2/12/2026
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Maine’s free community college program is popular, but its continuation remains in question
Editor’s note: In April, Gov. Janet Mills signed the state supplemental budget, making the state’s free community college program permanent for future high school graduates. Learn more here. The cost of college is cited as a top reason that prospective...
As NC prepares for Workforce Pell, only a fraction of short-term programs are expected to qualify
Students across the country will soon be able to receive Workforce Pell Grants to use toward tuition and fees for certain short-term workforce training programs. Established by the federal budget reconciliation bill in 2025, Workforce Pell Grants expand traditional Pell...
States tackle the child care shortage in rural America with tangible results
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in The Daily Yonder on Jan. 14, 2026. Across the nation, the consequences of a child care shortage are dire. Women leave the workforce. Young families move away. Employers can’t find enough workers....
Perspective | In 2026, don’t fear the FAFSA
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may have felt overwhelming for some families and students in years past. But with a streamlined form and multiple improvements, there’s no reason to procrastinate. For those who don’t know, the FAFSA is the gateway to financial aid students can...
The Editor’s Notes
Today is the day to celebrate attainment in North Carolina. Regional convenings are happening statewide. Shouting out and lifting up the leadership of Cecilia Holden, the team at myFutureNC, and all the partners working to make the state’s 2030 goal happen.
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myFutureNC Dashboard: Measuring Our Progress
Take a few minutes today after your regional convening to explore the dashboard and your county profile. Read the rest
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Massachusetts Opens Door to Three-Year Bachelor's Degrees Despite Quality Concerns
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‘We’re now seeing the results’: Education Department officials tout FAFSA progress
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Introducing the National Commission on Learning Ecosystems
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