Ivey pushes for one-year delay in third grade reading requirement
The delay would allow state officials to obtain more data on the effects of the pandemic on students' test scores.
Education
Jo Bonner named University of South Alabama’s next president
Bonner, Gov. Kay Ivey's chief of staff, has served in her office since December 2018.
PARCA study shows Alabama’s college-going rate’s continued downward trend
Four-year college attendance held steady while two-year attendance dropped 4 percent.
Governor awards $4.85 million for innovation, research in Alabama
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the grants.
October 29, 2021
Low test scores bring new scrutiny for Montgomery charter school
Test scores show LEAD Academy well below state averages in all areas, and failing to keep pace with Montgomery County schools.
Alabama’s first apprenticeship for early childhood educators established
This fall, two apprentices at the Coleman Center for Early Learning will serve as a pilot group.
October 28, 2021
Auburn, Tuskegee presidents agree to connect communications programs
Tuskegee enrolled in the communications program, who maintain a 3.0 GPA, can complete their senior year at Auburn
Scholarships for high school, college students toward auto manufacturing careers
The deadline to apply is Oct. 29.
October 15, 2021
ASU announces major grant to support low-income students
The grant from the U.S. Department of Education will assist low-income middle and high school students in Montgomery Public Schools.
Despite controversy, Alabama A&M has a new president
A long-time provost was named the university's 12th president