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Funding inequities threaten equal access to dual enrollment for Louisiana high schoolers, but a bold $20 million request aims to change that!

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Task force says funding inequities persist; Board staff submitted $20M request to expand no‑cost access
Members flagged inconsistent payment practices across districts and institutions; Chair said the task force submitted a $20,000,000 budget request aligned to MFP/SCA funds to make at least one course free for every high‑school junior and senior.
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November 6, 2026 at 5:26 AM
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Superintendent Wakefield reflects on his first year and unveils a bold vision for Nevada's educational future with four guiding principles: clear, connected, capable, and credible.

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NDE outlines STIP feedback and four 'C' priorities as Wakefield reflects on first year
Superintendent Wakefield presented a year‑one reflection and six feedback trends on the statewide plan for the improvement of pupils (STIP), emphasizing four guiding words — "clear, connected, capable, and credible" — and said the department plans a December finalization and alignment with the incoming administration's priorities.
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November 5, 2026 at 9:50 PM
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Faculty representatives are pushing for greater control over course rules and robust protections as they navigate the complex landscape of AI in education.

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Faculty representatives urge flexibility, training and data protections in UMS AI approach
Faculty speakers recommended that course-level decisions remain with instructors, while the system provide equitable access, training, FERPA-compliant data protections and enforceable processes for AI-related academic integrity issues.
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October 31, 2026 at 4:27 AM
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Botetourt County parents fought for their children with disabilities, leading to a crucial vote that reinstates priority registration in Roanoke's therapeutic recreation programs.

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Parents press board; supervisors approve rejoining Roanoke County recreational consortium for priority registration
After parents described repeated failures to register for therapeutic recreation programs, the board voted to reconsider and approve a $15,000 Memorandum of Understanding to restore a one‑week early registration benefit for Botetourt residents with disabilities. Supporters said the money was already budgeted and would not alter program fees.
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October 29, 2026 at 4:59 AM
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Transit isn't just about getting from A to B; it's a generational investment in equitable access to education, jobs, and healthcare for everyone in Mecklenburg County.

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Retreat participants call transit a generational investment for access to jobs and services
Speakers at the Mecklenburg County retreat called recent and planned transit projects "generational transit investments," linking them to greater access to education, employment and health care.
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October 28, 2026 at 4:09 PM
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Dane County boasts a wealth of diversion options, yet many programs remain underutilized due to coordination challenges and lack of awareness among key stakeholders.

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Pathways consultant: Dane County well resourced on diversion but programs underutilized and siloed
Jessica Ireland reported national best practices and site-visit observations: Dane County has a wide range of diversion options but inconsistent screening, overlapping eligibility, and limited coordination lead to underutilization; she recommended mapping programs and convening stakeholders to build a diversion continuum.
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October 27, 2026 at 12:12 AM
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Waterford’s latest district dashboard reveals impressive academic gains, skyrocketing AP participation, and a significant drop in bullying incidents—are we witnessing a model for educational excellence?

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Superintendent highlights stable performance, higher AP participation and near-full staffing in district dashboard
Superintendent presented district dashboard metrics showing sustained academic gains in grades 3–8, increased access to advanced coursework (52% of juniors/seniors accessing AP/EC coursework, 91% of AP exams scored 3+), and high certified-staff fill rates; low reported bullying incidents were also noted.
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October 26, 2026 at 10:04 PM
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The Park Board is reimagining our outdoor spaces with exciting new goals, but they need YOUR input to make it happen!

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Park board works through draft outdoor recreation plan goals, seeks public input
Board members reviewed and refined multiple goals in the draft five‑year outdoor recreation plan — from equitable access and habitat protection to Ferry's Landing revitalization and Lake Malalu Basin planning — and agreed to prioritize public input and clarify approaches ahead of finalization.
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October 26, 2026 at 9:38 AM
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The district is on a bold mission to elevate 8th-grade math proficiency from 50% to an ambitious 66% by revamping instructional strategies and enhancing coaching support!

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District sets ambitious 8th‑grade math target, emphasizes coaching and grade‑level rigor
The board heard a plan to move eighth‑grade math proficiency from about 50% toward a 66% target through upgraded materials, district‑wide coaching, and classroom look‑fors. Staff said progress requires sustained alignment and increased access to acceleration pathways.
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October 23, 2026 at 10:35 PM
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We are pleased to welcome Madhav Joshi to the Access to Medicine Foundation’s Supervisory Board. Learn about what Madhav will bring to the Foundation➡️

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October 20, 2026 at 9:12 AM
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Parents are demanding accountability after their children faced exclusion and delays in vital educational services, sparking a call for stronger oversight on IEP and 504 implementations.

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Parents tell board their children lost services; call for stronger IEP/504 oversight
Two public commenters detailed repeated failures to implement IEPs and alleged exclusion of a student with hearing loss from color guard activities, urging the board to review policy 50-10 and adopt measurable IEP tracking and training for personnel hired by parent organizations.
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October 14, 2026 at 8:52 PM
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Tomorrow, the Access to Medicine Foundation is co-hosting a roundtable focused on patient reach alongside #PRIinPerson 2026 in Amsterdam.

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Foundation to co-host Health Equity Event focused on patient reach alongside PRI in Person 2026 | Access to Medicine
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October 13, 2026 at 8:55 AM
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Districts are collaborating to cut costs and ensure all students can visit UNH, but is this approach fair across the board?

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Districts share bus costs for UNH visits, SAU 20 superintendent says
Board members asked who pays to bring students to UNH; SAU 20 officials said districts share transportation costs, sometimes use vans or student drivers, and leverage grants or local budgeting to lower barriers to attendance.
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October 11, 2026 at 10:59 PM
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Transit leaders are sounding the alarm on an "existential crisis" as funding structures leave Clackamas County underserved, threatening vital services for its residents.

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Transit leaders tell C4 funding structure is creating 'existential' service challenges
Transit officials and providers warned C4 that structural funding limits and distribution rules (e.g., STIF allocations) are creating operating pressures and 'transit deserts' in parts of Clackamas County, calling for more equitable regional coordination and reconsideration of how funds are distributed.
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October 11, 2026 at 2:42 AM
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The Washington State Health Care Authority is shaping the future of health care access and quality—are you ready to make your voice heard?

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Health Care Authority seeks stakeholder input on 2–5 year purchasing strategy
The Washington State Health Care Authority outlined four focus areas for a 2–5 year purchasing strategy — customer experience, quality and compliance, provider experience, and cost/affordability — and asked stakeholders to comment via a survey open through the end of the month.
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October 10, 2026 at 9:46 AM
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HCAI's recent webinar unveiled crucial details about the Song Brown RN grant application, ensuring that aspiring nurses are fully equipped for the 2026 cycle!

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HCAI webinar walks applicants through Song Brown RN grant, deadlines and resources
The Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) hosted a webinar explaining the Song Brown RN grant application, new documentation and data requirements for the 2026 cycle, funding caps, portal registration steps, and a live Q&A for applicants.
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October 9, 2026 at 4:39 AM
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MCPS is breaking down barriers with centralized transportation and college-credit opportunities, ensuring every student can thrive in regional center programs!

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MCPS says regional centers will include centralized transportation and college-credit options
District communications said each region will have centralized hub transportation so distance won't block access to center programs, and noted MC2 with Montgomery College will let students pursue college credit while completing high school.
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October 3, 2026 at 7:12 AM
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Boulder County is making strides in mental health funding, with $2 million allocated for treatment services and competitive grants opening for cities—could your community be next in line?

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Boulder County outlines first mental and behavioral health tax awards and opens competitive grants to cities
County staff reviewed first-round allocations from the mental and behavioral health tax (equitable access $2,000,000; peer services $1,000,000; prevention/training ~$1,100,000), explained that governments and nonprofits can apply to competitive pools and noted the first round closed Aug. 27 with additional windows planned for mid-2027.
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October 2, 2026 at 1:10 PM
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The Department of Commerce is revolutionizing its contracting process with a new compliance division aimed at simplifying access and reducing financial risks for under-resourced partners.

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Commerce outlines contracting overhaul, shared standards and applicant supports
Department of Commerce leaders told the committee they are centralizing contracting into a contracts and compliance division, piloting shared standards and FundHub calendars, and offering external training to reduce recapture risk and improve access for under‑resourced partners.
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October 1, 2026 at 10:10 PM
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Onondaga County is set to transform its landscape with the ambitious "Naturally Connected" greenways and blueways plan, integrating parks, waterways, and trails for a sustainable future.

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Onondaga County unveils 'Naturally Connected' countywide greenways and blueways plan
County planners presented 'Naturally Connected,' a countywide greenways and blueways master plan in development, including a municipal toolkit, 10 project profiles and public engagement through December; staff named Colliers Design as lead consultant.
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September 27, 2026 at 4:57 AM
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Community lenders urge the continuation of tax preferences that have empowered rural and Native entrepreneurs to secure over $537,000 in loans and vital technical assistance.

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CDFI and rural lenders urge continuation of equitable access to credit tax preference
Speakers from community development lenders told the commission the equitable-access tax preference funds small loans, technical assistance and local capacity building; Chehalis Tribal Loan Fund reported 19 loans and more than $537,000 deployed during the most recent grant period.
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September 19, 2026 at 6:38 PM
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PGCPS is revolutionizing early literacy with a focus on tier-1 instruction and engaging families through innovative community partnerships!

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PGCPS presenters urge districtwide focus on tier‑1 instruction and family engagement events
PGCPS presenters described a focus on tier‑1 instruction, school-level quarterly literacy events and a Parent University model to align teacher practice, family support and community partnerships toward improving early-grade reading.
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September 17, 2026 at 5:57 PM
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The Bayfront Market House project just received final approval, paving the way for a new pedestrian bridge and local job opportunities in Erie!

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Bayfront Market House wins final approval; convention center will fund elevator for pedestrian bridge
The Erie County Convention Center Authority received final land-development approval for the Bayfront Market House; the authority committed to funding an elevator that will link the Market House to a PennDOT-led pedestrian bridge, and set local labor and minority-inclusion goals for construction.
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September 17, 2026 at 1:06 PM
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HCAI just unveiled crucial updates for the Song Brown RN grant cycle, including new eligibility rules and application deadlines that could shape the future of healthcare in underserved areas.

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HCAI outlines Song Brown RN grant cycle, key deadlines and eligibility changes
The Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) held a webinar explaining the Song Brown Registered Nurse grant application schedule, scoring changes, new signatory rules and required application materials; early submission review is Oct. 8 and applications close Oct. 22.
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September 16, 2026 at 5:54 PM