David Carter is an education policy reporter focused on K-12 school districts, charter school governance, and state education legislation. He provides in-depth coverage of school board decisions and their impact on local communities.
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Ohio lawmakers have introduced House Bill 545, new legislation aiming to prioritize public school students for bus services, addressing transport issues.
Austin ISD has revised its controversial school closure plan after community feedback, but the proposal to shut 13 campuses remains ahead of a Nov. 20 vote.
Michigan State University's trustees voted to remove "diversity" from a top official's title, renaming the role to Chief Inclusion Officer amid federal pressure.
Texas is taking over the Fort Worth school district based on results from the STAAR test, a standardized exam that state lawmakers have already voted to abolish.
McNeese President Wade Rousse is a top three finalist for the LSU presidency, but his candidacy faces opposition from students concerned about his close ties to Gov. Jeff Landry.
Iowa State University has narrowed its presidential search to three finalists who will visit the Ames campus for public forums next week before a final decision is made on November 11.
Elon University will announce a major new educational initiative on November 6, 2025, aimed at expanding opportunities for children and educators across North Carolina.
A proposal to consolidate Vermont's 119 school districts into 13 is facing widespread public opposition, with parents calling the plan rushed and dangerous.
New College of Florida has announced its desire to be the first university to sign the Trump administration's proposed higher education compact.
The University of Wyoming has gained national recognition, placing highly in new 2025 research rankings from U.S. News and Research.com.
Zohran Mamdani, a socialist member of the New York State Assembly, is gaining prominence for his progressive platform, shaped by his unique journey from a private school to a public advocate.
Somerset County Superintendent Ava Tasker-Mitchell and the school board have mutually agreed to part ways after months of public conflict and state intervention.
Over 200 Evanston parents and residents rallied to protest a plan that could close up to four schools, urging the District 65 board to slow down.
Capstone Classical Academy officially dedicated its 92,000-square-foot campus in Fargo, marking a new chapter after two years in temporary locations.
Yale and Princeton universities report 11% endowment gains for the fiscal year, but face a significant new federal tax that could cost each hundreds of millions.
A sixth-grade teacher in Ohio is on leave after being accused of using a yardstick to tap two students. Police found no crime, but the school's investigation continues.
Logan County school officials are urging state lawmakers to address a two-decade decline in education funding that has shifted the financial burden onto local property taxpayers.
A new K-5 school in Pueblo, described as Colorado's first public Christian school, is seeking taxpayer funds, sparking a constitutional debate.
The Manitowoc Public School District board has approved a plan to consolidate schools, including closing two elementary buildings, due to declining enrollment.
The Community College of Philadelphia has named Dr. Alycia Marshall, its current Provost, as the institution's next president, signaling a focus on student success.
