Legislature Committee advances bill to ban Drag Shows at schools, libraries The stripped-down bill would prohibit drag shows in public schools and libraries. Jacob Holmes5 days ago
Governor Gov. Ivey calls for legislation banning smart phone use in Alabama public schools The legislation would implement a statewide ban on the use of cell phones on public school campuses during times of instruction. StaffFebruary 5, 2025
Education Alabama climbs in national reading, math rankings Alabama saw real gains in fourth grade math scores, and moved up the rankings in reading as well by maintaining reading levels while other... Jacob HolmesJanuary 30, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | There’s a solution for Alabama’s education budget shortfalls As Alabama lawmakers pretend to worry about education funding, it's weird that they keep forgetting about the billion tax dollars they could be generating. Josh MoonDecember 27, 2024
News Conflicts over race, LGBTQ+ rights cost schools billions annually Superintendents cited increased expenses for security, legal fees, and public relations as part of their efforts to handle community outrage. Bill BrittOctober 23, 2024
State Alabama schools beset by threats as students return Foley is just one of numerous incidents that have taken place at schools across the state in recent weeks. Jacob HolmesSeptember 13, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s education funding formula must change to empower all children Investing in public education is a good idea and a crucial step toward building a better society and a stronger economy. Rhonda MannAugust 21, 2024
Local news Mobile DA announces decrease in truancy, chronic absentee rates in Mobile County schools District Attorney Keith Blackwood launched the Helping Families Initiative, designed to address chronic school truancy. StaffAugust 8, 2024
Education Miles College celebrates 10-year business accreditation reaffirmation The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs Board of Commissioners has granted a 10-year reaffirmation. StaffMay 23, 2024
Education Alabama school district faces controversy over alleged religious assembly Parents reported that a seminar turned into a Christian proselytizing session. StaffMay 21, 2024