ICYMI: The Department of Education announced the #EngageEveryStudent Recognition Program Champions for their efforts to expand access to high-quality afterschool and summer learning programs ed.gov/news/press-rel…

PSLF NEWS: The Department issued a Request for Information (RFI) to help better understand aspects of potentially expanding Public Service Loan Forgiveness for early childhood educators ed.gov/news/press-rel…

JUST IN: Biden-Harris Administration Awards Over $44 Million to Improve Postsecondary Education Access and Completion for Rural Students ed.gov/news/press-rel…

Read my statement on the Missouri and Kansas District Court Rulings on the Biden-Harris Administration’s Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan

The Department of Justice will be appealing both decisions to block key provisions of our SAVE Plan. We will never stop fighting to lower monthly payments and help borrowers get out from under the burden of student debt - no matter how many times Republican elected officials try

We’re committed to fixing a broken student loan system & making college more affordable. U.S. Department of Justice will appeal the KS & MO District Court rulings. We will not stop defending SAVE, the most affordable repayment plan in history from attacks from Republican elected officials.

No child should fear going to school & no parent should worry about their children's safety. Using $50M in Bipartisan Safer Communities Act funding Secretary Xavier Becerra & I support targeted mental & physical health care in schools, to prevent gun violence & take care of our kids.

It’s no secret the pandemic had devastating effects on learning but thanks to crucial federal investments, dedicated educators, & a learner-first approach towards improving outcomes, we're seeing real improvement. Here’s more data to prove it: educationrecoveryscorecard.org

Tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court's ruling on college affirmative action programs. See Secretary Cardona's statement on the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to educational opportunity for all Americans ed.gov/news/press-rel…

From now until Sep. 5, orgs can submit a form to express interest in participating in the first FAFSA Beta Period, launching on Oct. 1, to help ensure the FAFSA form delivers a smooth and secure experience for families, schools, states, and partners. ed.gov/news/press-rel…

ICYMI: Secretary Miguel Cardona announced the 2024 Back to School Bus Tour from Sep. 3 - Sep. 6. Click the link below to see if we'll be in YOUR city and follow the Bus Tour at #EdBusTour24 ed.gov/news/press-rel…

President Biden’s latest plan to lower student loan payments for millions of Americans remains stuck in the courts, as Republicans have filed multiple lawsuits. Secretary Miguel Cardona says that will not deter the Biden administration from pursuing the plan: “We’re fighters.”

The Biden-Harris Administration continues to #RaisetheBar with the announcement of $11M to support bilingual and multilingual educators and increase efforts to revitalize Native American languages. #EdBusTour24 ed.gov/news/press-rel…

ED awarded over $251M to improve access to in-demand, good-paying jobs for individuals with disabilities and grow the 21st century workforce Learn more at: ed.gov/news/press-rel…

Congratulations to our 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools! See a list of all of this year's National Blue Ribbon honorees at ed.gov/about/news/pre…. #NBRS2024

NEWS: The Department announces $46 million in new grants to establish Centers focused on strengthening the educator workforce, fostering early school success, and empowering multilingual learners and supporting fiscal equity. ed.gov/about/news/pre…

⚠ Borrowers in default: The deadline to sign up for Fresh Start benefits has been extended. Borrowers should enroll by 2:59 a.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Apply online, on the phone, or by mail: StudentAid.gov/help-center/an… If you experience issues signing up online or by