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Education Department slashes grants for training teachers on ‘divisive ideologies’

The Department of Education announced the termination of more than $600 million in teacher preparation grants due to concerns about training materials and recruiting practices.
Programs focused on cultural competence and equity were among those cut, including workshops on systemic inequities and culturally responsive teaching.
Grants to four Equity Assistance Centers totaling $33 million were also terminated over divisive training in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Critical Race Theory, and gender identity.
The announcement indicates a significant shift in federal funding priorities for teacher preparation programs.

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