House passes bill allowing private schools to hire school resource officers
The bill passed the House unanimously and will now go to the governor's desk.
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Public Charter School Commission ensuring schools fit anti-DEI law
The aims to ensure APCSC schools are in line with recent state legislation, including bans on DEI offices and "divisive concepts."
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See recent postsAlabama School for Math and Science: A proven winner for Alabama
If ever there were a sound investment for Alabama’s future, surely this is it.
Commission on Higher Education requests funding increases at budget hearing
In addition to preparing budget recommendations on behalf of the state's public colleges and universities, ACHE is also responsible for administering financial aid.
Alabama climbs in national reading, math rankings
Alabama saw real gains in fourth grade math scores, and moved up the rankings in reading as well by maintaining reading levels while other states saw declines.
Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama
The responses among Alabama educators were particularly damning of the state.
CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers
The CHOOSE Act now has a website where education service providers and, eventually, Alabama families can prepare for the state’s new program.
Montgomery leaders urge unity after MPS superintendent resigns
The Chamber approved a resolution urging the Montgomery County Board of Education to reconsider its actions.
September 27, 2024
Troy Chancellor Hawkins reflects on diversity, legacy at university
Hawkins, who has served as chancellor at Troy since 1989, is the longest-serving chief executive of a public university in the United States.
Municipal officials celebrate 30th anniversary of nation’s second oldest training program
The program has grown to provide training in several formats each year including in-person multi-day conferences.
September 24, 2024