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In this episode of the Flash podcast, we delve into the recent announcements by Iowa and Oklahoma to seek waivers for block granting essential programs, aiming for greater control over Title I and other critical federal funds. We explore the U.S. Department of Education's push for more funding flexibility and expanded educational choices, while addressing the skepticism and legal concerns raised by advocates. Join us as we discuss the balance between state autonomy and federal oversight in K-12 education, and the implications of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) on this dynamic landscape.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

Last week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Secretary of Education to close the U.S. Department of Education. This unprecedented move has sparked significant controversy and concern across the nation. Dr. Amy Loyd, CEO of All4Ed, issued a strong statement condemning the executive order, describing it as an "unlawful and reckless move" that threatens educational opportunities and undermines the future of millions of students. Join us as we delve into the implications of this executive order and the reactions from educational leaders and communities across the country.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

Hello, and welcome to the All4Ed Flash, where we cut through the noise to bring you the latest in education policy news. As 2024 comes to a close, let's take a moment to reflect on the significant accomplishments of All4Ed over the past year.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

Welcome to the All4Ed Flash, where we are cutting through the noise to bring you the latest in education policy news. In this episode, we're diving into President-elect Trump's pick for the next U.S. Secretary of Education: Linda McMahon. All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

In this new All4Ed Flash episode, we're diving into the future of the U.S Department of Education under the second Trump administration. The discussion among All4Ed's Dr. Amy Loyd (Chief Executive Officer), Phillip Lovell (Associate Executive Director) and Anne Hyslop (Director of Policy Development) includes the controversial Project 2025, the U.S. DOE purpose and function, and what changes could mean for public education. The All4Ed Flash is All4Ed's video-shorts podcast series on important developments in education policy brought to you by the All4Ed policy team.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

In today's special episode, we delve into "Voter Voices on Education" with insights from pollster Celinda Lake, President of Lake Research Partners and All4Ed CEO Dr. Amy Loyd. Enjoy this special episode of the All4Ed Flash⚡️!All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

Welcome to the All4Ed Flash, where we are cutting through the noise to bring you the latest in education policy news. Let's dive in to the latest in education news.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

As we approach the upcoming election, it's crucial to understand the potential effects it may have on our students and their families. Education is a cornerstone of opportunity, and the decisions we make today will shape the future for generations to come. Representation matters. When Latinx voices are included in educational policy-making, it ensures that the unique needs and perspectives of our communities are addressed. This is why today's conversation is so vital. We hope you enjoy this episode of the All4Ed Flash. All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

As schools across the country reckon with the ending of the American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds, many, if not all, are trying to find ways to sustain the services these funds supported. For most schools, that means finding some sustainable method of funding mental and behavioral health services. Fortunately, an expanding and increasingly well-known pathway through school-based Medicaid exists. Outside of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), school-based Medicaid is the single largest source of sustainable funding for health services in schools. Watch/listen to this episode of the All4Ed Flash to learn more.All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

Welcome to the All4Ed Flash, where we are cutting through the noise to bring you the latest in education policy news. In this episode, we are discussing college and career pathways and a new report that All4Ed co-authored with Ed Trust titled ‘A Vision for Equitable Pathways: Enhancing Support and Innovation in College and Career Counseling.' All4Ed Website: https://all4ed.org Twitter: @All4Ed Instagram: @All4Ed Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/all4ed

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Hola y bienvenido a All4Ed Flash, donde le traemos las últimas noticias sobre políticas educativas. Soy Enrique ChaurandLos republicanos de la Cámara de Representantes en el Comité de Asignaciones presentaron un importante proyecto de ley de gasto interno, que recortaría el gasto en educación en un 28% y, en su opinión, “controla la burocracia derrochadora y mejora la supervisión y la rendición de cuentas”.Aquí hay algunos de los detalles. Dentro de este recorte general del 28% al Departamento de Educación se encuentra un recorte del 80% al Título I, la corriente de financiación más grande del gobierno federal desde jardín de infantes hasta 12.º grado que apoya a estudiantes de familias de bajos ingresos. Esto sería catastrófico y recortaría la financiación a niveles vistos por última vez hace casi 40 años. Según el Comité Demócrata, esto supondría una reducción de 220.000 (dos cientos viente mil) maestros en todo el país.Si bien los fondos del Título I penden de un hilo en este proyecto de ley, la legislación propone eliminar varios programas, entre ellos:Desarrollo profesional docente, o Título II, que ahora recibe más de $2 mil millones;Adquisición del idioma inglés, o Título III, que atiende a 5 millones de estudiantes de inglés; yTrabajo y estudio federal, que apoya a 660.000 estudiantes universitarios.Otros programas domésticos fuera del Departamento de Educación también serían eliminados o sufrirían recortes importantes. Por ejemplo, se eliminarían los programas de capacitación laboral para jóvenes financiados a través del Departamento de Trabajo. Head Start se reduciría en $750 millones, recortando el apoyo a 50.000 niños. AmeriCorps, que inscribe a más de 200.000 personas anualmente en servicio, se reduciría a la mitad.En total, el proyecto de ley republicano elimina 61 programas en nombre de “restaurar la responsabilidad fiscal” e incluye varios requisitos y prohibiciones políticas para obstaculizar la agenda del presidente Biden. Esto incluye una prohibición de implementar las Órdenes Ejecutivas del Presidente sobre diversidad, equidad, inclusión y accesibilidad y promover la equidad racial y el apoyo a las comunidades desatendidas.Rosa DeLauro, la principal demócrata en el Comité de Asignaciones respondió: “Estamos siendo testigos de un ataque generalizado a la educación pública que debería horrorizarnos a todos”.Si bien el proyecto de ley aún tiene que ser examinado pronto por el pleno de la Cámara de Representantes, el Senado aún no ha publicado su propia propuesta. Con esa cámara controlada por los demócratas, es probable que su proyecto de ley sea bastante diferente. En última instancia, los líderes del Congreso tendrán que llegar a un acuerdo con la Casa Blanca para mantener abierto y operativo el gobierno federal, un proceso que probablemente consumirá el resto del año.Gracias por escuchar All4Ed Flash. Para escuchar nuestros episodios anteriores, haga clic en el enlace a continuación y síganos en su servicio de podcast y redes sociales favoritos. Puede encontrar todas nuestras redes sociales en linktree haciendo clic aquí. 

All4Ed Flash en Español! ⚡️ Escucha mientras discutimos las decisiones de SCOTUS que ocurrieron el 29 y el 30 de junio. En el episodio de hoy, cubrimos dos de los casos que abordaron los desafíos al plan de alivio de la deuda de préstamos estudiantiles del presidente Biden.

House Republicans on the Appropriations Committee advanced a major domestic spending bill, which would cut education spending by 28% and, in their view, “Reins in wasteful bureaucracy and enhances oversight and accountability.”Let's dive into some of the details. Within this 28% overall cut to the Department of Education is an 80% cut to Title I – the federal government's largest K-12 funding stream supporting students from low-income families. This would be catastrophic and slash funding to levels last seen nearly 40 years ago. According to Committee Democrats, it would lead to a nationwide reduction of 220,000 teachers.While Title I funding hangs on by a thread in this bill, the legislation proposes to eliminate several programs, including: ·         Teacher professional development, or Title II, which now receives over $2 billion;·         English language acquisition, or Title III, which serves 5 million English learners; and·         Federal work study, which supports 660,000 college students.  Other domestic programs outside the Department of Education would also be eliminated or see major cuts. For example, job training programs for youth funded through the Department of Labor would be eliminated. Head Start would be reduced by $750 million, cutting support for 50,000 children. AmeriCorps, which enrolls more than 200,000 people annually in service, would be cut in half. All told, the House Republican bill eliminates 61 programs in the name of “restoring  fiscal responsibility” and includes several policy requirements and prohibitions to stymie President Biden's agenda. This includes a prohibition against implementing the President's Executive Orders regarding diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility and advancing racial equity and support for under-served communities. Rosa DeLauro, the leading Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, said in response: “We are witnessing a widespread attack on public education that should horrify all of us.”While the bill still has to be The bill will soon be considered by the full House of Representatives, but the Senate has yet to release its own proposal. With that chamber controlled by Democrats, their bill is likely to look pretty different. Ultimately, Congressional leaders will need to come to an agreement with the White House to keep the federal government open and operating, a process that is likely to consume the remainder of the year.

Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed $200 million to strengthen cybersecurity and protect school networks. Funding would be available over three years through a pilot program within the Universal Service Fund, but separate from the E-rate program, which currently funds internet connections within schools and libraries. This new investment would help school districts address the growing numbers of cyberattacks, which have caused learning loss, expenses, and headaches for district leaders. It's also a direct response to pleas from over a thousand school districts and formal requests from a coalition, including All4Ed, asking the FCC to help “schools and libraries struggling on the wrong side of the cybersecurity poverty line.”This proposal is one part of the Chairwoman's Learn Without Limits initiative, announced last month. In addition to strengthening cybersecurity, Rosenworcel is proposing to expand internet access by funding Wi-Fi on school buses and Wi-Fi hotspots that students could check out just like a book from the school library. These policies are needed now, because federal funding for home internet access will dry up by the end of this year unless Congress replenishes the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF). While they wouldn't replace the supporty 17 million students currently receive through ECF, these proposals are a step in the right direction.But will they actually be implemented? That depends on the U.S. Senate. In order for Chairwoman Rosenworcel's proposals to take effect, she needs support from a majority of FCC commissioners. The FCC is supposed to have five commissioners, but today, it only has four because President Biden's initial nominee for the fifth position – Gigi Sohn – withdrew due to opposition from Senate Republicans and Senator Joe Manchin, who said he wouldn't vote for her.The Senate Commerce Committee approved Biden's new nominee, Anna Gomez, along with the reappointment of two sitting Commissioners – Geoffrey Starks, a Democrat, and Brendan Carr, a Republican.If the full Senate approves all three nominations, the FCC will have its full slate of commissioners, including a 3-2 majority for Democrats. That would give Rosenworcel the votes she needs to push through her Learn Without Limits agenda. We'll keep you posted once these nominations hit the Senate floor in the coming weeks.Thank you for reading our follow up blog. We will be back with a new All4Ed Flash next week. To listen to our latest All4Ed Flash, click the link below and be sure to follow us on your favorite podcast service and social media. You can find all of our socials on linktree by clicking here.

On Friday, June 30th, the Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ended their session with their last cases. Two of the cases addressed challenges to President Biden's student loan debt relief plan.  The first case involved two individuals that sued because their loans did not qualify for loan forgiveness. The high court dismissed this case because it “lacked standing.” In the second case, SCOTUS ruled that at least one state, Missouri, had standing to bring a lawsuit since they stood to lose money under the debt relief program. Reaching the question of whether  President Biden had the authority to use the HEROES Act to erase about $400 billion in student debt, the court ultimately held that this was an illegal use of executive power and overturned the program. The decision immediately ends the debt relief that the Department of Education (ED) approved for 16 million borrowers and the pending applications of millions of others. Justice Elena Kagan led the dissent, with Justices Sotomayor and Jackson joining, and said that the Court “declines to respect Congress's decision to give broad emergency powers to the secretary of education. It does not let the political system, with its mechanisms of accountability, operate as normal. It makes itself the decision maker on, of all things, federal student-loan policy. And then, perchance it wonders why it has only compounded the ‘sharp debates' in the country?”Still, the Court's decision only affects Biden's recently announced debt relief plan  and does not change other important relief programs like Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – a critical program for educators and public servants.  In response, President Biden announced a “new way forward” on student loan relief and a plan to approach a solution through the Higher Education Act. Acknowledging the hardship that this decision will cause for many American families, the Biden-Harris Administration is creating a temporary “on ramp” to loan repayment so that those that cannot pay their monthly bills will not face the threat of default and potential harm to their credit. The Department of Education has also finalized a new income-driven repayment plan that will reduce monthly payments for undergraduate loans, and for low-income borrowers their new payment will be $0. Borrowers can learn more and check if they qualify at studentaid.gov where they will also find the application later this summer.  Despite this decision, Congress still has the authority to act on student debt relief and college affordability more broadly. Though the Administration has started temporary programs, Congress must come together to support borrowers as the nation continues to recover and create long-term solutions to address college affordability. Thank you for reading our follow up blog. We will be back with a new All4Ed Flash next week. To listen to our latest All4Ed Flash, click the link below and be sure to follow us on your favorite podcast service and social media. You can find all of our socials on linktree by clicking here.

On Thursday, June 29th, the Supreme Court issued an opinion ruling that the race conscious affirmative action policies used by Harvard and the University of North Carolina were unconstitutional.  While these cases were focused on these two university's specific policies, the ruling will have far reaching consequences for every college and university across the country that uses race as a factor in holistic application processes. In a 6:3 ruling by the conservative majority, Chief Justice John Roberts claims that their ruling does not overturn prior cases authorizing race-based affirmative action and that how an applicant's race has affected their life can still be part of how their college application is considered.  However, the dissenting opinions and initial analyses claim that this opinion overturns over 40 years of precedent and will make it nearly impossible for colleges and universities to use admissions policies as valuable tools to increase diversity and ensure equitable consideration of student candidates.  In a rare move, the justices read their dissenting and concurring opinions from the bench. In her dissent, Justice Sonia Sotomayor said “The result of today's decision is that a person's skin color may play a role in assessing individualized suspicion, but it cannot play a role in assessing that person's individualized contributions to a diverse learning environment. That indefensible reading of the Constitution is not grounded in law and subverts the Fourteenth Amendment's guarantee of equal protection.” Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said it best in his message to aspiring students, “we see you and we need you. Do not let this ruling deter you from pursuing your educational potential. Our colleges and our country itself cannot thrive and compete in the 21st century without your talent, ingenuity, perseverance, and ambition.”While Thursday's decision will be studied in more detail in the coming days and weeks, what is certain is that higher education leaders must continue their commitment to creating campus communities that reflect the diversity of this nation. Whether they are Black, Latinx, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Indigenous, or White, every young person still deserves a fair shot at higher education. This decision should not deter young people from applying to colleges and universities or from fully expressing themselves in their college applications and sharing their talents, experiences, how they would contribute to the university community, and how race affects their lives.  We will have a second post this upcoming Wednesday. To listen to our latest All4Ed Flash, click the link below and be sure to follow us on your favorite podcast service and social media. You can find all of our socials on linktree by clicking here.

For many weeks, the nation anxiously awaited as we neared the debt ceiling limit. After weeks of tense negotiations, President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy came to an agreement on May 28th to prevent the nation from defaulting on its debt payments, which passed with begrudging bipartisan support. Rather than raising the debt limit, the agreement suspends it until January 2025—past the 2024 presidential election. But Republicans wouldn't support that move without also setting limits for fiscal year 2024 and 2025 discretionary spending. As a result, spending on non-defense programs, like education, will essentially be flat funded from this year to next and limited to one percent growth the following year.  The deal came with other tough losses for Democrats, including a “clawback” of $28 billion in unobligated COVID-relief funds. However, the US Department of Education has assured states and school districts that this will not affect any education relief funding, including:  The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund - ESSERThe Governor's Emergency Education Relief Fund - GEER Homeless Children and Youth - HCYSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, know as (SNAP).Finally, the agreement officially ends the student loan repayment pause and codifies the Biden Administration's prior decision to lift the freeze on loan payments and interest, while also preventing any further extensions of the pause.  Last November, the Administration announced that student loan payments, which were initially put on hold at the onset of the COVID pandemic, would resume either 60 days after a Supreme Court ruling on its student loan forgiveness plan or 60 days after June 30, 2023 – whichever comes first. This means that interest on student loans will begin accruing on September 1, and payments will be due starting in October 2023. You can find all of our socials on linktree by clicking here.

The House of Representatives moves forward with its appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2023, including huge boosts for critical programs like Title I, Title III, and Pell Grants and funding for a new Career-Connected High Schools initiative to better align high school, college, and careers and increase access to proven programs like dual enrollment and work-based learning. Plus, in a rare bipartisan move, Congressional leaders come together to protect our schools and communities from gun violence and invest in school safety and student mental health programs. Meanwhile, the Department of Education releases final requirements for Maintenance of Equity under the American Rescue Plan, proposes new Title IX regulations to protect LGBTQI+ students and pregnant students, and issues new school discipline guidance focused on creating safe, inclusive environments in school—particularly for students with disabilities.

President Biden secures a commitment from 20 internet service providers to expand access to high-speed internet across the country, and FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel seeks to close the Homework Gap by allowing E-Rate to be used to outfit school buses with Wi-Fi. Plus, the administration's proposed budget for fiscal year 2023 substantially boosts Title I and other critical education programs and priorities to support underserved students, with a 15% increase for the Education Department. While the White House continues to debate the merits—and details—of a broader student loan debt cancellation plan, the extension of the moratorium on loan repayments continues with an extra dash of good news. Roughly 8 million of the most-distressed borrowers will be lifted out of default when payments resume. Current borrowers, however, will face higher interest rates on new student loans next school year. And finally, another noteworthy extension: the Department of Education will give districts up to 18 extra months to spend down American Rescue Plan relief funds that are used for school infrastructure projects.

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President Biden's first State of the Union address makes many links to issues facing American families, and their children, including early childhood education, student mental health and support for higher education. Meanwhile, communities across the country work to keep schools open and safe despite tensions on the best ways to educate the next generation. Finally, we celebrate the historic nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court.

Congress leaves Build Back Better on the backburner as they prepare for a Supreme Court nomination, but looming deadlines may force them to move on FY2022 appropriations or face a government shutdown. House Democrats also unveiled the America Competes Bill, which includes provisions to expand STEM pathways, the Supreme Court takes up an affirmative action case that could reshape race-conscious admissions policies, and the U.S. Department of Education considers public comments on its efforts to advance educational equity through key data collections and accountability measures. Meanwhile, Secretary Cardona shared his vision for education in a major speech, outlining the Biden administration's priorities moving forward.

Congress ends the year on a low note, as Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) strikes a major blow to the Build Back Better Act. Is this the end of the line for the social spending and climate change bill, including its investments to close the digital divide and expand access to child care and preschool? Plus, the Biden administration reconsiders its plans to end the moratorium on student loan repayments in early 2022 and issues new guidance to support states as they resume—and hopefully, improve—their accountability and school improvement efforts next fall. Finally, families and educators are more dedicated than ever to supporting student learning, and a new round of federal grants to support parent and family engagement could help.

Congress finds solutions to keep the government open and raise the debt ceiling, making room for further debate on the Build Back Better Act and delaying any increase in federal education funding until mid-February, at the earliest. Plus, Jessica Rosenworcel is confirmed as the first woman to lead the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and pressure mounts on the Biden administration to further delay the restart of student loan payments, which have been on pause since the start of the pandemic. Finally, the nation grapples with yet another horrific school shooting and how to keep students safe.

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