Saturday, June 13, 2026

ALGOP opens Tuberville hearing to press after closure concerns Supreme Court blocks state’s plan to carry out nitrogen hypoxia execution Alabama State Board of Education hears possible changes to world language studies Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications UA student earns Black Warrior Riverkeeper scholarship grant ALGOP opens Tuberville hearing to press after closure concerns Supreme Court blocks state’s plan to carry out nitrogen hypoxia execution Alabama State Board of Education hears possible changes to world language studies Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications UA student earns Black Warrior Riverkeeper scholarship grant ALGOP opens Tuberville hearing to press after closure concerns Supreme Court blocks state’s plan to carry out nitrogen hypoxia execution Alabama State Board of Education hears possible changes to world language studies Medical Cannabis board reports on first week of sales, reopens lab applications UA student earns Black Warrior Riverkeeper scholarship grant

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Alabama Board of Education outlines key budget asks ahead of FY27

Alabama education officials outlined FY 2027 budget priorities at their monthly meeting ahead of the budget vote next month.

September 12, 2025

Alabama federal lawmakers respond to partial release of frozen education funds

The partial release of withheld education funds drew support from Trump ally Senator Katie Britt and criticism from Representative Terri Sewell.

July 23, 2025

Alabama schools to lose access to local produce as Trump administration cuts USDA programs

More than 40 states, including Alabama, were signed on to participate in the program.

March 14, 2025

Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system

The Alabama education system “will adapt as we focus on teaching young Alabamians,” state superintendent says.

November 25, 2024

Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training

Senate Bill 8 would establish a certification for completing coursework centered around promoting pride in the United States.

November 1, 2024

ALSDE employee, former chair of anti-abortion group arrested for child sex abuse

Cole Wagner, who worked in government relations for ALSDE, was indicted by a Montgomery grand jury on June 30.

July 21, 2023

Wahl discusses AEA influence, parental rights and “grooming” in education

Wahl recently called the AEA a “liberal education union” and said that their influence in the Republican Party would need to be looked at.

July 17, 2023

Gov. Ivey delivers another pay raise to Alabama teachers

Ivey has overseen a total increase of 15 percent during her time as governor.

June 5, 2023

ALSDE launches “Teachers are the Real Influencers” campaign

It's the state's newest wave of its ongoing teacher recruitment efforts.

March 3, 2023

Governor announces 36 new classrooms funded by P-3

P-3 is funded by the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education through the governor’s Strong Start, Strong Finish education initiative.

April 11, 2022