He delivered awards to 356 schools that improved academic achievement. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona honored representatives from the 2024 cohort of National Blue Ribbon Schools. The secretary…
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White House to Host Halloween Event for Students and Neighborhood Families
“Hallo-READ!” event will send kids home with books and candy. The White House is hosting local students and neighborhood families to attend the 2024 “Hallo-READ!” reading event for…
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School-Based Mental Health Services Receive $70 Million in Grants
The funding supports hiring and training over 4,000 new mental health professionals. The Department of Education has announced a $70 million investment into school-based mental health services. Distributed…
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White House Credits Gun Sale Background Checks for Lower Crime Numbers
More than 300,000 background checks conducted for youths, violent criminals The White House credited a sharp reduction in violent crimes to enhanced background checks for at-risk individuals who…
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$28 Million Invested in Teacher Quality Partnership Program
Education Department funding will support teacher development and retention in high-need communities. The Department of Education announced that more than $28 million will be distributed through the Teacher…
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First Lady and Defense Secretary Visit Alabama Air Force Base
The duo highlighted the programs that improve military quality of life and childhood education. First Lady Jill Biden and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin visited a pre-kindergarten program on…
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USDA and Education Department Hold Rally on School Meals
Secretaries highlight healthy nutrition, local food initiatives, and new standards for student success. The U.S. Departments of Agriculture (USDA) and Education recently hosted a virtual pep rally to…
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President Biden Responds to Georgia High School Shooting
FBI had information on the shooter making terrorist threats over a year ago. President Joe Biden responded to the shooting at a high school in Barrow County, Georgia,…
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Defense Department Awards Oak Harbor Public Schools $66 Million
The funding will update facilities at two schools near Naval Air Station. The Department of Defense granted two awards worth $66 million to Oak Harbor Public Schools, allowing…
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CBP and U.S. Chamber of Commerce Warn of Back-To-School Counterfeit Supplies
Agencies say that counterfeit products can “cause real harm to consumers and families.” U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce published recommendations to…
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