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Student mental health is becoming a top priority in schools as educators focus on well-being, engagement, and the creation of supportive learning environments.

Cameras in schools are now common in hallways, buses, and campuses. As AI and facial recognition emerge, educators must balance safety and student privacy.

CoSN 2026 Day 2 reveals AI, cybersecurity, and screen time at the center of K–12 as districts move quickly from ideas to action.

Senior Tag is a growing high school trend, but safety risks, legal concerns, and costly disruptions are forcing schools and families to rethink the tradition.

Career pathways in high school help students explore careers, develop workforce skills, and connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities.

CoSN 2026 brings edCircuit to Chicago to connect with K–12 leaders, explore AI, and understand what’s next in education.

After-hours school safety gaps leaders miss happen when students remain in buildings without clear supervision. Learn how schools can close these risks.

School boards are under more pressure than ever as they navigate AI, safety, curriculum, and community expectations while guiding district decisions.

Phone-free schools are gaining momentum as educators examine how smartphones affect learning, student attention, and classroom engagement.