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EDU: Statement from U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on Recent Long-Term Trend Assessment for 13-Year-Olds
Recent National Assessment of Educational Progress (NEAP) data indicates pandemic’s impact on student learning.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education and Civic Nation Launch Nationwide Campaign to Help Students and Families Cut Costs and Access Affordable High-Speed Internet
Civic Nation and the U.S. Department of Education have launched an initiative called “Online For All”, a digital equity campaign.
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EDU: The Biden-Harris Administration Announces $8 Million to Promote Native Languages, Support Native Teachers and Tribal Education Agencies
The Department of Education has announced $8 million in grants for enhancing the educational experiences of Native students.
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EDU: The Biden-Harris Administration Takes Additional Actions to Address Mental Health Needs of Young People and Make Communities Safer from Gun Violence
New efforts aim to support those affected by gun violence, improve mental health services, and ensure school safety.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Announces Grant Opportunities to Address Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Career Advancement
The Department of Education announced more than $368 million in new grant opportunities to promote diversity, career advancement, and more
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EDU: Education Department Opens Grant Application for $73.8 Million to Raise the Bar for Student Well-being through Full-Service Community Schools
The 2023 competition will maintain an emphasis on quality implementation and expand the evidence base through a national evaluation.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Announces Additional Project SERV Grants to HBCUs
The funds will support mental health services, stress reduction programs, and security training among other initiatives.
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EDU: U.S. Departments of Education and Justice Release Resource on Confronting Racial Discrimination in Student Discipline
The Resource includes examples of investigations over the past 10 years to address racial discrimination in student discipline.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Launches Antisemitism Awareness Campaign
The campaign aims to ensure that all students, including Jewish students, can attend schools free from discrimination and harassment.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Shares Insights and Recommendations for Artificial Intelligence
Education released new report titled “Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Future of Teaching and Learning: Insights and Recommendations”.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Supports Government of Puerto Rico’s Move to Decentralize the Puerto Rico Department of Education
The U.S. Department of Education has expressed support for Puerto Rico’s decision to decentralize its Department of Education.
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EDU: Department of Education Releases Proposed Rules on Accountability for Certificate and For-Profit Programs and Transparency into Unaffordable Student Debt
New regulations are aimed at protecting students from unaffordable debt and insufficient earnings from career training programs.
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EDU: Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $100 Million in Continued Support for Mental Health and Student Wellness Through Bipartisan Safer Communities Act
Department of Education aims to double the number of school counselors, social workers, and other school-based mental health professionals.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Announces 161 Students to be Honored as 2023 U.S. Presidential Scholars
Wednesday, May 10, 2023 Executive Summary: Unedited Press Release Text: U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the 59th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 161 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and career and technical education fields. The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects scholars annually based on their academic success,…
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EDU: Biden-Harris Administration Calls on Colleges, Universities, and Schools to Partner in Addressing K-12 Learning Loss, Announces Initial Cohort of Committed Partners
The Department asks colleges and universities that receive Federal Work Study dollars to increase community service within the next two years
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Announces $42 Billion in Approved Public Service Loan Forgiveness for More Than 615,000 Borrowers Since October 2021
U.S. Department of Education announces $42 billion in Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) for over 615,000 borrowers since October 2021
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EDU: FACT SHEET: House Republican Proposals Hurt Children, Students, and Borrowers, and Undermine Education
Congressional Republicans are holding the nation’s full faith and credit hostage in an effort to impose devastating cutbacks
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Federal Student Aid Awards New Contracts to Five Companies to Serve Borrowers, Reduce Delinquency, and Improve Accountability
These five awards are the first step toward implementing the Department’s new servicing environment next year.
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EDU: U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Announced
Award Honors Schools for Reducing Environmental Impact & Costs, Improving Health & Wellness, Offering Effective Sustainability Education
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EDU: FACT SHEET: U.S. Department of Education’s Proposed Change to its Title IX Regulations on Students’ Eligibility for Athletic Teams
The rule would establish that policies violate Title IX when they categorically ban transgender students from participating on sports teams.