Ivey: Pre-K secretary dismissed due to “distractions” of “different lifestyles, equity”
"It was just the right thing to do," Ivey said.
education
Educators, advocacy groups make arguments regarding school voucher bill
Proponents say the voucher system gives parents the freedom to choose better educational environments.
Bill altering charter school law makes first committee appearance
The bill would make several changes to the current charter school law, mostly dealing with how the commission is selected and funded.
Ivey forces resignation of Education secretary over “woke” Pre-K book
Gov. Kay Ivey said the book includes ideas that “larger systemic forces perpetuate White privilege” among other things.
House passes “first grade readiness” bill
Under the law, students would either need to complete kindergarten or pass an assessment before first grade.
House votes to remove “failing school” label
The bottom six percent of schools would instead be called just what they are, "the lowest six percent."
School “choice” in one of the most segregated, unequal systems in the country
De facto segregation persists, with Birmingham public schools ranking among the least integrated and most unequal in the country.
New Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences to be established in Demopolis by 2026
Ivey's proposal includes $62 million to construct the campus, which would be located adjacent to Whitfield Regional Hospital.
Ivey calls for $1B in tax rebates, sets Special Session in State of the State
Ivey proposed rebates of $400 per person, for a total of $800 in rebates per married household.
Sewell announces $18.4 million to expand broadband at Alabama HBCUs
The $18.4 million in funding will expand access to high-speed internet at HBCUs and Minority Serving Institutions in Alabama.
March 1, 2023