Gov. Kay Ivey addresses the future of education in Alabama
Gov. Kay Ivey has addressed education leaders about how to best shape the future of education in Alabama.
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Trump administration gives public schools, universities a deadline to end DEI programs
The Trump administration is giving public schools and universities two weeks to eliminate diversity initiatives or risk losing federal money.
School choice support rally at the State House stirs up opposition
From the West Alabama Newsroom– The controversy over school choice may be heating up. Proponents of school choice rallied at the State House earlier this week — to urge lawmakers to pass a school choice bill. Now people who are opposed to the idea are speaking out. Opponents of school choice say they’re not against choice. They’re against giving public…
Montgomery County School Board approves 2024 Budget
All seven board member voted unanimously to approve the almost $549 million dollar budget.
Montgomery Health and Literacy Fair is educational and fun for families
The Montgomery County Children’s Policy Council hosted this event so that people in the community could learn about health issues that may hinder their child’s ability to learn.
First Full Day of Jubilee Centers on Education & Youth
From West Alabama Newsroom– The annual Bridge Crossing Jubilee is now in full swing in Selma. And the first full day of the event featured a full slate of events. Friday featured nearly a dozen different activities — with most centered around education — and youth. Selma High School hosted the annual Children’s Sojourn. And students at Tipton-Durant Middle School…
Church Taking Steps to Preserve Cemetery & School Site
From the West Alabama Newsroom– A small church in Letohatchee is taking steps to preserve a piece of it’s history — from a bygone era. The Big Zion community is home to Big Zion AME Zion Church and cemetery. Both are located across the street — from the site of the old Big Zion School. Church historians say the school…
Montgomery Man Publishes Book Tracing Family Roots
When Charles Everett IV began writing a letter to his children, it took him down a path that would lead to a published book.
State School Report Card Released, First Since Start of Pandemic
Search here for local schools and school systems to see a report card on their performance.
Troy University, American Village Team Up to Help Children Better Understand U.S. History
Troy University and the American Village Citizenship Trust are teaming up to help Alabama youth increase their knowledge and understanding of U.S. history, the function of government and the role of the citizen in the governmental process.
