to 2025 with a mix of excitement and challenges. The Coeur d'Alene School District has big plans to grow and improve. Superintendent Shon Hocker is energized by the potential of students and teachers. With help from state funds, the district plans to fix up schools and update teaching methods...
In a recent turn of events, Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some new picks for the Chicago Board of Education. The mayor introduced a new leader, Sean Harden, for the 21-member team that will take their seats in January. Among the nine new appointees, three are fresh faces, while the rest include people who lost their bids for school board seats in the last election. ...