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  1. A silhouette of a child stands in a classroom, with a large digital shield and padlock icon symbolizing the importance of protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in Education Today.Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in Education TodayPersonally Identifiable Information (PII) in education is increasingly at risk as cyberattacks rise. Schools must strengthen security and transparency now.Jan 136 min readEdCircuit Staff
  2. A spilled beaker of blue liquid on a science lab table highlights the importance of learning from near misses in schools, with safety goggles, paper towels, test tubes, and microscopes visible in the background.Safer Ed: Learning From Near MissesSafer Ed explores how learning from near misses in schools uncovers safety gaps and helps leaders prevent incidents before injuries occur.Jan 123 min readEdCircuit Staff
  3. Four students sit at a round table in a library, smiling and talking with notebooks and a laptop—a perfect example of modern classroom design. In the background, two more students read books on beanbags near shelves and windows.How Classroom Design Shapes Student LearningDiscover how modern classroom design transforms learning environments into dynamic, flexible spaces that boost student achievement and engagement.Jan 124 min readEdCircuit Staff
  4. In a CES 2026-inspired classroom, children use tablets, VR glasses, and robots to learn. A large digital display shows a solar system as the teacher oversees students working with advanced tech and interactive tools at their desks.CES 2026 and the Quiet Evolution of EdTechCES 2026 highlights how AI, smart play, wearables, and companion technologies are shaping the future of edtech, student support, and classroom learning.Jan 94 min readEdCircuit Staff
  5. 100 days of school: a classroom decorated for the 100th day with books, pencils and a chalkboard of banners and numbers100 Days of School: A Celebration of Progress & PossibilityThe 100th day of school falls between mid-January and February in most schools. When it is in 2027, its origin and ideas for every grade.Jan 94 min readEdCircuit Staff
  6. A desk with a laptop showing a lock and shield symbol, a tablet displaying AI, and a smartphone with a bar chart highlights Technology Leadership 2026, alongside paper charts, a clock, notebook, and pen.Technology Leadership 2026: Top Concerns for K–12 DistrictsDiscover the top technology leadership concerns for K–12 districts in 2026, including cybersecurity, AI, data privacy, and sustainable tech budgeting.Jan 85 min readEdCircuit Staff
  7. Left: Four teachers, members of School Leadership Teams, smile and talk as they walk down a hallway with folders and tablets. Right: Three teachers greet students with backpacks as they enter the school through glass doors.School Leadership Teams and the Culture They CreateDiscover how effective school leadership teams shape positive school culture, align staff, and bridge district vision with daily classroom realities.Jan 76 min readEdCircuit Staff
  8. Fireworks spell 2026 over a school, with bursts shaped like a book, math symbols, a pen, a coin and a speech bubbleAI in Education: What the New Year Brings in 2026Where the benefits of AI in education are real in 2026: tutoring, reading, math, writing and money skills, with the evidence and the conditions.Jan 64 min readEdCircuit Staff
  9. Illustration of two people at a laptop showing a padlock, surrounded by icons for student data and sharingStudent Data Privacy: What Schools Collect & Why It MattersSchools collect more student data than most families realize. What is collected, the risks, FERPA and COPPA, and what strong protection looks like.Jan 56 min readEdCircuit Staff
  10. A series of four photos delivers an Inspirational Message for Educators, capturing a Black boy's journey from a young child with a backpack to a young adult in graduation cap and gown, symbolizing growth, achievement, and the impact of education.An Inspirational Message for Educators as We Welcome 2026This inspirational message for educators celebrates the impact teachers make, reminding us that showing up for students continues to change lives in 2026.Jan 14 min readEdCircuit Staff
  11. An open book, stacked books, and a pencil holder sit on a classroom desk. On the chalkboard behind them, icons represent education in 2026 alongside AI and technology themes, with "2026" at the center.Education in 2026: Where K–12 Schools Are Headed NextAI rules, cybersecurity, staffing, funding, and student well-being will shape K–12 education in 2026 as districts move from reaction to stability.Dec 314 min readEdCircuit Staff
  12. Two men stand in a school hallway lined with lockers, one in a black police uniform and one in a navy security uniformSchool Safety: SRO vs School Safety Officer ExplainedAn SRO is a sworn police officer; a school safety officer is usually an unarmed civilian. How the two roles differ, what research shows, and what to ask.Dec 306 min readEdCircuit Staff
  13. Digital illustration showing an AI head, a school labeled EDUCATION POLICY, a shield with a padlock, and a smartphone with a padlock—highlighting Education Trends 2025 in AI security and policy for education technology.Education Trends 2025: AI, Security, and Systems in FluxEducation Trends 2025 shows how AI tools, cyberattacks, cellphone bans, and federal shifts pushed schools to rethink teaching, safety, and daily operations.Dec 295 min readEdCircuit Staff
  14. A split image of a house in winter channels Home Alone vibes: the left side is old-fashioned with a rotary phone and box TV, while the right side is modern, featuring smart devices, security cameras, and digital decorations.Home Alone in 2025: How Technology Would Ruin Every SceneA funny look at Home Alone in 2025 and how modern technology, apps, and AI would unravel every iconic moment before the Wet Bandits even reach the driveway.Dec 265 min readEdCircuit Staff
  15. Santa Claus and three elves, all wearing safety goggles, work together in a workshop filled with tools and beakers. They are building and painting toy cars, with shelves and safety signs visible in the background.Santa’s Safety Lab: Safer STEM Lessons from the North PoleSafer STEM comes alive in Santa’s Safety Lab, where elves blend creativity, invention, and smart safety habits that mirror the best STEM classrooms.Dec 245 min readEdCircuit Staff
  16. Split image: On the left, a teacher explains economics to students near a chalkboard. On the right, a man presents analytic data on a screen to colleagues, highlighting the role of AI in higher education, with laptops open around the table.AI in Higher Education: How Classrooms TransformedAI in higher education is reshaping lectures, learning, and classroom engagement, giving students new tools and creating faster, smarter academic experiences.Dec 236 min readEdCircuit Staff
  17. A person demonstrates career readiness by working on a laptop displaying charts at a desk with a yellow hard hat and safety glasses, while two others talk in the background near industrial equipment and a robotic arm.Career Readiness Through Local Business PartnershipsCareer readiness grows when districts partner with local companies to give students real experience, support, and pathways to future opportunities.Dec 226 min readEdCircuit Staff
  18. A large, bold yellow 67 slang number is centered on a vibrant, abstract background with swirling orange, teal, and blue shapes and colorful dots.67 Slang: The School Trend No One Can EscapeDiscover why 67 slang is the hottest school trend of 2025, how it started, why students love it, and what makes it the latest viral classroom obsession.Dec 185 min readEdCircuit Staff
  19. A diverse group of elementary students sit at desks using tablets in a classroom. A large monitor displays an AI and Gamification graphic with icons, and educational posters are on the walls.AI and Gamification: Powering Student SuccessAI and gamification help students learn with adaptive lessons, real-time feedback, and engaging challenges that improve motivation and academic growth.Dec 176 min readEdCircuit Staff
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edCircuit is a mission-based organization entirely focused on the K-20 EdTech Industry and emPowering the voices that can provide guidance and expertise in facilitating the appropriate usage of digital technology in education. Our goal is to elevate the voices of today’s innovative thought leaders and edtech experts. Subscribe to receive notifications in your inbox

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