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What’s the state of ethnic studies in New York City schools? And how does recent political opposition from the Trump administration threaten its expansion?

Community leaders are divided about what type of intervention is needed.

The current version of the legislation is a far cry from what bill sponsors envisioned.

One building will become a preschool center. Another will be the new home of an existing middle and high school.

Students who complete one of the state’s new graduation pathways will also be eligible for interviews with large companies.

The council asked for nearly $300 million more for early childhood education, which has emerged as a major sticking point in recent budget negotiations.

There are 11 candidates running for three seats, as teen voters gear up to vote for the first time in the local school board election.

Illinois says the federal government’s plan to rescind $77 million in COVID relief funds will impact programs in 27 school districts statewide.

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis proposed eliminating student population averaging for the purposes of funding schools. The idea has been criticized by district leaders.

The Education Department expects to hire between 7,000 and 9,000 new educators.

This year, charter schools are serving about 15% of public school students in Colorado.

Under the bill, school districts would have to start screening students in the 2026-27 school year.

The tentative four-year contract would raise teacher pay, add prep time for elementary school teachers, and increase recess time for students.

Colorado’s $43.9 billion budget increases K-12 and higher education budgets, but falls short of what officials say is needed

The state’s budget proposes funding the state’s universal school meals program for only half a year, but the program could be saved through two ballot measures.

The report recommends several solutions, including that school districts revise their school attendance zones at least every four years.