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The Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats Facing School Districts And How to Address Them

School districts face rising cyber risks—ransomware, phishing, breaches, DDoS, and insider threats. Preparation is the best cybersecurity defense.

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FAFSA Now Open: What Students and Parents Need to Know About Financial Aid in 2025

FAFSA is now open! Learn how families can apply early, avoid missed deadlines, and maximize college financial aid for the…

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Animals in the Science Classroom: Responsibility, Safety, and Student Learning

Animals can enrich a science class with curiosity and care, but only when teachers plan responsibly and follow ethical guidelines.

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Top 5 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools for Safety in Science Education

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, ranging from chemical tracking to air-quality monitoring, are transforming school lab safety and enhancing compliance.

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Anthology Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Plans Debt-Free Future for Blackboard Brand

Anthology, parent company of Blackboard, files Chapter 11 to erase $1B in debt, sell off assets, and rebrand around its…

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Artificial Intelligence in Special Education and Accessibility

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are transforming Special Education, but without safeguards, the very students who benefit most risk being left…

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The Stories That Matter, edCircuit’s Weekly Roundup, Issue 3

This week’s Stories That Matter: esports, federal shutdown, lab safety, personalized learning, teacher PD with AI, and student mental health…

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Shining a Light: National Depression Education & Awareness Month in Schools

October spotlights depression awareness. Learn how schools can recognize subtle signs, support mental health, and empower both students and teachers.

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Teacher Professional Development in the Age of AI

AI in schools hinges on teacher training. Without PD, districts risk uneven use, ethics gaps, and lost opportunities. Invest now…

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When the Lights Go Dark: How a Federal Shutdown Threatens Education

The 2025 shutdown could disrupt K–12 and higher ed, from funding delays to stalled research. Here’s what it means for…

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