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0 Schools Maine schools have received at least $596.4 million in federal aid since the pandemic began. Local Data , Patch Staff Posted Reply MAINE — The federal government has poured some $190 billion into the nation’s schools since March 2020 to help offset the costs of coping with the coronavirus pandemic — more than four times what the U.S. Education Department spends on K-12 schools in a typical year. About $596.4 million of that total went to Maine schools, according to an analysis by the Associated Press. Relying on data published or provided by states and the federal government, the AP also tallied how much money was granted to nearly every school district in the state and country. The AP tracked more than $156 billion out of the $190 billion sent to states to distribute among schools since last year, including general pandemic relief that some states shared with their schools. Some districts will receive sums … [Read more...] about Federal Coronavirus Aid For Schools: See How Much ME Schools Got

0 Schools See the latest announcement from Dallas College. Press Release Desk , News Partner Posted | Updated Reply Press release from Dallas College: January 12,2023 (DALLAS) — The Research Institute at Dallas College is partnering with the University of Texas at Dallas' Texas Schools Project (TSP) to conduct research on students' education-to-workforce pathways and how institutions can best support equitable, high returns on investment in a college education. Dr. David Mahan Capitalizing on the expertise of both groups, the partnership leverages the Research Institute's unique position within Texas' largest community college and extensive data held by the TSP. Founded in 2021, within Dallas College's Student Success Division, the Research Institute gives voice to the postsecondary education needs of the Dallas College community and North Texas. The institute helps evaluate access to education, … [Read more...] about Dallas College: Research Institute At Dallas College Partners With UT Dallas’ Texas Schools Project Research Center

0 Business Take a look through the most recently posted jobs in your area. Job News , Patch Staff Posted Reply WACO, TX — Businesses across the Waco area are searching for new employees, and we've rounded up some of the best local job openings posted within the past week. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time or temporary work, plenty of employers in Waco are hiring. Each week at Patch, we compile a list of recently posted jobs in the Waco region, as powered by ZipRecruiter , to help in your job hunt. Click any job listing below for more information, or to apply. Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by ZipRecruiter . Please report any errors or other feedback to [email protected] . Legal Specialist | Independent Contract Carriers Waco Tribune-Herald , Waco, TX Newspaper Delivery Routes Available Sign-On Bonus The Waco Tribune Herald is accepting applications … [Read more...] about Who’s Hiring In The Waco Area? See New Local Jobs

0 Schools Auditor General Timothy DeFoor has accused a dozen districts of a financial shell game that permits them to unnecessarily raise taxes. Eric Heyl , Patch Staff Posted | Updated Reply PENNSYLVANIA — An audit asserts that a dozen school districts across the state are shifting funds to be able to raise property taxes despite having millions of dollars in reserve. State Auditor General Timothy DeFoor is accusing those districts, which include North Allegheny, of moving funds to meet the state's legal standard for hiking taxes. DeFoor is recommending changes in state law to prevent future unnecessary tax increases. “These districts have found a way to use the law to their advantage so they could always raise property taxes," he said in a statement. "It’s basically a shell game that allowed these 12 school districts to collectively raise taxes 37 times during the four years we reviewed, which increased their … [Read more...] about PA Auditor General Cites North Allegheny For Unnecessay Tax Hikes

0 Schools See the latest announcement from Irving Independent School District. Press Release Desk , News Partner Posted Reply Press release from Irving Independent School District: Irving ISD January 17, 2023 On January 17, the Irving ISD School Board voted unanimously to seek voter approval for a $701,750,000 bond issue. This process has been a community effort over the last six months, enlisting the assistance of a Bond Facility Planning Committee comprised of citizens, city leaders, board members, district employees, teachers and parents. The committee dedicated several months to data collection, evaluations and planning to compile this bond package and make a recommendation to the school board. “We have not called for a bond since 2007, yet have lowered the tax rate since 2015,” says Irving ISD Superintendent of Schools Magda Hernandez. “One of our district goals is to have state-of-the-art facilities. … [Read more...] about Irving ISD: Irving ISD Calls May Bond Election

0 Schools See the latest announcement from Irving Independent School District. Press Release Desk , News Partner Posted Reply Press release from Irving Independent School District: Bernardo Frias January 13, 2023 Growing up, class of 2012 MacArthur High School graduate Jett Beachum watched the local 10 o’clock news every night with his mother. Now, he gets to be the one on TV as he recently started his new job as a Sports Reporter/Producer for CBS 11. “It’s always been a dream of mine to come back home, and truthfully I never expected it to be this soon,” says Beachum. “This industry is tough, and jobs in a top-five market only open every once in a while. It still hasn’t set in. I feel so blessed, and I’m still kind of in a dream state.” Beachum became enamored with the sports world after being actively involved as a kid and from getting a chance to sit back and be a fan, as he watched his older brothers … [Read more...] about Irving ISD: Irving ISD Alum’s Journey Comes Full Circle