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AI-curated daily U.S. education headlines with EFI analysis.
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Budget Cyber Readiness for Small K-12 Districts
Three K-12 technology leaders presented a five-point model for cybersecurity at CoSN’s annual conference. The model emphasizes free and shared resources to help small districts enhance their cyber readiness without high costs.…
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Philly Schools Hit by 340 Staffing Cuts: Check Impact
The Philadelphia school district has proposed eliminating 340 school-based positions to address its budget deficit. These cuts would affect nearly every school in the district. District leaders aim to balance the budget…
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Clarke University Wipes Out Debt with $5M Gift
Clarke University, a private Catholic institution in Iowa, has become debt-free thanks to a $5 million anonymous donation. The university had previously announced the elimination of 13 academic programs and workforce reductions…
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AI in K-12: 3 Ways Districts Innovate at CoSN2026
The 2026 CoSN Annual Conference highlighted AI’s integration into K-12 education, touching on classroom modernization, cybersecurity, and more. Districts are practically applying AI in classrooms for teacher productivity, among leadership teams, and…
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NY Gov Hochul Shields Undocumented Students’ School Access
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed legislation to codify protections for undocumented students’ right to attend public schools. This move comes amid national debates and challenges to such access. The proposal…
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College Grads Struggle with Underemployment
The article discusses the challenges new college graduates face in finding suitable employment, emphasizing that underemployment is a significant issue beyond just unemployment. It highlights how many graduates end up in jobs…
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KY GOP Overrides Veto on Faculty Firing Bill
Kentucky Republicans have overridden Democratic Governor Andy Beshear’s veto of a bill that facilitates the firing of faculty in higher education institutions. The legislation aims to reform tenure and dismissal processes in…
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Indiana Teachers Union Faces Retaliation Charges
Staff from the Indiana Professional Staff Organization have filed unfair labor practice charges against the Indiana State Teachers Association, alleging retaliation for union-related activities. Support has come from teachers union employees in…
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Trump’s SCOTUS Nominees: Education Freedom Impact
President Trump has announced readiness to nominate up to three Supreme Court justices if retirements happen before the 2026 midterms. This preparation is in response to potential vacancies on the court. The…
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Detroit Schools Double Safety Funding After Rejections
The Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) received more than double its expected state funding for mental health and school safety after other Michigan districts declined the money. This redistribution highlights how…
