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Report: How the public sector can help drive AI innovation
A new report offers strategies for government leaders to encourage AI innovation that prepares their communities for an AI-ready future.
New tool aims to help schools vet AI tech in education
Tech companies aren’t always transparent about their AI products. A new report offers a way for education leaders to examine them more closely.
How Dakota State University looks to lead on growing the cyber workforce
The institution has long been a leader on combatting various cybersecurity issues and increasing preparedness by providing its students with hands-on labs and simulations, with a view to fast-tracking them into sensitive roles.
Students want schools to incorporate AI in learning but express some fears
Survey & panel find schools are lagging behind their students in using AI; HS kids worry about letting it think for them, being accused of plagiarism.
The future workforce can’t wait: Why states must redefine student success now
COMMENTARY | Recent test results showed that our definition of success is not in sync with today’s economy. Schools must act to measure achievement in broader, different ways.
Pennsylvania lawmakers study ‘bell-to-bell’ cell phone ban in schools
Cell phone usage in schools is a hot-button issue in the state.
State leaders can shape responsible AI use in schools, report finds
Two states made recent strides to go beyond suggesting safe AI policies for schools by requiring them to develop their own policies and training programs.
AI has hit schools ‘like a ton of bricks,’ report says
A survey by Keeper Security found that most education leaders are concerned about AI-related incidents, but few school districts have formalized policies governing the tech.
FCC ends federal funding for Wi-Fi hotspots, access on buses
Chair Brendan Carr said the two uses of E-Rate funding were unlawful and it represented “overreach” by the Biden administration.
How tech has improved Coloradans’ access to early childhood education
The Colorado Department of Early Childhood is seeing preschool enrollment gains after deploying a software solution that streamlines the application process for families and caregivers.
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New Jersey education officials back school phone bans
In new guidance, the Department of Education endorsed policies limiting students' access to cellphones and other devices with internet access.
Alabama schools superintendent sends letter about ‘inappropriate’ social media posts
Alabama State Superintendent Eric Mackey sent a letter to school superintendents stating inappropriate social posts will result in disciplinary action.
How Ohio universities are embracing artificial intelligence
About 85% of college students have already integrated generative AI into their academic lives, according to a June 2025 study published in TechTrends.
Artificial intelligence is being used in schools, but statewide guidance is a work in progress
Artificial intelligence is here to stay, say Maryland school officials. But that's proving easier said than done for the rapidly developing, and shifting, technology.
From a cell phone ban to Ten Commandments posters, new state laws bring big changes to Texas schools
Lawmakers also approved new teacher raises, banned DEI initiatives and gave schools more flexibility to discipline students.
Could AI prevent teacher burnout?
Some educators are using AI to streamline lesson plans, personalize learning and reduce burnout, freeing up hours for themselves and their students.
Tampa, Florida looks to become national cyber hub
The city will host the CyberBay summit later this year, and is looking to use its military background as well as the University of South Florida to become a leader on cybersecurity.
Oregon’s governor made a deal with Nvidia to get AI education in Oregon schools. What does it mean?
Oregon is one of several states making deals with the trillion-dollar chip maker to get artificial intelligence lessons into K-12 and college classes.
Kentucky school district enters social media consent decree after blocking critic
‘School choice evangelist’ had decried Pulaski Schools’ posts against Amendment 2.
University students feel ‘anxious, confused and distrustful’ about AI in the classroom and among their peers
COMMENTARY | Artificial intelligence has taken off on campus, changing relationships between students and professors and among students themselves.
