Kansas committee weighs bill to remove ACT-specific language from statute, sparking debate over STEM measurement and procurement A House committee heard testimony on House Bill 24-82 to replace vendor-specific references to ACT in Kansas law with neutral language allowing the State Board to select nationally recognized college- and career-readiness assessments; supporters say it preserves flexibility, opponents (ACT) warn it could weaken STEM and longitudinal measures.

Kansas is debating a bill that could reshape college readiness assessments, stirring strong opinions on maintaining high standards for STEM readiness.

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Subcommittee advances environmental literacy measure amid split public testimony The House K‑12 subcommittee reported House Bill 1037, which would direct the Department of Education to produce materials on environmental education and literacy for local school boards; supporters cited benefits for critical and systems thinking while some public commenters raised unsubstantiated claims about geoengineering and opposed the framing of 'environmental literacy.'

Virginia's K-12 subcommittee just advanced a bill aimed at boosting environmental literacy in schools, igniting a fierce debate over its implications and future in education.

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Higher Education Faculty Urges Board to Reassess Math and Science Curriculum Changes Faculty highlights curriculum issues impacting STEM readiness and student preparedness for college.

A group of 20 higher education faculty members is calling for urgent changes to the Montgomery Township School District's math and science curriculum, warning it could jeopardize students' futures in STEM fields.

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Committee praises First Robotics program for enhancing student STEM readiness Committee lauds First Robotics for preparing students for STEM careers through hands-on experience.

The First Robotics program is transforming the future of Arkansas students by equipping them with essential STEM skills and opening doors to exciting career opportunities.

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Heiger Heinert highlights math teacher shortage and potential education bill repercussions Heiger Heinert warns of math teacher shortages and impact of proposed education bill

North Dakota's math teacher shortage is raising alarms—could our students' futures be at stake?

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State Board approves high school math and science course competencies State Board of Education approves required high school math and science competencies curriculum

Oklahoma's new House Bill 1521 is set to transform high school education by demanding rigorous math and science standards, igniting a heated debate on its impact and feasibility.

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Arkansas enhances Advanced Placement Training and Incentive Program for public high schools Arkansas aims to boost Advanced Placement enrollment and performance among diverse students.

A groundbreaking bill in Arkansas could revolutionize Advanced Placement education, promising to elevate teacher training and close achievement gaps for students in underserved communities.

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