The artificial intelligence (AI) industry is becoming an influential force in shaping Congressional legislation. While the technology offers transformative possibilities across numerous sectors such as healthcare, defense, and finance, it also presents a set of challenges and risks that require
As the demand for skills-based hiring and career advancement grows, microcredentials and Learning and Employment Records (LERs) have emerged as pivotal tools in the U.S. education system. These technologies document and verify individual competencies, offering new pathways to success, especially
The reintroduction of school resource officers (SROs) into Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) has sparked intense debate and raised complex questions surrounding legislative compliance, community priorities, and the impact on student well-being. This contentious issue is shaped by a mix of state
The Ozark school district has recently taken remarkable strides in its preschool program, which have been highlighted by the acquisition of two significant grants and the completion of essential infrastructure projects. These new developments underscore the district's dedication to enhancing
In a significant move towards enhancing the cybersecurity infrastructure of educational institutions, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has introduced the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program. Commencing this fall, the three-year initiative will allocate $200 million to
In recent years, ongoing debates have emerged regarding the most effective use of additional school funding. Should districts prioritize hiring more staff, or is increasing teachers’ salaries a better investment for improving student achievement? The decision is crucial, especially when schools e
The global virtual classroom market is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and changing educational needs. As the landscape transforms, distance learning has become an integral part of education systems worldwide. This article delves into the emerging growth trends and
Indiana's battle with chronic absenteeism in its K-12 education system remains a crucial topic, especially in the context of the ongoing post-COVID recovery. Chronic absenteeism, defined as being absent for 18 or more days in a school year for any reason, continues to be a concern despite
A year after Missouri enacted a law mandating that school athletes compete according to their sex assigned at birth, enforcement remains elusive. The law, which bars transgender athletes from competing according to their gender identity, has generated significant challenges and deficiencies.
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) recently determined that Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) failed to comply with federal civil rights law by not adequately addressing complaints of sexual harassment and assault involving students over a three-year period. The O
