Alabama lawmakers are weighing changes to the state’s sick leave donation policy that would allow K-12 employees to support each other across district lines. If approved, this proposal would broaden current rules to extend benefits beyond catastrophic illness, offering greater flexibility for teachers and staff in need.

The Oklahoma Supreme Court has issued a temporary hold on newly proposed social studies standards for K-12 students, citing the inclusion of conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election. The ruling pauses the curriculum changes while the court considers the broader legal implications for education across the state.