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California’s latest measures restrict student data use in generative AI, revise English learner reclassification and allow qualifying substitutes to stay in one classroom for up to 70 days.
The Orange County Department of Education’s credentialing staff handle fingerprints, applications and compliance checks to maintain clearance for educators across the county.
The Illinois State Board of Education will meet at 10:30 a.m. Oct. 14, 2026. Its agenda includes a St. Charles School District 303 presentation, a mandate reduction report and public participation.
Former state board members Mia Nishiguchi of Hawai‘i and Britain Sapp of Tennessee were recognized for their student service, including efforts to bring student perspectives into education policy.
Orange County Business Council and the county education department partnered on a 10-episode audio and video series covering college preparation, financial aid and course options for students and caregivers.
The Maine Department of Education has issued resources to help schools limit students’ personal device access during the school day, with guidance on routines, family communication and local implementation.
Drawing on two years of work with five state boards, NASBE’s report identifies policies to support changes in high schools, including revised diplomas, competency-based learning and local accountability.
The Loudoun County School Board adopted an amended 2028-29 school calendar, approved a $1.8 million workers’ compensation fund increase and postponed out-of-zone transfer policy revisions.
Fairfax County Public Schools’ September 16 update covers music honors, access to the weekly newsletter in other languages, and guidance on when children should stay home sick.
The Florida Department of Education is taking action against commercial driver’s license training providers in the state following a federal enforcement action.
The Illinois State Board of Education released a planning resource to help districts prepare to offer annual mental health screenings for grades 3-12 starting in 2027-28. Parents may opt their children out.
Massachusetts officials have issued guidance for schools and child care providers on implementing the PROTECT Act under the Healey-Driscoll administration.
CoSN CEO Keith Krueger endorsed federal guidance that supports local decisions on school technology use and distinguishes recreational screen time from technology used for teaching and learning.
A new NASBE analysis identifies principal preparation, mentoring and regulatory flexibility as state policy tools to support high schools offering student-centered pathways to college and careers.
CoSN published an executive summary to help K-12 district leaders address screen time rules, with guidance on learning, online safeguards and local decisions. The full guide is limited to members.
Massachusetts Governor Healey signed a law aimed at preventing book bans in schools and libraries across the state, affecting access to books in both settings.
In Massachusetts, Gov. Healey signed the PROTECT Act, a measure to keep federal immigration enforcement officers out of school buildings, hospitals and courthouses.
Connecticut's State Board of Education adopted guidance recommending bell-to-bell limits on students' personal devices and addressing classroom screen time. It does not impose a statewide mandate.
The Mississippi Department of Education briefed the State Board of Education on the Mississippi Math Act and Adolescent Literacy Initiative, both set for the 2026-27 school year.
The Illinois State Board of Education issued a framework to help K-12 districts decide how to use AI in teaching and operations. It includes policy tools but sets no statewide classroom mandates.
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