News and reports from the Department of Education.

The Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) has launched a new research series, "Elevating Equitable Value: Investigating Economic Outcomes of Postsecondary Education." This seven-paper series aims to explore the economic benefits of a college degree and delve into critical issues related to equitable delivery of postsecondary value.

The U.S. Department of Education (EDU) has announced the allocation of approximately $93 million in grant awards to 20 colleges and universities that predominantly serve minority populations. The funding is intended to bolster research and development, with a particular focus on improving completion rates for underserved students at Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs), Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs).

The Governance Studies program of the Brookings Institution has announced the initiation of the Anti-Corruption, Democracy, and Security Project (ACDS). This new initiative aims to tackle the most pressing and complex anti-corruption issues that pose a challenge to global democracy.

The U.S. Department of Education (EDU) is optimistic that a $277 million grant will enhance student success in reading and math. The grant is part of the department's initiative to support academic recovery, with a strong emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.

A joint effort to back the inclusion of children with disabilities in early childhood programs has been announced by the U.S. Department of Education (EDU) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This initiative seeks to promote inclusivity from an early age, fostering a culture that embraces individuals with disabilities across all stages of life.

Schools across the country will soon have access to free COVID-19 tests thanks to a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This nationwide initiative is a collaborative effort aiming to curb the spread of COVID-19 among students, staff, and community members.

U.S. Department of Education (EDU) Secretary Miguel Cardona recently took to Twitter to tout an educational program he believes will eliminate educator shortages and advance strategies that will strengthen and diversify the country’s educator pipeline. The said program, "Raise the Bar: Lead the World", is projected to empower communities through comprehensive education from pre-kindergarten all the way to postsecondary learning.

Being bilingual is a force multiplier that resonates beyond an individual and contributes to a vibrant economy, according to a speech given during an in-person and online event by U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona.

The Department of Education (EDU) conducted a series of sessions and meetings over a week to examine and address concerns of antisemitism and Islamophobia in schools. The discussions were held in different locations across the country with various community leaders and educational authorities to gather information and strategize against such discriminatory practices.

According to a press release dated Oct. 18, 2023, the nine honorees, all leaders of schools in the 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools cohort, will be officially recognized at an awards ceremony scheduled for next month.

Funding has been earmarked for the newly established Native American Language Resource Centers (NALRC), the first-ever Native American Teacher Retention Initiative (NATRI), and the State Tribal Education Partnership (STEP) program

The Biden-Harris Administration has announced $11.4 million in grants aimed at enhancing parent and family engagement in educational settings

The announcement also included more than $75 million in additional grants to support underserved postsecondary students

U.S. Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, appointed 11 esteemed education leaders to the National Assessment Governing Board

These centers are aimed at fortifying student mental health, safety, and academic opportunities, both during and after school hours