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    SCOTUS takes up whether preschools can exclude children of gay parents

    Plaintiffs say Colorado’s universal pre-K program requiring equal access to enrollment despite sexual orientation is religious discrimination.

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    The AI visibility gap: Lessons from 1.2 million K-12 conversations

    Data from 1.2M student chats and one Texas district's results reveal what actually works with K-12 AI.

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    Schools get another year to comply with web accessibility deadlines

    Reactions were mixed to the U.S. Department of Justice’s extension for digitally accessible content managed by state and local government entities.

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    We want to hear about your school district’s rising leaders

    Tell us about the standout assistant principals and district administrators who are fueling achievement, positive culture and innovation in your schools.

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    Women education leaders: Stress and access inhibit advancement

    "Crisis-level" work-life balance, and women being “held to a different set of expectations,” are cited in a Women Leading Ed survey.

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    A Texas district closed 2 schools. How innovation made it a smoother process.

    Donna Independent School District credits the launch of its innovative academies for helping parents adjust to two elementary schools closing.

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    Week in Review: Education Department defines AI grant priorities

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from how special education fared in Trump’s budget proposal to more Bibles in the classroom.

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    Here’s how small districts can be cyber-ready on a budget

    Three K-12 tech leaders detailed a five-point model and a variety of free and shared resources at CoSN’s annual conference.

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    How an Ohio district built data privacy into culture

    When it comes to protecting data, “don’t do anything behind closed doors,” an official from Ohio’s Westlake City Schools told CoSN attendees.

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    OCR investigating Texas district’s plan to move special education class

    OCR will look into whether the New Home Independent School District violated Section 504 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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    5 ways schools can reduce chronic absenteeism and boost student engagement

    Culturally relevant teaching and strong family connections are two ways schools are increasing attendance, says a University of Oregon report.

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    Should the Bible be part of public school curriculum? The momentum is building.

    A push for Bible instruction may become the next wave of curriculum policies sweeping through the nation, as more states consider such legislation.

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    Inside Trump’s 3.5% budget boost for special education

    The FY27 budget proposal, however, would make changes that have advocates concerned about accountability and federal supports.

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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on the past week’s K-12 news

    From a district saving money by “vibe coding” to new Education Department priorities, what did you learn from our recent stories?

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    These 4 tips are key for navigating new tech in schools

    From approaching change as a grieving process to building in time for training, two district technology pros share strategies at CoSN’s annual conference.

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    Do screens, scheduled activities crowd out imaginative play?

    Experts caution that screens can disrupt children's social development, but also point to ways technology can enhance imagination.

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    The Education Department released new priorities for key programs. Here’s what to know.

    The agency is showing an increased interest in allocating resources to career and workforce readiness, educator training, literacy and artificial intelligence.

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    Layoffs, hiring freezes pick up in districts amid declining enrollment

    From Boston to San Francisco, districts are planning for sweeping staff reductions as superintendents face tightening budgets.

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    How the Education Department will prioritize AI in awarding grants

    A new final rule details a broad set of AI initiatives that will be given more weight in the agency’s discretionary funding programs.

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    First grants announced under Labor Dept elementary and secondary ed partnership

    The two grant competitions cover literacy in high-need areas and incentives for performance-based compensation for teachers and school leaders.

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    Appeals court OKs parts of Iowa’s sweeping anti-LGBTQ law

    The decision is a blow to free speech and civil rights advocates, who have said such laws are discriminatory and lead to self-censorship in schools.

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    ‘Vibe coding’ helped a Washington district save $250K in ed tech costs

    Peninsula School District says it is harnessing AI tools to develop replacements for current ed tech and expand its capabilities.

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    Week In Review: Districts debate 4-day school weeks and explore ‘vibe coding’

    We’re rounding up last week’s news, from the rescinding of Title IX settlements to the impact that pre-K has on enrollment in higher grades.

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    Gallup: Gen Z growing more negative toward AI

    Most respondents, including K-12 students, expressed concern that AI designed to speed up tasks would “make learning more difficult.”

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    Gaps in early childhood investment drive up K-12 costs

    Disparities before age 5 are driven largely by housing and child care, triggering gaps that continue throughout childhood and into public schools.

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    Districts, states grapple with 4-day school week

    Education leaders are weighing pros and cons as they balance calendar demands for teacher training, instructional requirements and community needs.