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The U.S. Department of Education’s Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) has opened an investigation into Burlington Public Schools in Massachusetts.
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Education Department finds George Mason University violated Title VI in hiring practices

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has determined that George Mason University (GMU) violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 by using race and other immutable characteristics in university practices,...
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U.S. Department of Education investigates Haverford College over alleged anti-Semitic harassment

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has launched a directed investigation into Haverford College following allegations that the institution failed to comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
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U.S. Department of Education issues new guidance on equitable services for private schools

The U.S. Department of Education has released new guidance to state and local education agencies on how to provide equitable services for private school students more efficiently under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).
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Secretary McMahon visits Oxford schools and university on education tour

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Oxford, Mississippi as part of her Returning Education to the States Tour.
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U.S. Department of Education restricts federal work study funds from supporting campus political activities

The U.S. Department of Education has withdrawn guidance from the previous administration that permitted Federal Work Study (FWS) funds to be used for student participation in certain political activities.
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Secretary McMahon visits Oklahoma schools and supports new state law on DEI mandates

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Oklahoma City and Tulsa as part of her Returning Education to the States Tour.
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U.S. Education Department places five Northern Virginia school districts on high-risk status

The U.S. Department of Education has placed five Northern Virginia school districts—Alexandria City Public Schools, Arlington Public Schools, Fairfax County Public Schools, Loudoun County Public Schools, and Prince William County Public Schools—on...
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U.S. Department of Education proposes new PSLF rules targeting employers with illegal activities

The U.S. Department of Education has released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at changing eligibility requirements for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
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Secretary McMahon begins education tour highlighting Louisiana’s literacy improvements

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon began her Returning Education to the States Tour in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Secretary McMahon visits Arkansas schools highlighting literacy and workforce preparation

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Little Rock, Arkansas as part of her Returning Education to the States Tour.
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Secretary McMahon visits Knoxville schools as part of education tour

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Knoxville, Tennessee as part of her Returning Education to the States Tour.
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U.S. Secretary Linda McMahon joins Florida officials for historic early FAFSA beta test

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon attended a beta testing event for the 2026-27 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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Education Department investigates four Kansas school districts for possible civil rights violations

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) have started investigations into four Kansas school districts: Topeka Public Schools, Shawnee Public Schools, Olathe Public Schools, and...
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Secretary McMahon launches national tour focused on returning education authority to states

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon has announced the launch of the “Returning Education to the States” Tour, a nationwide initiative aimed at gathering input from students, teachers, and school leaders on effective education models.
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U.S. Department of Education investigates alleged anti-Semitic harassment in Baltimore schools

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has begun an investigation into Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) following allegations of anti-Semitic harassment and discrimination against Jewish students.
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Education Department orders expanded university admissions reporting on race following Supreme Court ruling

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon has directed the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) to begin collecting new data from colleges and universities regarding race discrimination in admissions.
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Nicholas Kent confirmed as Under Secretary of Education; pledges reforms in higher education

Nicholas Kent has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the 15th Under Secretary of Education.
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Wagner College agrees to change athletic policies after federal Title IX investigation

Wagner College has agreed to a Resolution Agreement with the U.S. Department of Education to address concerns about its compliance with Title IX, following an investigation into the college’s athletic policies.
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Nicholas Kent sworn in as under secretary of education

Nicholas Kent was sworn in as the 15th Under Secretary of Education following confirmation by the United States Senate.
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