State education leaders are making artificial intelligence (AI) their top technology priority, but more than two-thirds say they struggle to independently verify vendors’ claims about AI products, according to the 2026 State EdTech Trends report. The report, produced by Whiteboard Advisors and commissioned by the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA), draws on survey responses […]
GDIT’s Shad Harp says real-time data connections and AI-assisted software development are helping students get the fastest, most user-friendly FAFSA® experience.
The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) is urging the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to preserve and modernize the E-Rate program, warning that reducing federal connectivity support could strain school district budgets and weaken cybersecurity protections.
Georgia Tech and Emory University are investing more than $1 billion in artificial intelligence (AI) to expand research capabilities, develop a skilled workforce, and drive economic growth across Georgia, the universities announced on Oct. 8.
Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts confirmed that cybercriminals stole data involving current and former staff and students during the September cyberattack. The district continues a phased recovery that includes reimaging thousands of laptops, according to a Sept. 30 update from the district.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Oct. 5 an expansion of the state’s Reconnect free community college initiative to help adults retrain as artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes employment.
A Los Angeles County public schools pilot program trained 154 teachers across 84 schools and 28 districts to integrate computer science into instruction, and 95% of post-training survey respondents reported that the program’s micro:bit resources increased their confidence in teaching the subject.
A redesign of two Advanced Placement courses is underway to address generative artificial intelligence (AI). New approaches to AI instruction, student assessment, and teacher training will launch in the 2027-28 school year, according to an announcement from the College Board, the nonprofit organization offering the SAT and AP courses.
The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) released a report and companion toolkit aimed at helping K-12 school districts manage the human and organizational challenges that come with adopting new technology.
Northside Independent School District (ISD) in San Antonio, Texas, earned the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) Trusted Learning Environment Seal for its student data privacy practices. It’s the 12th school system in Texas to receive the national recognition.
