School leaders in New Jersey are making some serious cash. The latest numbers show that while most superintendents saw a small pay bump, a few are raking in over $300, 000 a year. Norma Fernandez, who runs Jersey City Public Schools, tops the list with a salary of $322, 272. She's been with the district for over four decades and has been the superintendent for the p...
A significant gathering is on the horizon for the Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD) as the Board of Trustees prepares for a special meeting to discuss the future of Superintendent Dr. Karen Molinar. This meeting comes hot on the heels of the Texas Education Agency's (TEA) decision to take over the district, a move that has stirred up quite a bit of conve...
David Toston is the new superintendent of schools in Santa Clara County. This is a big deal because it happened after a lot of drama. Six months ago, the board decided to remove the previous superintendent. This caused a lot of trouble and arguments. Toston is not new to the education world. He has been working in it for 25 years. He started as a teache...
In a bold move, a top education official has called for parents to face consequences when their kids skip school. This isn't just about the students missing out on learning. It's about the broader impact on communities and the future workforce. First, let's talk about the numbers. Chronic absenteeism is a real problem. It's not just about the occasional sick day. It...
The US Department of Education recently cut its workforce by nearly half. This move, which affected 1, 315 employees, has sparked concern about the future of educational funding. The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) relies heavily on federal funds. The district receives over $750 million annually for various programs. These programs support low-income stud...
In a big move for the School District of Onalaska, the Board of Education has chosen Ben Barton to be the new superintendent. This decision came after a long and thorough search process. The process was led by the Wisconsin Association of School Boards. There were 12 strong candidates. The board made the announcement on March 10, 2025. Barton will start his new role ...
In an extraordinary meeting last Tuesday, Richland County School District One board members took a significant step. They voted to ask the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) for a comprehensive forensic audit of the district. This was the first gathering of the year for the newly elected board members. "We can at least try to guide the state department to...
In a surprising turn of events, Santa Clara County's Office of Education (SCCOE) has launched an investigation into claims of misusing public funds. The news comes after the sudden dismissal of the former superintendent. Independent auditors have been called in to look into issues like questionable contract awards and unapproved legal expense reimbursements. The IT d...
Dr. Barbara Nielsen, a stalwart advocate for education in South Carolina, has passed away. As the state's Department of Education Chairperson from 1991 to 1999, she was a fierce believer in the potential of every student. Her dedication to equipping them to reach their goals earned her the respect of her peers and the gratitude of generations of students. As a teach...
The recent directive issued by Oklahoma's State Superintendent Ryan Walters ordering the inclusion of the Bible in lessons for grades 5-12 has sparked widespread controversy. While Walters claims that the Bible is an "indispensable historical and cultural touchstone," critics argue that it is a clear violation of the U.S. Constitution's Establishment Clause. But let...