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The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) released internal polls indicating Republicans are leading or tied with Democrats in four out of five battleground House districts. These polls suggest a potential shift in House control favoring the GOP. The data was made public on Thursday. Key Points NRCC internal polls show GOP leading or tied in […]

The Instructure-owned Canvas learning management system experienced a second data breach, leading to an outage on May 7. A threat actor gained unauthorized access, causing major disruptions for schools and colleges. This incident highlights ongoing security vulnerabilities in widely used educational platforms. Key Points Second unauthorized access to Canvas system Outage occurred on May 7,

Bowie State University, a public institution in Maryland, plans to eliminate nearly 80 jobs amid financial challenges. The cuts stem from reduced state funding, declining enrollment, and increasing operational costs. This move aims to address the university’s budget shortfall. Key Points Reduced state funding contributing to financial strain Drop in student enrollment impacting revenue Rising

The Anti-Defamation League reports an overall decline in antisemitic incidents, but they have not decreased in K-12 schools. In contrast, incidents on college campuses dropped sharply from 1,700 in 2024 to 583 in 2025. The audit highlights ongoing concerns in primary and secondary education settings. Key Points Overall antisemitic incidents have decreased, per ADL audit.

The Instructure-owned Canvas learning management system experienced a second data breach, leading to an outage on May 7. A threat actor gained unauthorized access, causing major disruptions for K-12 schools and higher education institutions. This incident highlights ongoing security vulnerabilities in widely used educational platforms. Key Points Second breach in Canvas LMS causes system outage

The Instructure-owned Canvas learning management system experienced a second data breach, leading to an outage on May 7. A threat actor gained unauthorized access, causing major disruptions for K-12 schools and higher education institutions. This incident highlights ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in widely used educational platforms. Key Points Second unauthorized access to Canvas LMS by a

Middle school students at Marian Anderson Neighborhood Academy in Philadelphia presented their research on artificial intelligence on May 8, 2026. The presentations focused on how AI is shaping learning in Philly schools and its broader effects on students’ lives. This initiative highlights student-led exploration of emerging technologies in education. Key Points Students examined AI’s role

California has improved its national ranking to 13th-highest for per-student education funding, surprising many who viewed it as low-spending. This rise reflects increased state investments in K-12 education. The data highlights a shift in California’s position relative to other states. Key Points California now ranks 13th in the nation for education funding per student. This

K-12 districts increasingly rely on cloud-based resources for productivity suites, learning management systems, and student information systems, benefiting from cost-efficiency, scalability, and enhanced collaboration. However, interruptions from ransomware attacks, extreme weather, or provider outages can disrupt learning and operations. Many schools are now focusing on strategies to ensure continuity during such cloud access failures. Key

The article explores the untold story behind Mississippi’s significant improvements in literacy rates, known as the ‘Mississippi Miracle.’ It highlights strategies that led to this turnaround and discusses how other states can replicate them. The piece is a partnership between The 74 and the Progressive Policy Institute, focusing on policy insights for educational leaders. Key