Education
Thursday, March 28, 2024
New guidebook aims to help local farmers and schools serve healthy meals
Colorado is working to boost the state's agricultural communities by getting more fresh, nutritious foods into school cafeterias - and a new online …
Thursday, March 28, 2024
NC's college-bound students face FAFSA delays
The revamp of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid - or FAFSA - was supposed to streamline the process for college hopefuls this fall…
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Renaissance marks quarter century serving homeless, low-income kids
This month marks the 25th anniversary of the Renaissance Children's Center, which serves low-income families and those experiencing homelessness with …
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
University of Texas El Paso targets teacher shortage
It's estimated that nearly half of all schools in the country don't have enough teachers. To help change that, the University of Texas in El Paso …
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
As Louisiana teachers await permanent pay hikes, federal loan relief helps some
In a 2023 survey, 66% of teachers -- compared with 39% of adults in other fields -- said they were unsatisfied with their starting salary. When …
Monday, March 25, 2024
ME social workers, educators seek end to state licensing exam
Social workers in Maine say the state's required licensing exam is biased and contributing to a shortage of workers in the field. Data show …
Monday, March 25, 2024
Program could bring student debt cancellation for some MD borrowers
Marylanders with student debt may have an opportunity to have some or all of it forgiven but time is running out. The average student loan debt of …
Monday, March 25, 2024
Suspensions, expulsions on rise in Ohio schools, report finds
Ohio's Black students are more likely to face excessively harsh discipline practices such as expulsion and suspension, according to a recently …
Monday, March 25, 2024
ID anti-DEI bill in higher ed could have 'ripple effects' for state
Idaho lawmakers are considering a measure that would eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs on college campuses. Critics say it could …
Monday, March 25, 2024
Report: OR colleges serving Hispanic students increasing
The number of higher institutions serving Hispanic students in Oregon is increasing, according to a new report. Excelencia in Education researched …
Monday, March 25, 2024
FAFSA delays pose challenges for Georgia college-bound students
Students across Georgia seeking college opportunities are encountering delays as they navigate the Free Application for Federal Student Aid process…
Monday, March 25, 2024
Alabama Possible forges pathways to education equity with annual event
Alabama's goal of adding 500,000 more college-educated people to the workforce by 2025 is quickly approaching. One group is dedicated to breaking …