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Ivey’s EO No. 742 provide educational opportunities

CONTRIBUTED TO THE OBSERVER MONTGOMERY – Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday signed Executive Order No. 742, expanding school choice in the state of Alabama even further by participating in the newly-created Federal Education Freedom Tax Credit program, also known as the Federal...
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Lee County school board extends superintendent’s contract through 2030

BY STEVEN STIEFEL FOR THE OBSERVER LEE COUNTY — Lee County Superintendent Mike Howard’s contract was extended through June 2030 during the Board of Education’s Jan. 13 meeting. Howard said the extension adds about a year and a half to his previous contract and was...
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Auburn School Board  Members honored at meeting

BY KADIE TAYLOR THE OBSERVER AUBURN — Auburn School Board Members were honored with gifts from principals and employees, at the Jan. 13 School Board Meeting, as well as a banner prepared by Auburn Junior High School. Superintendent Dr. Cristen Herring also shared her...
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West announces reelection campaign for Alabama State Board of Education

CONTRIBUTED BY THE TRACIE WEST CAMPAIGN AUBURN — Since 2020, Alabama’s K-12 education system has made measurable progress in student achievement, academic recovery and accountability. As a member of the State Board of Education and a contributor to Alabama’s strategic...
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Commission recognizes students

Commission recognizes students

Dec 2, 2025

BY MICHELLE KEY PUBLISHER LEE COUNTY — Several Smiths Station High School students were recently recognized for outstanding achievements across...

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