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Colorado lawmakers are set to update the state’s higher education funding formula, effective for the 2027-28 school year. The rewrite aims to prioritize student needs in funding allocations. This follows previous attempts to reform the system for better outcomes. Key Points Update planned for 2027-28 school year Focus on student-centered funding approach Aims to improve […]

The Denver school board has approved adding Willow Elementary to the district’s last remaining innovation zone. This zone will lose one school and gain Willow Elementary starting next school year. The change aims to maintain the zone’s structure amid ongoing district adjustments. Key Points Denver’s final innovation zone to lose one school and gain Willow

A court has expanded a preliminary injunction, blocking the U.S. Department of Education from collecting detailed race and sex admissions data from over 170 additional colleges. This ruling builds on an earlier pause affecting public colleges in 17 states. The decision prevents the agency from demanding extensive demographic information in admissions processes. Key Points Expands

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case brought by parents challenging a school’s gender support plan as a violation of their 14th Amendment rights. The plan, aimed at LGBTQ+ inclusivity, was argued to infringe on parental rights. This decision leaves the lower court’s ruling in place. Key Points Supreme Court denies petition

The article discusses how K-12 IT leaders can adapt to evolving technology, curriculum, and workforce needs while maintaining core values. It emphasizes that modernization involves a careful progression rather than abrupt changes, balancing legacy methods with new tools. This approach aims to improve teaching and learning through intentional technology implementation. Key Points K-12 IT leaders

East Carolina University is planning to eliminate around 44 academic programs following a review initiated last fall. The cuts are part of efforts to reduce the budget by $25 million due to ongoing enrollment pressures. The university aims to streamline its offerings to address financial challenges. Key Points Review of academic programs launched last fall

New York City has launched a new online tool called the Curriculum Finder, which allows parents to view the literacy materials and lessons their children are using in school. The tool provides access to similar resources for home use, aiming to bridge the gap between school and home learning. It is part of the NYC

President Trump highlighted writings from the accused gunman suggesting an anti-Christian motive in the attack. He referenced prior family warnings as part of the ongoing investigation. Authorities are still examining the full context behind the incident. Key Points Trump points to suspect’s manifesto indicating anti-Christian bias Prior family warnings mentioned in relation to the motive

Texas Tech University has implemented a ban on theses and dissertations focusing on sexual orientation or gender identity. This policy has raised concerns among faculty regarding its impact on graduate students’ academic pursuits. The ban is seen as potentially leading to broader restrictions on research topics. Key Points Ban applies to student theses and dissertations

The Supreme Court has declined to hear a third case from parents challenging school district policies on students’ gender identity. In this Florida case, parents Jeff and January Littlejohn claimed a Leon County middle school violated their rights by supporting their child’s gender transition without their involvement. This follows similar rejections in cases from Indiana