Many student loan borrowers have an opportunity to receive full student loan cancellation or more credit towards cancellation. The U.S. Department of Education will conduct a one-time adjustment this summer , but you may need to take steps to qualify. The deadline to act is April 30, 2024. Here’s what you need to know; this information is also available as a printable flyer. Some borrowers need to consolidate their loans To get the most credit toward loan cancelation, borrowers with the types…

Do you have professional expertise in English learner programs or services, specifically bilingual or multilingual education or Grow Your Own GYO teacher education programs? Apply to be a peer reviewer for the FY 2024 National Professional Development (NPD) grant competition today. We are especially seeking potential reviewers with evaluation expertise. We appreciate those who have already submitted résumés; more information will be coming soon. If you are interested, please reach out to NPD2024@ed.gov. The deadline to express interest is April 30,…

Dual language education is a powerful tool for fostering multilingualism and providing equitable access to high-quality instruction for ELs and multilingual learners (MLs). As part of its commitment to nurture all students’ multilingualism, OELA is hosting a series of webinars focused on dual language education. Join us for the second part of "The 3 W's of Dual Language Education for State, Local, and Site Leaders: What, Why, and How" on Tuesday, April 30, at 1 p.m. ET. RSVP: Webinar Registration…

The Nurse Corps Scholarship Program application period will close on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. ET. We pay your tuition, fees, and other educational costs (ex. books, clinical supplies and instruments), plus a monthly stipend for living expenses. In return, you work at a Critical Shortage Facility for at least two years following graduation. You are eligible for this program if you: Are a U.S. citizen (born or naturalized), a national, or a lawful permanent resident Are an…

The Commission is established by Executive Order 14045 (September 13, 2021) and continued by Executive Order 14109 (September 29, 2023). The Commission is also governed by the provisions of 5 U.S.C. chapter 10 (Federal Advisory Committees), which sets forth standards for the formation and use of advisory committees. The Commission's duties are to advise the President, through the Secretary of Education, on matters pertaining to educational equity and economic opportunity for the Hispanic and Latino community in the following areas:…

EPA established the Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions Advisory Council (HBCU-MSI AC) in 2023 to provide independent advice and recommendations to the Administrator on how to increase EPA's efforts to leverage the expertise within Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority Serving Institutions (HBCU-MSI’s) and provide opportunities to HBCUs and MSIs to help diversify the agency’s workforce and nurture the next generation of environmental leaders and ensure that these vital institutions of higher learning have the…

In May, the OELA and Educators for a Multilingual Multicultural America (EMMA) Consortium will focus on evidence-based State and local programs that are building educator workforce capacity, including “Grow-Your-Own” programs, teacher residencies, apprenticeships, and college and university programs prioritizing English as a second language and dual language/bilingual educator preparation tracks for multilingual educators. The panelists will share an overview of the six Educators for a Multilingual Multicultural America (EMMA) Standards, including their essential competencies and the aim to address current…

The Department is issuing a notice inviting applications for new awards for fiscal year (FY) 2024 for the Promoting Postbaccalaureate Opportunities for Hispanic Americans (PPOHA) Program. The purposes of the PPOHA Program are to: (1) expand postbaccalaureate educational opportunities for, and improve the academic attainment of, Hispanic students; and (2) expand the postbaccalaureate academic offerings, as well as enhance the program quality, at the institutions of higher education (IHEs) that are educating the majority of Hispanic college students and helping…