April 4, 2025 (Washington D.C.) – This week, the Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) remembers one of our Washington, D.C. EPFP Alumni, Maurice R. Sykes, who passed away earlier this week. Maurice dedicated much of his life to early childhood education, not just in our Nation’s Capital but across the country. As noted in his […]
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April 2, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) — The Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) is honored to share that Dr. Jane Quinn, an esteemed social and youth worker with over five decades of experience, has joined IEL as a Senior Fellow to support our work with Full-Service Community Schools grantees. Jane will work with IEL’s regional director,
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What’s Happening in Washington *Please note: This update may not include all the changes currently happening in the federal government. Here’s what’s been happening in federal education policy for the month of March, and what lies ahead. The U.S. Department of Education: On March 20, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order (EO), Improving Education Outcomes
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The latest news, views, & tools in federal education policy What’s Happening in Washington 🏛 *Please note: This update may not include all the changes currently happening in the federal government. Here’s what’s been happening in federal education policy in February, and what lies ahead. The U.S. Department of Education: The Senate confirmation hearing of
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What’s Happening in Washington The latest news, views, & tools in federal education policy *Please note: This update may not include all the changes currently happening in the federal government. The 119th Congress: Congress is officially in session. In the U.S. Senate, the new Health, Education, Labor & Pensions (H.E.L.P.) Committee Chair is Senator Bill
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As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on a remarkable year of progress, resilience, and impact at the Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL). Together, we’ve continued to champion better education systems and uplift youth, families, and communities across the nation. Your support has been integral to advancing our mission, and I am excited to
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What’s Happening in Washington A summary of recent federal policy actions and a look ahead to the coming weeks Here’s what’s been happening in federal education policy over November and December, and what’s in store as we wrap up the year. Closing Out the 118th Congress & Government Funding: The current government funding ends later this
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What’s Happening in Washington A summary of recent federal policy actions and a look ahead to the coming weeks Here’s what’s been happening in federal education policy over November and what’s in store for the month of December. The 2024 Presidential and Congressional Election Results: The next President of the United States will be former President
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What’s Happening in Washington A summary of recent federal policy actions and a look ahead to the coming weeks It’s back to school for students and teachers and back to work for members of Congress after taking their August Recess. Here’s what’s been happening in federal education policy over the summer and what’s in store
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June 28, 2024 (Washington D.C.) This week, the Institute for Educational Leadership joined many groups connected to Capitol Hill in sharing our sadness at the passing of one of our longtime partners Judy Schneider. Judy served many years as a congressional consultant to members of Congress, committees and staff, and to federal government fellowships and
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