August 28, 2025 - 04:56
In a troubling trend, the Oklahoma State Department of Education has canceled its monthly board meeting for the third occasion this year, raising concerns about the stability and direction of the state's public education system. This latest cancellation, attributed to ongoing disruptions, highlights the challenges faced by educators and administrators as they strive to maintain effective governance amid a climate of uncertainty.
The repeated cancellations have sparked frustration among educators, parents, and stakeholders who rely on these meetings to discuss critical issues affecting schools across the state. Many are questioning the board's ability to address pressing challenges, such as funding, curriculum development, and student performance.
As the state grapples with these ongoing disruptions, the future of Oklahoma's educational policies remains uncertain. Educators are calling for a resolution to the chaos, emphasizing the necessity for consistent leadership and communication to ensure that the needs of students and schools are met effectively.
October 14, 2025 - 03:14
U.S. Department of Education Cuts Special Education Staff by Nearly 50%WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Education has implemented significant layoffs, affecting nearly half of its special education staff, according to a statement from the union representing the...
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Lincoln Educator Aims to Highlight Career and Technical ProgramsLINCOLN -- When Laurie Smith submitted an application to be considered for the 2025 Arkansas Career and Technical Education Teacher of the Year award, she emphasized that her motivation was not...
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Impact of Shutdown on Special Education Programs: Insights from Skye PerrymanThe ongoing government shutdown has raised serious concerns about the future of special education programs across the nation. Skye Perryman, the CEO and President of Democracy Forward, recently...
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Vanderbilt Community Unites Against Trump’s Higher Education CompactIn a decisive move, Vanderbilt’s Faculty Senate convened an emergency session to address the controversial higher education compact proposed by former President Donald Trump. During this session,...