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CMS is set to lose $190 million in federal pandemic dollars by the end of the fiscal year.
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From naming a new Chief Education Officer to splitting the duties of Philadelphias Streets Department, Mayor Cherelle Parker announced new additions to Philadelphia’s leadership team Monday and provided an update on the roles still needed to be filled.
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Gov. Josh Shapiro’s second budget proposes significant increases to education and economic development.
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We have to cut $190 million dollars from our current operating budget.
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A series of shootings outside Chicago Public Schools is prompting one state lawmaker to call attention to the need for mental health funding.
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The NDP government says its increasing school funding by 3.4 per cent or $104.2 million for the upcoming year.
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A vote is expected to be made by the Board of Education come February 13. This vote will determine whether or not over 60 employees are let go.
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A group of nonprofit education groups in Silicon Valley are wading into one of educations hottest topics. They say something is wrong with the way schools…
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The Buffalo Public School District is approaching a “financial cliff” and is anticipating a $90 million budget shortfall next school year.
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Students, parents and educators gathered in Albany to rally for more funding for after-school programs on Tuesday.
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Stoney discusses education spending during State of City address
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Middle school students can receive up to $600 in funding to attend arts-related educational opportunities of their choosing.