Education & Schools
Education & schools are central to the mission of local and state government agencies. They focus on providing quality education, ensuring equitable access, and supporting the development of students from early childhood through higher education. Governments work to create policies, fund programs, and oversee the operation of public schools to foster academic success and prepare students for future challenges. This directory offers articles on education and schools and related topics like Education Grants, which explore funding opportunities that support educational initiatives and resources.
At a recent hearing of the House Education and Labor Committee, lawmakers learned about the profound challenges awaiting teachers and students when classes resume in the fall
Education officials want the state to indemnify local school districts ahead of the fall semester
Only 35% of Wake County, N.C., families say they want just in-person instruction to be used in the fall
New research indicates a significant shift to digital coursework and resources in schools nationwide
A growing number of municipal initiatives are focused on city playgrounds as a means to improve quality of life and economic development
New research supports programs looking to increase access to safe and affordable childcare for middle- and low-income families
School districts across the country are tapping into grant programs to buy or upgrade educational technologies to enhance the quality of education provided to students
Tight budgets and availability of new energy resources are prompting school districts nationwide to find savings in energy efficiency projects and upgrades
Workforce development initiatives catering specifically to low-income workers and families are focused on increasing access to education and opportunities.
An exploratory project looking into collaboration strategies between six school districts will continue as planned despite the elimination of state funding
Philadelphia has launched an adult education system to equip the city’s adult workforce with the professional skills required to fill roles in growing industries
The U.S. DOE and HHS are granting more than $226 million to 18 states in support of improving access to high-quality early childhood services
Many local governments are teaming up with technology companies and school districts to develop collaborative approaches to building a technology workforce
Schools all over the world launched Hour of Code events that feature tutorials aimed at engaging young students in technology
Indianapolis recently approved a $40 million program to strengthen early childhood education for low income children
The University of Buffalo has launched a food policy database to help local governments access information and resources
LiveWell Greenville was awarded a $1.4 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to build out its healthy play and healthy foods initiatives
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded more than $27 million in competitive grants to expand urban agriculture through the new Local Food Marketing Promotion Program
Baltimore is employing ex-convicts to reduce crime and violence in at-risk neighborhoods. Learn how these employees use their own experiences to put youth on the road to success
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