Education House committee OKs bill looking to tackle campus food insecurity The bill would provide a designation for colleges working to combat food insecurity on campus and allow them to apply for additional grants. Wesley Walter3 days ago
Education SPLC asks federal government to act on school discipline disparities In 90 percent of infractions in Alabama, Black students were more likely to receive an out-of-school suspension than white students. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 27, 2021
Education Charlotte Morris elected 9th president of Tuskegee University by Board of Trustees Charlotte Morris will be the second-ever woman president of the university, following her predecessor Lily McNair. StaffJuly 27, 2021
Education Ivey announces $23.5 million for state education projects The funds are to be used for infrastructure projects and upgrades. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 26, 2021
Education Katie Britt supports Ivey’s position on banning Critical Race Theory in public schools The State Board of Education will address Critical Race Theory in their August meeting. Brandon MoseleyJuly 15, 2021
Education Alabama-based Hi.Ed partners with Butler County Schools The web-based platform is a way “to deliver students to careers,” allowing students to identify, explore and prepare for career pathways. StaffJuly 15, 2021
Education Lawrence Brandyburg appointed interim president at Bishop State Community College Dr. Brandyburg will replace Dr. Reginald Sykes, who has stepped down from the position. StaffJuly 15, 2021
Education Alabama ACLU to state school board: Oppose ban on critical race theory The Alabama State Department of Education is considering a resolution prohibiting the concept in classrooms. Micah DanneyJuly 8, 2021
Education Study group meets on law to remove school construction oversight Several groups remain concerned that removing oversight could lead to safety problems. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 7, 2021
Education Conservatives hold conference on banning Critical Race Theory, Common Core Over 40 people attended Saturday’s conference at New Hope Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Indian Springs. Brandon MoseleyJune 28, 2021
Education Increases in funding for scholarship, grants for students One of those is the need-based Alabama Student Assistance Program. It received a 23.39 percent increase from last year. StaffJune 14, 2021