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Press Release

NASBE Statement on Federal Communications Commission Net Neutrality Regulations

For Immediate Release: December 4, 2017 Contact: Renee Rybak Lang, 703-244-9954, renee.lang@nasbe.org NASBE Statement on Federal Communications Commission Net Neutrality Regulations Alexandria, VA – Kris Amundson, president and CEO of the National Association of State Boards of Education, today expressed opposition to plans for eliminating the Federal Communications Commission’s Net Neutrality protections. Amundson said, “Our members […]


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NASBE Membership Elects New Leaders to Its Board of Directors

For Immediate Release: November 15, 2017 Contact: Renée Rybak Lang, renee.lang@nasbe.org, 703-740-4841 NASBE Membership Elects New Leaders to Its Board of Directors John Kelly of Mississippi Serves as Chair of NASBE’s Board of Directors; Rachel Wise of Nebraska Chosen as Chair-elect. Alexandria, Va. — The National Association of State Boards of Education is pleased to […]


The Standard

Building on State ESSA Plans

After submitting their plans for implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) in 2017, states face challenges in ensuring the implementation of their plans keep faith with the spirit of ESSA.


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Washington and District of Columbia State Boards of Education Awarded Deeper Learning Stipends

For Immediate Release: September 15, 2017 Contact: Renee Rybak Lang, renee.lang@nasbe.org, 703-740-4841 Washington and District of Columbia State Boards of Education Awarded Deeper Learning Stipends Alexandria, Va. – The National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE) has awarded stipends to two state boards of education—the District of Columbia and Washington—to support these states in […]


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Iowa State Education Chief Ryan Wise Honored as NASBE Policy Leader of the Year

For Immediate Release: September 7, 2017 Contact: Renée Rybak Lang, 703.740.4841, renee.lang@nasbe.org Iowa State Education Chief Ryan Wise Honored as NASBE Policy Leader of the Year Alexandria, Va. – The National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE) is pleased to honor Dr. Ryan Wise, director of the Iowa Department of Education, as its 2017 […]


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Donna Peduto Honored for Unwavering Commitment to Education in West Virginia

For Immediate Release: August 23, 2017 Contact: Renee Rybak Lang, renee.lang@nasbe.org, 703-740-4841 Donna Peduto Honored for Unwavering Commitment to Education in West Virginia Alexandria, Va. – Donna Peduto of West Virginia will receive the National Association of State Boards of Education’s David Kysilko Award for her commitment to improving education in West Virginia, her service […]