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Kindergarten Reading Readiness Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels, But National Literacy Progress Remains Slow

The findings, based on middle-of-the-school-year literacy data, offer a mixed picture for educators and policymakers.

Education Advocates Urge Swift Distribution of $2.19 Billion in Federal Title II Funds

In a letter addressed to Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, the coalition urged the department to distribute the $2.19 billion allocated for Title II.

Younger Superintendents on the Rise Amid Stagnant Real Wages, National Survey Finds

The median age of superintendents remains steady at 52, but more educators are reaching the role earlier in their careers.

Remembering Principal Dan Marburger

Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, who heroically lost his life in Iowa while shielding students from an active shooter, was recently honored.

AFL-CIO Unanimously Endorses Kamala Harris for President

The AFL-CIO Executive Council, which represents 60 unions and 12.5 million workers, unanimously endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president in the 2024 election.

E-Rate Extends Reach for Students

Schools and libraries now can use funds from the E-Rate program to provide off-premises WiFi hotspots to students, following a recent rule change by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This decision, passed by a narrow 3–2 vote, marks a significant expansion of the E-Rate program, which was established in 1996 to help schools and libraries secure affordable broadband services.

New Leadership/Members in Boston

The Boston Association of School Administrators & Supervisors (BASAS), Local 6, has announced significant leadership changes.

National Memorial to Fallen Educators: Honoring the Legacy of Principal Dan Marburger

The National Memorial to Fallen Educators stands as a beacon, reminding the world of the sacrifices made by these educators and the enduring love of their families and communities.

Injury Rates and Prevention in K–12 Schools

From 2015 to 2020, an estimated 263,400 workers in K–12 schools sustained injuries on the job that required emergency department treatment.