Tag: public_schools
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Governor Spanberger Endorses Virginia House Budget Proposal
Governor Abigail Spanberger backs Virginia House of Delegates' budget proposal, citing investments in schools, infrastructure, and economic growth. The plan includes raises, addresses 'One Big Beautiful Bill' impacts, and outlines a review of the data center industry.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEducationState GovernmentsEconomyGeneral Politics Abigail SpanbergerVirginia House of DelegatesBudget ProposalPublic SchoolsInfrastructureData Center IndustryEconomic GrowthVirginiaReston
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DC Office of Student Advocate Highlights June Initiatives and Resources
The DC Office of the Student Advocate (OSA) announces June 2026 initiatives, including Juneteenth celebrations, youth leadership programs, and resources for students and families, while inviting community engagement for the upcoming school year.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEducationGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesState GovernmentsMedical Science District of ColumbiaJuneteenthYouth LeadershipStudent AdvocacyPublic SchoolsCommunity EngagementDistrict of Columbia Government
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Media Monitor: Janeese Lewis George Leads D.C. Mayoral Primary, Post-Schar School Poll Finds
The Washington Post is reporting that democratic socialist Janeese Lewis George leads the D.C. mayoral primary by 11 points over Kenyan R. McDuffie, according to a Post-Schar School poll.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyEducationElectionState Governments Janeese Lewis GeorgeD.C. MayorWashington PostDemocratic PrimaryWashington D.C.Kenyan R. McDuffiePublic SchoolsThe Washington Post
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Lamont Establishes Blue-Ribbon Commission for K-12 Education Funding Reform
Governor Ned Lamont has appointed a Blue-Ribbon Commission to overhaul Connecticut's K-12 education funding. The group will deliver actionable recommendations by January 2027 to update formulas, improve efficiency, and maximize student outcomes statewide.
Politics and GovernmentEducationState GovernmentsEconomyGeneral Politics ConnecticutK-12 EducationEducation FundingGovernor Ned LamontBlue-Ribbon CommissionPublic SchoolsEducation PolicyConnecticut Governors Office
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Public School Spending Per Pupil Reaches Historic High in 2024
National public school spending per pupil reached a historic high of $17,619 in fiscal year 2024, marking a 6.6% increase from the previous year, according to new data released by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomyEducationState Governments GovernmentU.S. Census BureauSchool FinancesPublic SchoolsStudent Spending