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.
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The course will be used to train thousands of contact tracers being hired by the state of New York
The most recent employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows a loss of roughly 980,000 jobs in the government sector in April
The city of Baltimore is teaming up with local grocery stores to provide additional food stamp benefits as well as nutrition classes to help the more than 30 percent of residents needing assistance with food purchases. Details inside...
The city schools in Marion, OH, were given a $1 million grant from the 21st Century Community Learning Center, which focuses on academic enrichment during after school hours. Read the full article on how the program is expanding academic diversity.
Richmond, VA, has an audacious plan to bring down the level of poverty in the city. Action items include improving housing, education, worker skills and wellness. How will it tackle these issues? Read the full story inside.
A new middle school in Lumber Bridge, NC, may be the first school in the U.S. to generate surplus energy. Read inside about the district’s green building strategy, how they aim to save $35M the various steps taken to achieve those results.
A new study by the Rand Corporation shows solid evidence that incarceration costs drop dramatically when education programs are utilized in prisons. We link to the study and summarize results for you
Three school districts in Ohio have teamed up to purchase natural gas together for their school buses. The expected savings from group purchasing are thirty percent. We detail this collaborative strategy and how the schools are expanding it beyond fuel
A study details a path for communities to benefit from working with nearby higher education institutions. Learn about the outline methods, benefits and potential outcomes.
Municipalities are taking an active role in aiding students through the use of Digital Badges. These alternative education programs combine digital learning with workforce development and can lead to academic credit. Read inside for details on these exciting and unique programs
At the equivalent of just $1.60 per gallon, propane is making sense as an alternative to diesel when it comes to powering school buses. We look at a recent fleet deal in Omaha and other developments in propane school buses
A public middle school in East Harlem launched an after school program utilizing volunteer professionals to help implement 10-week hands-on technology courses. We detail the Citizen Schools initiative as well as new efforts in Marietta, GA for its Project Engage
Independent auditors recommended Braintree, MA, look to outsource maintenance and food operations at the local schools in order to save an estimated $500k annually. The group also recommended regionalizing other transportation operations. Read inside for the details
By outsourcing custodial services, Volusia County, FL expects to save $30M over five years. Inside we detail bids and also cover other towns cutting costs in education
A new microvolunteering program seeks to match municipal needs with job hunters seeking new skills and ultimately engaging with employers in need of skilled labor. Inside we detail the program, how to involve necessary parties and incentives used to gain participation
A school district in Oregon has partnered with a technology company to offer online learning programs - in less than six months 450 students have participated. Inside we detail the Oregon iSchool effort, strategies for success and reasons for consideration
A new report from Virginia Tech explains how libraries can become a hub of economic activity by acting as a startup incubator for local communities. Inside we provide key takeaways and examples of this concept already underway
By assigning its in-house municipal legal department to handle school department affairs, Middletown, CT, will save an anticipated $80,000 annually. The goal is to eliminate the reliance on costly outside legal counsel. Details of the agreement between the city and the school department inside
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