"Too many potential workers are lost between preparation and careers," warns a new report, underscoring the challenge of building stronger connections between training programs and actual job opportunities.

The rescissions appear to target pots of funding that have the weakest constituencies on Capitol Hill, including $25 million of $52 million appropriated for migrant students.

Long-term academic excellence depends on an independent, well-treated leadership team, says Superintendent Martin Miller of Antwerp Local Schools in rural Ohio.

Des Moines Public Schools promotes Matt Smith while a large group of female leaders ascends to the superintendency.