education

Alabama’s community colleges add $6.6 billion to state economy

The Alabama Community College System directly impacts 98,923 jobs in the state, representing about 2.7 percent of Alabama’s gross state product.

February 14, 2023

Governor encourages students to apply for Governor’s Office internship

Gov. Kay Ivey encouraged Alabama undergraduate students to apply.

February 7, 2023

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A vague bill promises to ban something it seems

A group of Republican lawmakers wants to ban "divisive concepts." The bill should die a quick death.

Bill Britt

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January 30, 2023

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School choice? OK, let’s do it

Real school choice is an excellent idea. But what's being pushed by the right isn't school choice, it's segregation.

Josh Moon

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January 25, 2023

Sen. Katie Britt celebrates School Choice Week

Britt co-sponsored a resolution that would formally designate this week as “National School Choice Week.”

January 25, 2023

New Hoover Rep. Mike Shaw seeks to consider unintended consequences of legislation

Shaw has spent 30 years in the technology sector as well as six years on the Hoover City Council.

Jacob Holmes

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January 19, 2023

Ivey signs four executive orders aimed at reaching education goals

Ivey pledged to have Alabama in the top 30 states in education rankings by the end of her term, and said these four orders will help to improve the educational outcomes needed to get there.

Jacob Holmes

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January 18, 2023

Ivey, other state leaders take oath of office at inauguration ceremony

Gov. Kay Ivey said education will be her top priority in her final term leading the state.

Jacob Holmes

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January 17, 2023

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Remember Dr. King’s passion for public education

King understood that the real purpose of education was not just the acquisition of knowledge, but the positive application of knowledge.

January 16, 2023