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A federal judge has temporarily stopped the Trump administration from withholding child care subsidies and other social safety-net funding from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota and New York, granting a 14-day order to maintain the flow of money while the legal challenge proceeds. U.S. District Judge Arun Subramanian wrote that the states had demonstrated “good cause” for an order “to protect the status quo” while he considers the merits of the case. The states say the sudden freeze, affecting programmes that collectively provide them more than $10bn a year, has already delayed payments and created “operational chaos,” while the Department of Health and Human Services claims it paused funds over concerns benefits were being provided to people in the U.S. illegally, without offering evidence.
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Gov. Gavin Newsom's 2026-27 state budget reveals a surprising $22bn increase in funding for TK-12 and community colleges, driven by robust tax receipts from artificial intelligence companies. This funding surge will elevate state funding per student under Proposition 98 to a record $20,427, which is an improvement from previous years. Total per student funding, including federal contributions, is set to reach $27,418, a 61% increase since 2018-19. Newsom aims to use this final budget to address past debts, secure ongoing expenses, and support landmark educational programs. "The tension in the coming months will be finding agreement with legislators who will want to strike a different balance," he said, highlighting the challenges ahead.
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Parents and educators in Galveston County have expressed optimism about Texas's new testing approach, which will replace the annual State of Texas Academic Assessment of Readiness with three shorter tests starting in the 2027–28 school year. House Bill 8 aims to provide results within 48 hours, addressing concerns over the lengthy wait for STAAR results. Erica Farmer, vice president of the Ball High School PTO, said: "This change could finally give parents and educators meaningful feedback throughout the year." However, some educators, including Zeph Capo of Texas AFT, criticize the bill for merely rebranding high-stakes testing without reducing its burden. Despite concerns, many believe the new model could help track student progress more effectively and reduce classroom disruptions. Nearly half of Texas students are currently behind the grade level, highlighting the need for a more supportive assessment system.
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Florida
Juliet Sanomi, founder and principal of a K-12 private school for students with special needs in Plantation, Florida, is facing a financial crisis due to mismanagement of the state’s school voucher program. “This is a program to change the life of a child who the system says is impossible,” Sanomi said. The school, which serves primarily students with intellectual disabilities, has struggled since the state expanded the voucher program in 2023, leading to delayed payments and financial instability. Sanomi has borrowed $300,000 to keep the school operational, while parents like Tamara Takacs expressed deep concern over the potential closure, stating, “If this school doesn’t exist, I don’t know what I’m gonna do.” A recent audit revealed significant issues with the voucher system, prompting lawmakers to consider reforms to improve accountability and funding management.
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