Education House approves $12.1 billion education budget, nearly doubles CHOOSE Act funding Democrats criticized the CHOOSE Act funding, arguing that the program diverts funding that could be used to better public schools. Jacob Holmes5 days ago
Education Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings Alabama is one of only four states to consider offering its First Class Pre-K program in Family Care Centers. Jacob HolmesDecember 23, 2024
Education Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report A researcher at the center-left think tank estimated vouchers could reduce Alabama public schools’ per-pupil funding by hundreds of dollars. Chance PhillipsDecember 20, 2024
Education Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris Google has committed the $1 million gift to further strengthen the cybersecurity programs he championed. StaffDecember 19, 2024
Education ACHE advances education, approves programs, addresses workforce gaps The Commission approved an agency budget request of $77,859,213 for fiscal year 2025-26. StaffDecember 16, 2024
Education Read Freely joins ACASH to talk about sex ed book bans Sex education books have been among those targeted in public libraries across the state. Jacob HolmesDecember 13, 2024
Education Troy University to reduce cost of high school dual enrollment Troy offers dual enrollment courses public, private, and homeschooled students who are in the 10th grade or above. Alex JobinDecember 6, 2024
Education Huntsville Library moving animated Disney movies after policy changes Moana, Frozen, and Coco are animated films celebrating cultural heritage, self-discovery, and bravery, featuring compelling stories, music, and vibrant visuals. Jacob HolmesNovember 29, 2024
Education Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system The Alabama education system “will adapt as we focus on teaching young Alabamians,” state superintendent says. Chance PhillipsNovember 25, 2024
Education AEA announces Team Alabama, Team Auburn “Be a Champion and Read” winners AEA’s Be a Champion and Read contest is a statewide reading competition that has included over half a million student participants. StaffNovember 21, 2024
Education Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs The new degree options include a Ph.D. in criminology and a Master of Business Administration in data analytics. StaffNovember 15, 2024