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Illinois Lawmakers Pass Cellphone Ban in School Classrooms
Illinois would join more than half of U.S. states in restricting cellphone usage in classrooms. School districts are required to create their device policy over the next year.
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Nysut Teachers Union Wants Ban on AI Screens for Young Students
The state teachers union approved a resolution calling for no individual screen use through second grade, limits on AI chatbots, and paper testing options as schools rethink education technology.
California Superintendent of Public Instruction Race: Live Election Results
The June 2 California primary election will determine which two candidates advance in the race for state superintendent of public instruction.
2026 06 02 Report School It Officials Worried About AI Adoption Cybersecurity
While schools have made progress in technology adoption — from artificial intelligence guidelines to vetting education technology — they still struggle with the lack of resources, funding and expertise, according to a new report.
Watch: A Candid Exit Interview With Baltimore’s Schools Chief Sonja Santelises
What does it take to run one of the largest urban public school districts in the nation? Dr. Sonja Santelises, longtime CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools, sat down April 29 for a frank and memorable exit conversation with Bellwether Co-Founder (and 74 Board Member) Andrew Rotherham, reflecting on her 10-year tenure…
Rob Sand Is Running for Governor Focusing on Iowa School Vouchers Esa
Auditor Rob Sand says Iowa’s voucher-like ESA program lacks oversight and diverts money from public schools. His campaign shows one way Democrats are approaching education politics.
Christian Public School Riverstone Academy Closed Permanently
Riverstone Academy closed permanently after the last day of school this year because of changes to state law that make the school ineligible for public education funding.
Ncae’s Superintendent of the Year, Melanie Shaver in Hyde County, Is a Leader Worth Watching
The first day I ever met Melanie Shaver was memorable — as are most days with the superintendent I have come to learn. In spring 2022, Shaver was the principal of Foothills Community School in McDowell County. As soon as...
Meet Deborah Brown, the 2026 NC Charter School Principal of the Year
This article was originally published by the North Carolina Coalition for Charter Schools. Deborah Brown, the middle school director at The Exploris School, is the 2026 North Carolina Charter School Principal of the Year. An independent public charter school in Raleigh, Exploris serves students...