education

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House Education Committee moves two bills, delays action on “choice” bill

A bill reworking charter school governance and another streamlining teacher certifications for professionals got favorable reports.

May 4, 2023

"It was just the right thing to do," Ivey said.

April 27, 2023

Proponents say the voucher system gives parents the freedom to choose better educational environments.

April 27, 2023

The bill would make several changes to the current charter school law, mostly dealing with how the commission is selected and funded.

April 27, 2023

Gov. Kay Ivey said the book includes ideas that “larger systemic forces perpetuate White privilege” among other things.

April 21, 2023

Under the law, students would either need to complete kindergarten or pass an assessment before first grade.

April 19, 2023

The bottom six percent of schools would instead be called just what they are, "the lowest six percent."

April 19, 2023

De facto segregation persists, with Birmingham public schools ranking among the least integrated and most unequal in the country.

April 5, 2023

Ivey's proposal includes $62 million to construct the campus, which would be located adjacent to Whitfield Regional Hospital.

March 17, 2023

Ivey proposed rebates of $400 per person, for a total of $800 in rebates per married household.

March 8, 2023