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Ohio Lottery Boosts Education Funding with $1.447 Billion Contribution for 2025

Wednesday, July 23 by Lyle F

CLEVELAND (AP) — Ohio lottery players might find some consolation in knowing their ticket purchases are benefiting education in the Buckeye State. The Ohio Lottery announced a $1.447 billion contribution to the Lottery Profits Education Fund for fiscal year 2025, supporting K-12, vocational, and... Read More.

David Ross: Redefining Education in Columbus

Monday, July 14 by Liah

In the heart of Columbus, Ohio, David Ross is making history and reshaping what education can truly mean for young students and their families. As the youngest Black founding principal and CEO in the city, Ross opened LINC Academy in the Franklinton neighborhood, a... Read More.

Major Nevada Education Bill Passes State Assembly

Tuesday, June 3 by Nick Bonsanto

The passage of Senate Bill 460 marks a significant step in education reform for Nevada, aiming to address long-standing issues within the state's education system. The bill, shaped by bipartisan efforts, seeks to enhance transparency and accountability across school districts and charter schools, while... Read More.

Nevada Boosts Education Funding with Teacher Pay Raises and Increased Per-Pupil Budget

Saturday, May 31 by Nick Bonsanto

Governor Joe Lombardo of Nevada signed a bill funding K-12 education after the Legislature passed a complementary bill providing pay raises for charter school teachers. This move ensures equitable pay across public school teachers in the state. Senate Bill 500, covering public and charter... Read More.

Las Vegas Parking Fines Transformed into School Supply Donations to Aid Education

Monday, May 26 by Nick Bonsanto

The city of Las Vegas has introduced a creative initiative to address parking fines and support education. For parking tickets issued between May 19 and June 30, motorists have the option to pay their fines by donating school supplies instead of money. These donations... Read More.

Nevada Attorney General Leads Fight Against Abolishing Department of Education

Saturday, March 29 by Nick Bonsanto

Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford is leading a legal challenge against the Trump administration's proposal to dismantle the Department of Education. Ford argues that only Congress has the authority to abolish a federal department, emphasizing that any such action must be done lawfully. He... Read More.

Assembly Bill 398 Aims to Solve Teacher Shortages in Title I and Special Education Schools

Wednesday, March 19 by Nick Bonsanto

Assembly Bill 398 is poised to address the issue of teacher shortages in Title I and special education schools by providing additional monthly compensation to educators in hard-to-fill positions. This bill, sponsored by Assembly Speaker Steve Yeager, targets schools with high vacancy rates, specifically... Read More.

Clark County Ends Special Education Teacher Stipend Early Amid Vacancy Concerns

Wednesday, March 12 by Nick Bonsanto

The additional pay for teachers in special education and Title I schools in Clark County School District (CCSD) is coming to an early end, as announced in a recent email to employees. This pay was initially agreed upon by CCSD and the Clark County... Read More.

Nevadas Film Tax Credit Expansion Aims to Boost Jobs and Education in Las Vegas

Friday, February 28 by Nick Bonsanto

The proposed legislation, Assembly Bill 238, seeks to expand Nevada's film tax credit program to attract Hollywood studios to Southern Nevada. The bill aims to develop a campus of sound stages and production services in Las Vegas by offering transferable tax credits to studios,... Read More.

If the U.S. Department of Education were eliminated, the impact would be significant, affecting everything from federal funding to educational standards.

Tuesday, February 4 by Jay

Here’s a breakdown of what might happen: 1. Funding and Financial Aid Disruptions - The Department of Education distributes billions of dollars in federal funding to K-12 schools and higher education institutions. Eliminating it could mean states and schools lose access to federal grants and programs,... Read More.