Thirteen states, including the District of Columbia, require school-based testing of lead in drinking water. None requires testing of lead-based paint in all schools.
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Reimagining the Roles of Teachers and Leaders
Amid national discussions of ways to recruit and keep teachers and leaders in a demanding profession, experts highlight the many ways states are restructuring staffing and instruction to make teaching more manageable and rewarding.
Call for Annual Conference Session Proposals
NASBE’s 2026 Annual Conference is heading to Baltimore, Maryland, and our call for session proposals is open until May 26! Showcase your state's standout work in education policy!
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Leaders Back Statewide Plans to Improve Math Learning
Leading states have been launching or expanding plans to bolster students’ math learning.Upcoming Events
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From the States
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States Start Up Registered Principal Apprenticeships
A handful of states have been launching federally registered apprenticeships to better prepare new principals, remove barriers to entering the profession, and combat turnover.
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Advancing High Schoolers’ Financial Literacy
Forty-one states now require personal finance education for graduation. This analysis examines state financial literacy approaches and key drivers for success.