Panel adopts changes to multiyear contract rules and extends science-of-reading training requirements The committee approved amendments to a bill limiting local fiscal bodies' multiyear obligations for most contracts, allowing five-year technology licensing agreements with documented fiscal savings, expanding the Mountain State Digital Literacy Project, and phasing in 'science of reading' professional learning for K–5 teachers including a requirement for public charter school teacher participation.

West Virginia is reshaping its education landscape by limiting local fiscal contracts while boosting literacy training and digital skills for teachers!

Click to read more!

#WV #DigitalLiteracy #PublicSchoolReform #CitizenPortal #WestVirginiaEducation #LiteracyTraining

Senate deadlocks 17-17 and defeats charter school bill after broad debate The South Dakota Senate on Feb. 19, 2026 defeated Senate Bill 218, which would have created a framework for public charter schools. Proponents argued the measure would expand options, especially on tribal lands; opponents raised concerns about funding diversion, accountability, certification standards and constitutional uniformity.

The South Dakota Senate's deadlock on the charter school bill has left families and communities divided over education options and accountability.

Get the details!

#SD #TribalLandsEducation #PublicSchoolReform #CitizenPortal #SouthDakotaEducation #CommunityAccountability

Appropriations panel forwards K–12 finance overhaul that adds roughly $228M over two years, includes mandates and new appropriations Senate File 81, a comprehensive K–12 finance bill, was advanced by the Senate Appropriations Committee after staff described roughly $228.1 million in added funding over two years, new recurring grants for dual enrollment, appropriations for bus purchases and administrative resources, and a mandate (with a delayed timeline) for district participation in the state employee health plan.

The Senate Appropriations Committee has just advanced a groundbreaking bill that will inject over $228 million into K-12 education funding, transforming how schools operate across Wyoming!

Click to read more!

#WY #K12Funding #PublicSchoolReform #CitizenPortal #MentalHealthSupport

Abington board adopts $216 million preliminary budget, authorizes referendum-exception advertisement The Abington Board of School Directors voted Feb. 10 to adopt a $216,004,564 preliminary general fund budget for 2026–27 and to authorize the administration to advertise for a referendum-exception related to middle-school debt. The budget assumes a 3.5% Act 1 index and includes a projected 33.59% PSERS contribution rate.

The Abington Board of School Directors has just unveiled a staggering $216 million preliminary budget for 2026-27, raising questions about its impact on local taxpayers and the future of the proposed middle school.

Click to read more!

#PA #PublicSchoolReform #CitizenPortal #EducationFunding

HEB ISD special-education staff warn TEFA and HB2 will increase evaluation workload and costs District special-education leaders told trustees that House Bill 2’s tiered funding and the new Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program will increase evaluation volume and staff workload; officials reported 35 private-school TEFA requests so far and said the $1,000 initial-evaluation payment will not cover the added costs.

HEB ISD's special-education leaders warn that new funding laws could significantly ramp up evaluation requests and costs, leaving families and staff with tough challenges ahead.

Get the details!

#TX #EducationFunding #PublicSchoolReform #DisabilitySupport #CitizenPortal #TexasSpecialEducation

Minnetonka board certifies Nov. 4 election, approves bond canvass and authorizes sale of initial $5M tranche The board certified results of the Nov. 4 general election and a district building‑bond referendum that passed roughly 69%–31%; members approved canvasses and authorized the sale of a $5 million bond tranche to begin design and permitting for two middle‑school projects under an $85 million plan.

The Minnetonka School Board just greenlit a historic $5 million bond to kickstart major middle school renovations after a resounding 69% approval in the recent election!

Get the details!

#MN #CommunityInvestment #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform #MinnetonkaSchools #EducationFunding

Board approves financing, contracts and personnel agreements in 50 votes; several items to return for implementation At its Oct. 28 meeting the Manatee County School Board approved multiple finance and personnel items — including certificates of participation authorizations, refunding, a master lease amendment and labor and salary schedules — with unanimous votes. Several capital actions were approved as authorizations and will proceed through related corporate/�

The Manatee County School Board just made a historic move, unanimously approving vital financial measures to boost local education with new schools and salary increases for staff!

Click to read more!

#FL #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform #CommunityEngagement #EducationFunding

Duval County Public School Board Faces Criticism Over Data Retention and Charter Funding Residents urge Duval County Board to prioritize public schools and transparency over charter funding.

Community members are demanding accountability from the Duval County School Board, highlighting urgent issues like charter school segregation and alarming data retention practices that could jeopardize student safety.

Read the full story

#FL #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform

San Francisco parents demand school closure transparency and equity commitments Parents urge SFUSD to halt school closures and prioritize equity in education planning

Parents and educators in San Francisco are rallying against proposed school closures, demanding transparency and equity to protect the future of public education.

Click to read more!

#SanFranciscoCitySanFranciscoCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform #CommunityInput

Virginia Beach School Board adopts modified agenda and celebrates student achievements Virginia Beach School Board approves agenda and honors graduation success and staff retirements.

Virginia Beach City Public Schools celebrated an incredible graduation year with nearly 4,980 students, $62.7 million in scholarships, and exciting new administrative appointments!

Get the details!

#VA #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform #CommunityEngagement #EducationAchievement

Pennsylvania legislators debate education funding and challenges in public schools Lawmakers address underfunding and accountability issues in Pennsylvania's education system.

Pennsylvania lawmakers are in a heated debate over the shocking reality that students are graduating without basic reading skills, with calls for urgent reforms to address the $6 billion funding gap in public education.

Get the details!

#PA #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform

Colorado Education Department outlines new performance metrics for public schools Department sets deadline for reporting on postsecondary and workforce readiness indicators by 2027

Colorado's Education Department is raising the bar with new performance metrics aimed at ensuring students are ready for college and careers by 2027!

Learn more here

#CO #CitizenPortal #PublicSchoolReform #WorkforceReadiness #EducationMetrics

Oklahoma Governor approves House Bill 1270 after legislative passage Governor of Oklahoma officially approves Bill 1270 following House and Senate votes.

A groundbreaking bill aimed at revolutionizing Oklahoma's education system just passed the Senate, but its fate now hangs in the balance as it awaits the governor's signature.

Click to read more!

#OK #TeacherRetention #PublicSchoolReform #EducationFunding #CitizenPortal

State approves $8691 per pupil funding for 2025-26 budget year Statewide base per pupil funding is set at $8691.80 for the 2025-26 budget year.

House Bill 1320 is set to transform Colorado's public education funding with a new per pupil rate of $8,691.80, igniting a heated debate on equity and adequacy in school resources.

Click to read more!

#CO #CitizenPortal #EquityInEducation #EducationFunding #PublicSchoolReform

Boston council members push for new CTE high school and review BPS closures Council members advocate for a vocational high school and prompt examination of BPS closures.

Boston council members are pushing for a state-of-the-art vocational high school to transform education and keep families engaged in their neighborhoods.

Click to read more!

#BostonCitySuffolkCounty #MA #CitizenPortal #CommunityEngagement #VocationalEducation #BostonEducation #PublicSchoolReform

Charter authorizers set new guidelines for school performance and renewal applications New regulations outline charter school performance reviews and renewal application processes.

Indiana's Senate has introduced a groundbreaking bill that could redefine the future of charter schools, sparking intense debate over accountability versus innovation in education.

Click to read more!

#IN #CitizenPortal #EducationAccountability #CivicEngagement #PublicSchoolReform

Indiana Senate supports SEA 431 in key legislative move Senate leaders concur on SEA 431 to advance legislative priorities.

Indiana's Senate Bill 431 could revolutionize education funding, teacher salaries, and early childhood access, but will it pass without jeopardizing the state budget?

Click to read more!

#IN #CitizenPortal #TeacherCompensation #PublicSchoolReform

Senate Bill 52 35 repeals outdated school code provisions in major restructuring move Senate Bill 52 35 reorganizes public school statutes by repealing 17 outdated provisions.

Senate Bill 5235 is shaking up Washington's public schools by proposing to repeal 17 outdated provisions, risking vital programs and community access!

Get the details!

#WA #EducationalAccess #CommunityEngagement #PublicSchoolReform #CitizenPortal

Senate Bill 207 aims to create Kentucky School Innovation Act Senate Bill 207 allows Kentucky districts to seek waivers for innovative school operations.

Kentucky's Senate is on the verge of transforming education with Senate Bill 207, which could empower struggling schools to innovate and thrive!

Click to read more!

#KY #PublicSchoolReform #EducationInnovation #CommunityLeadership #CitizenPortal

Tennessee allocates unspent education funds for diverse initiatives and grants Tennessee reallocates unspent education funds to various programs including literacy and safety grants

Tennessee's House Bill 1409 is shaking up the education system by reallocating unspent funds to support critical programs and charter schools, igniting fierce debate among lawmakers and advocates.

Click to read more!

#TN #TennesseeEducation #PublicSchoolReform #LiteracySupport #EducationFunding

Senator Wagner advocates for $20M boost to struggling public schools Senator Wagner calls for one-time funding to improve 200 failing public schools statewide.

Senator Wagner is rallying for a $20 million lifeline to rescue Alabama's 200 failing public schools, emphasizing that urgent financial support is crucial for their revival.

Click to read more!

#AL #EquityInEducation #PublicSchoolReform #EducationFunding

Montana Legislature revises K-12 funding formula with inflation adjustments House Bill 266 updates K-12 base aid for accurate annual inflation-related adjustments

Montana's House Bill 266 could revolutionize K-12 funding by ensuring schools keep pace with inflation, but will it spark the financial relief they desperately need or lead to budgetary chaos?

Click to read more!

#MT #MontanaEducation #PublicSchoolReform #TransparencyInGovernance

Governor announces transformative education proposal emphasizing equity in Vermont's public schools Governor presents education transformation proposal prioritizing equity and special education support in Vermont.

Vermont is on the brink of a groundbreaking education overhaul that promises to enhance equity and support for special education, but it needs your voice in the conversation!

Click to read more!

#VT #EquityInEducation #SpecialEducationSupport #CitizenPortal #VermontEducation #PublicSchoolReform