%%excerpt%% New York students will no longer be required to pass Regents exams to earn a diploma beginning in the 2027-28 school year, according to a proposed timeline unveiled by state officials, who are sketching out a new “portrait of a graduate” that reflects seven areas over which students must show proficiency.

School leaders and lawmakers must advocate for high-quality early childhood education and adequate funding to support youth literacy.

Here are some lessons from ESSER that can help states, districts and schools get the most out of their existing dollars and build partnerships that can expand their funds going forward.

A bill to create a web portal for all certified teachers and substitutes seeking jobs passed the state Senate last week. The measure is designed to help address the teacher shortage.