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The Maine Department of Education has asked educators to join a study of computer science, AI and cybersecurity in schools. Findings will guide future resources, training and school supports.
Illinois' four-year graduation rate reached 89.8% in 2026, surpassing the state's 88.9% federal accountability target four years early, according to the state education board.
Loudoun County Public Schools will test Gemini Notebook at eight schools starting in November. Students will use classroom materials to create study guides, audio overviews and outlines.
Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies ranked No. 1 among Arizona elementary schools and No. 2 among middle schools in U.S. News & World Report's latest ratings. The campus serves grades 4–8.
Maine’s education department and Measurement Incorporated reviewed three years of 21st CCLC data, finding enrollment fell 13% while average attendance rose 13% in programs serving 13 counties.
A three-year review of Maine’s federally funded out-of-school learning program found enrollment fell 13% while average attendance rose 13%. The program serves students and families in 13 counties.
Orange County education officials will host a free arts gathering Jan. 14 at Irvine Valley College, connecting high school students with colleges and employers to explore study and work options.
Twenty-nine Orange County campuses earned 31 spots in California’s top 100 in the 2027 rankings, which weigh math and reading achievement alongside socioeconomic factors.
Wake County Public School System is seeking family feedback by Oct. 28 on barriers to student attendance and ways the district can improve communication and support.
Fairfax County Public Schools in Virginia received Purple Star Division recognition. Its October 14 update also includes information on facilities and transportation surveys.
Orange County’s math proficiency rate reached 50.2 percent in 2026, while science rose to about 46 percent. Achievement gaps persisted for English learners, students with disabilities and other groups.
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.
An independent audit of Hartford Public Schools found budgeting and oversight weaknesses that limited financial transparency. Gaps in records prevented a full reconstruction of 2024 and 2025 activity.
Gwinnett County Public Schools in Georgia announced the release of a survey focused on developing the school district's budget for the 2028 fiscal year.
Clark County School District offers fire science programs at three high schools, where students use professional equipment and study fire protection and prevention to prepare for firefighting careers.
CoSN published a guide by Jesse Davis and a companion toolkit to help K-12 district leaders adopt and sustain new technologies, using a framework focused on five outcomes for managing change.
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.
AASA surveyed 429 district leaders in 43 states; 67% cited federal funding as a challenge for meal programs, and 40% said they used other budget funds to cover meal costs last year.
High school students from across Illinois will meet with state education officials in 2026-27 to research school issues and recommend policies and initiatives affecting students.
Independent studies found Wake County Public School System pay is uncompetitive for most roles and central services are under-resourced compared with peer districts. Findings went to the Finance Committee.
In Colorado’s St. Vrain Valley School District, 1,239 students were named AP Scholars for 2025-26. Among them, 70 earned AP Capstone Diplomas and 39 earned AP Seminar and Research Certificates.
Three Mesa Public Schools campuses earned four top-10 Arizona rankings from U.S. News & World Report. Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies placed second among middle schools and 10th among elementary schools.
The DeKalb County School District in Georgia is seeking feedback on students' screen time through a survey running from August 31 through September 11.
Gwinnett County Public Schools in Georgia has information on a student wellness screening and a student survey linked to the superintendent’s listening and learning tour.
Missouri education officials presented preliminary 2025-26 assessment results showing modest gains in English language arts, math, science and government across grade-level and high school exams.
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.
A new NASBE report outlines five questions for state boards seeking fuller student participation. Twenty-four states have student members serving in voting or nonvoting roles.
A Renaissance-sponsored report from Tyton Partners surveyed more than 2,000 educators and parents, finding that fragmented systems and limited teacher time hinder efforts to improve student outcomes.
Connecticut’s free, six-week program will prepare aspiring paraeducators for a required assessment, cover exam and study costs, and connect successful participants with hiring districts.
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